Behind Closed Doors releases August 27, 2026 · Preorder now
Back to The Briefing
Reading

Want to shape the next book?

Shape the next book in the series

Behind Closed Doors is a series about the workplace, the drama, the comedy, and the chaos. Throughout the series, we will explore everything from addiction, crime, and the fine lines of corporate corruption. Don't worry, there will be more complicated relationships and love triangles.

If you'd like to play a small part in the series, here are a few ways you can join in the fun:

1. Write a review

Be one of the first ten 5-star reviews on Amazon and your first name will appear in one of the forthcoming books in the series. Where do you think all of these character names came from? They were all the friends and family who read drafts 1 through 50. 🙂

Submit your review on Amazon.

2. Share your favorite character

Whose story would you like to explore next? More Erika? We'll have to see how she evolves. But who else deserves the spotlight?

Share your favorite character, what you love about them, and why their story needs to be told.

Written by

J. Layne

J. Layne is a pen name. The author behind it writes contemporary romance set where ambition and desire collide, in boardrooms, on business trips, and everywhere the polished corporate surface cracks.

Behind Closed Doors cover reveal News
August 6, 2026

Cover reveal and preorder is live

The first look at Behind Closed Doors and where to reserve your copy.

Read more
Erika, the woman at the center of Book One Extras
August 13, 2026

Meet Erika before page one

A short introduction to the woman at the center of Book One.

Read more
The reading room

Be first through the door

Join the reader list for cover reveals, release dates, preorder bonuses, and news from the world of The Corner Office.

Newsletter signup coming soon.

No spam. Cover reveals, release news, and the occasional bonus chapter.