Interview With Author Jennifer French
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
New Satirical Novel by Local Author Shines Light on Life, Laughter, and Stereotypes in a Retirement Home
Local author, artist, and longtime community advocate Jennifer French invites the public to a special book signing event for her new literary fiction, All Under the Same Roof, on Friday, May 9, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM at Bridgeport Market in Florence.
Guests will enjoy light finger foods and live music while mingling with the author and picking up a signed copy of her latest work. Copies of All Under the Same Roof will be available for purchase at the event.
French’s new novel offers a heartfelt and hilarious glimpse into life inside a quirky retirement apartment complex. With vivid vignettes, snappy dialogue, and an unforgettable cast of characters, the book explores the stereotypes, joys, and emotional journeys that come with aging—delivering both laughs and moments of reflection.
“All Under the Same Roof is more than a lighthearted romp,” says French. “It’s a story about identity, generational divides, and finding connection in unexpected places.”
The author brings decades of experience to the page. After a 35-year career in college administration, French transitioned into elder advocacy, working in assisted living communities across Colorado and Oregon. She now serves as a certified Long-Term Care Ombudsman in Oregon, continuing her mission to promote compassion and dignity in aging.
Florence residents may also recognize French as the co-founder of the Backstreet Gallery & Artist Co-op, an artistic hub she launched in 2005 with her spouse. She is also the author of two acclaimed young adult novels: Hoot Owl Shares the Dawn, which received an Honorable Mention from the Independent Publisher Book Awards, and FIDGETS, a novel celebrated by students in special education programs for its relatable portrayal of ADHD.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
All Under the Same Roof and my inspiration came from my mother’s retirement home in Denver CO. She passed-on in 2006 but I’ve been carrying my ‘notes I took about characters & such’ around for quite some time. Finally, dug my notebook out and started creating this VERY timely story.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
My ‘practice’ writing is on Blue Sky Social Media. I have 15,500 followers and practice on each of them with my wit, empathy, curiosity and undying resistance and fight for our democracy
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Too many to name- love mystery, thrillers, cookbooks, biographies, and much more
What are you working on now?
Life through the eyes of a seeing eye dog
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Blue Sky social media, Pinterest, Instagram
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Never give up. Write what you like to read. Search for that unique idea that you’re almost sure no one else has thought of… LOL.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Radiate your power” >>> in all directions
What are you reading now?
The Power of Decision by Barkley
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m a mixed media artist every other day and I write the other every other days.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Science of Mind (Holmes), All Under the Same Roof, Mary Oliver Devotions
Author Websites and Profiles
Jennifer French Amazon Profile
Jennifer French’s Social Media Links
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