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ⓘ About Dorothy Garlock
Dorothy Garlock is the bestselling author of over 50 historical romance novels, most of them set in the American West. She’s also written using pens names, including Dorothy Glenn, Dorothy Philips and Johanna Phillips. She was born in Texas, in 1942, but Oklahoma City is the place where she spent twenty five years. In 1955, she and her hubby moved to Iowa, and she had a career as a columnist and bookkeeper for a local newspaper and retired at 49 years. Before she decided to publish anything, she had written four manuscripts, and now she has over 20 million books in circulation. Dorothy Garlock has written many series but she is perhaps well known for writing the ‘Jazz Age’ series. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Dorothy Garlock has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Dorothy Garlock
Wild Sweet Wilderness
Wild Sweet Wilderness continues the Publication Order of Annie Lash/Missouri Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Annie Lash
Annie Lash is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Annie Lash/Missouri Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Almost Eden
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Annie Lash/Missouri Books with Almost Eden, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Restless Wind
Restless Wind continues the Publication Order of Colorado Wind Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wayward Wind
Conflict and courage define Wayward Wind, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Colorado Wind Books series by Dorothy Garlock that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Wind of Promise
Wind of Promise continues the Publication Order of Colorado Wind Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lonesome River
Lonesome River is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wabash River Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Dream River
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wabash River Books with Dream River, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
River of Tomorrow
River of Tomorrow continues the Publication Order of Wabash River Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Yesteryear
Yesteryear is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wabash River Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Midnight Blue
Midnight Blue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wyoming Frontier Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Nightrose
Nightrose is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wyoming Frontier Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Sweetwater
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wyoming Frontier Books with Sweetwater, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Sins of Summer
Sins of Summer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wyoming Frontier Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
The Listening Sky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wyoming Frontier Books with The Listening Sky, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Larkspur
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wyoming Frontier Books with Larkspur, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Midnight Blue
Midnight Blue is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Wyoming Frontier Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Nightrose
Nightrose is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Wyoming Frontier Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Sins of Summer
Sins of Summer is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Wyoming Frontier Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
The Listening Sky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Wyoming Frontier Books with The Listening Sky, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Larkspur
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Wyoming Frontier Books with Larkspur, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Sweetwater
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Wyoming Frontier Books with Sweetwater, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Ribbon in the Sky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dolan Brothers Books with Ribbon in the Sky, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
With Hope
With Hope is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dolan Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
With Song
With Song is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dolan Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
With Heart
With Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Dolan Brothers Books series by Dorothy Garlock.
After the Parade
After the Parade continues the Publication Order of Dolan Brothers Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Edge of Town
The Edge of Town is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jazz Age Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
High on a Hill
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jazz Age Books with High on a Hill, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
A Place Called Rainwater
A Place Called Rainwater continues the Publication Order of Jazz Age Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
River Rising
River Rising continues the Publication Order of Jazz Age Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mother Road
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Route 66 Books with Mother Road, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Hope's Highway
Hope's Highway continues the Publication Order of Route 66 Books story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Song of the Road
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Route 66 Books with Song of the Road, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Stay a Little Longer
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tucker Family Books with Stay a Little Longer, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Keep a Little Secret
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tucker Family Books with Keep a Little Secret, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Come a Little Closer
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tucker Family Books with Come a Little Closer, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Love and Cherish
Love and Cherish explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Garlock.
Gentle Torment
Gentle Torment is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
This Loving Land
This Loving Land is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Strange Possession
Strange Possession continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Searching Hearts
The Searching Hearts explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Garlock.
Glorious Dawn
Glorious Dawn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Passion's Song
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Passion's Song, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Hidden Dreams
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Hidden Dreams, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
A Love for All Time
A Love for All Time explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Garlock.
Forever Victoria
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Forever Victoria, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
The Planting Season
The Planting Season continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sunshine Every Morning
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Sunshine Every Morning, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Sing Softly to Me
Sing Softly to Me continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
She Wanted Red Velvet
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with She Wanted Red Velvet, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Marriage to a Stranger
Marriage to a Stranger continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Hell Raiser
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Hell Raiser, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Homeplace
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Homeplace, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
A Gentle Giving
A Gentle Giving is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Tenderness
Tenderness is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
More Than Memory
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with More Than Memory, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Amber Eyed Man
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Amber Eyed Man, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Train from Marietta
Train from Marietta is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
On Tall Pine Lake
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with On Tall Pine Lake, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
A Week from Sunday
A Week from Sunday is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
Leaving Whiskey Bend
Leaving Whiskey Bend is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
The Moon Looked Down
The Moon Looked Down continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Dorothy Garlock's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
By Starlight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with By Starlight, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Under a Texas Sky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Under a Texas Sky, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Take Me Home
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Take Me Home, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Twice in a Lifetime
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Twice in a Lifetime, another outstanding contribution from Dorothy Garlock.
Sunday Kind of Love
Sunday Kind of Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Garlock.
The Nearness of You
The Nearness of You is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Dorothy Garlock have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dorothy Garlock?
Dorothy Garlock is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 69 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Annie Lash/Missouri Books, Publication Order of Colorado Wind Books, Publication Order of Wabash River Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Dorothy Garlock series to start with?
For readers new to Dorothy Garlock's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 32 books. Begin with Love and Cherish to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Dorothy Garlock written?
Dorothy Garlock has written over 69 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Dorothy Garlock books in order?
Yes, reading Dorothy Garlock's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Dorothy Garlock write in?
Dorothy Garlock writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 69 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Dorothy Garlock's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Dorothy Garlock's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Dorothy Garlock's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Dorothy Garlock's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Love and Cherish, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.