This Pen for Hire

The humor felt natural and added charm, but I'm curious whether that was a conscious choice or just how the story evolved. Did it come from the author's own style?

The close-knit community made the stakes feel higher, but also more intimate. I wonder how much based on real places or just imagination.

It’s such a fun twist to have her solve crimes in her own world of words. Did the author have a particular inspiration for this character's career choice?