J.L. Oakley
Award-Winning Indie AuthorNovels set in WWII Norway
Novels set in the Pacific Northwest
Hilo Bay Mysteries with a bit of history
About Janet
So glad you came by. I love history and stories, gardening and just being outdoors. (I’ve been tent camping since I was a baby!)
I’ve lived in the Northwest for over 35 years. When I’m not writing, I enjoy delving into local history, looking for little surprises that tell a larger story of my area and the nation’s past, fodder far more novels or non-fiction pieces. I can be found in my garden conversing with chickadees or teaching history hands-on to local grade school students. I churn excellent butter (don’t forget to wash it!) and can spin up a storm.
Latest News
Talking history with AC Fuller
Find the interview here:https://acfuller.com/talking-historical-fiction-j-l-oakley-episode-114-december-2-2016/ Once a journalist in New York, A.C. Fuller now writes fiction at the intersection of media, politics, and technology. Before he began writing full time, he...
Quisling Book Launch at Village Books
If you missed the launch of Quisling, you can still watch the replay here:https://www.crowdcast.io/e/jl-oakley
A Novel Talk with Wendy Kendall
Author J L Oakley joins co-hosts Carl Lee and Wendy Kendall for a fascinating talk about her historical thriller set in Norway. Janet's artful blend of can't-catch-your-breath history with unforgettable characters is an epic read. https://youtu.be/J5sHef2Y_CQ