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ⓘ About JL Merrow
JL Merrow is a British author who writes about gay romance, and her favorite is contemporary romantic comedy and mystery stories. She was a student at Cambridge University where she discovered that she didn’t see herself ever working in a laboratory. Even though she writes across different genres, her preference is contemporary gay romantic comedies and also the paranormal. Her novel ‘Slam!’ won an award for best LGBT romantic comedy while two other books reached the finals of different award ceremonies. She’s also a member of the UK GLBTQ Fiction Meet organizing team. One of her books is called ‘Muscling Through’, and this is a story about Larry Morton, an art professor at Cambridge who falls in love with one of his students. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, JL Merrow 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 JL Merrow
Camwolf
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Camwolf Books with Camwolf, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Lonewolf
Lonewolf continues the Publication Order of Camwolf Books story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Face Blind
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Glastonbury Tales Books with Face Blind, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Pressure Head
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books with Pressure Head, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Relief Valve
Relief Valve is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Heat Trap
Heat Trap continues the Publication Order of The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blow Down
Blow Down continues the Publication Order of The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lock Nut
Lock Nut is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Stop Cock
Stop Cock is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
A Blast from the Past
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rael and Lars Books with A Blast from the Past, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
A Wish Too Far
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rael and Lars Books with A Wish Too Far, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
A Calling for Pleasure
A Calling for Pleasure is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rael and Lars Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
A Glutton for Punishment
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rael and Lars Books with A Glutton for Punishment, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Mad About the Boys
Mad About the Boys is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mad About the Brit Boys Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Boys Who Go Bump in the Night
Boys Who Go Bump in the Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mad About the Brit Boys Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Help, My Boyfriend's an Alien!
Help, My Boyfriend's an Alien! continues the Publication Order of Mad About the Brit Boys Books story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Boy Meets Boy Meets Boy
Boy Meets Boy Meets Boy continues the Publication Order of Mad About the Brit Boys Books story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Truly, Madly, Boys
Truly, Madly, Boys is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mad About the Brit Boys Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Caught!
Caught! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Shamwell Tales Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Played!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Shamwell Tales Books with Played!, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Out!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Shamwell Tales Books with Out!, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Spun!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Shamwell Tales Books with Spun!, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Wake Up Call
Wake Up Call is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Porthkennack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
One Under
One Under is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Porthkennack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Love at First Hate
Love at First Hate explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Porthkennack Books series by JL Merrow.
Wight Mischief
Wight Mischief continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Midnight in Berlin
Midnight in Berlin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Hard Tail
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Hard Tail, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Trick of Time
Trick of Time continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Slam!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Slam!, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Fall Hard
Fall Hard is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Free Ride
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Free Ride, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
A Flirty Dozen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Flirty Dozen, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
A Pint of Beer, a Bag of Chips, and Thou
A Pint of Beer, a Bag of Chips, and Thou is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Lovers Leap
Lovers Leap explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by JL Merrow.
To Love a Traitor
To Love a Traitor explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by JL Merrow.
Muscling Through
Muscling Through is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
It's All Geek to Me
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with It's All Geek to Me, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Sindustry
Sindustry continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tea and Crumpet
Tea and Crumpet continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fairytales Slashed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Fairytales Slashed, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Summer Lovin'
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Summer Lovin', another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Spread the Love
Spread the Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by JL Merrow.
Wake Up Call
Wake Up Call is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Porthkennack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
One Under
One Under is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Porthkennack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Love at First Hate
Love at First Hate explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Porthkennack Books series by JL Merrow.
Heiresses of Russ 2012
Heiresses of Russ 2012 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Heiresses of Russ 2013
Heiresses of Russ 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
Heiresses of Russ 2014
Heiresses of Russ 2014 continues the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Heiresses of Russ 2015
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books with Heiresses of Russ 2015, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Heiresses of Russ 2016
Heiresses of Russ 2016 continues the Publication Order of Heiresses of Russ Books story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sindustry II
Sindustry II continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
I Do, Two
I Do, Two continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
I Put A Spell On You
Magic takes center stage in I Put A Spell On You, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by JL Merrow.
Necking
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Necking, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Making Contact
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Making Contact, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Boy Fun
Boy Fun continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with JL Merrow's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Taken
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Taken, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
When a Man Loves a Man
When a Man Loves a Man explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by JL Merrow.
Two Tickets to Paradise
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Two Tickets to Paradise, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
New Sun Rising
New Sun Rising is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
She Shifters
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with She Shifters, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Lashings of Sauce
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Lashings of Sauce, another outstanding contribution from JL Merrow.
Heiresses of Russ 2013
Heiresses of Russ 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of JL Merrow have come to expect.
2014 Top Ten Gay Romance
2014 Top Ten Gay Romance explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by JL Merrow.
Best Lesbian Romance 2015
Best Lesbian Romance 2015 explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by JL Merrow.
Capital Crimes
The investigation intensifies in Capital Crimes, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of JL Merrow's creation.
Love is Love
Love is Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by JL Merrow.
2016 Top Ten Gay Romance
2016 Top Ten Gay Romance explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by JL Merrow.
2019 Top Ten Gay Romance
2019 Top Ten Gay Romance explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by JL Merrow.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is JL Merrow?
JL Merrow is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 70 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Camwolf Books, Publication Order of Glastonbury Tales Books, Publication Order of The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best JL Merrow series to start with?
For readers new to JL Merrow's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 19 books. Begin with Sindustry II to start from the very beginning.
How many books has JL Merrow written?
JL Merrow has written over 70 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read JL Merrow books in order?
Yes, reading JL Merrow'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 JL Merrow write in?
JL Merrow writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 70 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are JL Merrow's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of JL Merrow'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 JL Merrow's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, JL Merrow's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Sindustry II, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.