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ⓘ About Joanna Wayne
Author Jo Ann Vest writes contemporary romance books and publishes them under the name of Joanna Wayne. Vest has used some other pen names too. These include: Julia Watson, Julia Hamilton, Jane De Vere, and Julia Fitzgerald. She was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and it was here that she grew up. At the age of only four, she started reading, and pretty soon, was making trips to the library on a weekly basis to pick out books for her to read. Then she would read every single one of them right before she went to bed that night. Her love of books has not dropped off since then. By the year 1984, she got married and moved on to New Orleans, and enrolled in a course on writing and joined a pro writing organization. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books series, Joanna Wayne 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 Joanna Wayne
Family Ties
Family Ties is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
The Second Son
The Second Son continues the Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Stranger Next Door
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books with The Stranger Next Door, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
A Mother's Secrets
A Mother's Secrets is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
24 Karat Ammunition
24 Karat Ammunition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Four Brothers of Colt's Run Cross Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Texas Gun Smoke
Texas Gun Smoke is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Four Brothers of Colt's Run Cross Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Point Blank Protector
Point Blank Protector continues the Publication Order of Four Brothers of Colt's Run Cross Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Loaded
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Four Brothers of Colt's Run Cross Books with Loaded, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Miracle at Colts Run Cross
Miracle at Colts Run Cross is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Four Brothers of Colt's Run Cross Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Cowboy Commando
Cowboy Commando continues the Publication Order of Special Ops Texas Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cowboy to the Core
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Special Ops Texas Books with Cowboy to the Core, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Bravo, Tango, Cowboy
Bravo, Tango, Cowboy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Special Ops Texas Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Cowboy Swagger
Cowboy Swagger is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sons of Troy Ledger Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Genuine Cowboy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sons of Troy Ledger Books with Genuine Cowboy, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
AK-Cowboy
AK-Cowboy continues the Publication Order of Sons of Troy Ledger Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cowboy Fever
Cowboy Fever is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sons of Troy Ledger Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Cowboy Conspiracy
Cowboy Conspiracy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sons of Troy Ledger Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Son of a Gun
Son of a Gun continues the Publication Order of Big D Dads Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Son of a Gun
Son of a Gun continues the Publication Order of Big D Dads Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Live Ammo
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Big D Dads Books with Live Ammo, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Big Shot
Big Shot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Big D Dads Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Big Shot
Big Shot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Big D Dads Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Trumped Up Charges
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Big D Dads: The Daltons Books with Trumped Up Charges, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Unrepentant Cowboy
Unrepentant Cowboy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Big D Dads: The Daltons Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Hard Ride to Dry Gulch
Hard Ride to Dry Gulch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Big D Dads: The Daltons Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Midnight Rider
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Big D Dads: The Daltons Books with Midnight Rider, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Showdown at Shadow Junction
Showdown at Shadow Junction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Big D Dads: The Daltons Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Ambush at Dry Gulch
Ambush at Dry Gulch continues the Publication Order of Big D Dads: The Daltons Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Riding Shotgun
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Kavanaughs Books with Riding Shotgun, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Quick-Draw Cowboy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Kavanaughs Books with Quick-Draw Cowboy, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Fearless Gunfighter
Conflict and courage define Fearless Gunfighter, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Kavanaughs Books series by Joanna Wayne that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Dropping the Hammer
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Kavanaughs Books with Dropping the Hammer, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Behind The Mask
Behind The Mask continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Jodie's Little Secrets
Jodie's Little Secrets is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
All I Want for Christmas
All I Want for Christmas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Alligator Moon
Alligator Moon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
The Gentleman's Club
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Gentleman's Club, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Security Measures
Security Measures continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Maverick Christmas
Maverick Christmas continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Orleans Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with New Orleans Noir, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
French Quarter Fatale
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with French Quarter Fatale, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Cover Me
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Cover Me, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
No Known Cure
No Known Cure continues the Publication Order of Code Red Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Justice for All
Justice for All continues the Publication Order of Code Red Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Escape the Night
Escape the Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Forrester Square Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Escape the Night
Escape the Night is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Forrester Square Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Deep in the Bayou
Deep in the Bayou continues the Publication Order of Woman of Mystery Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Extreme Heat
Extreme Heat is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lawman Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Family Ties
Family Ties is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Greatest Texas Love Stories of All Time Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
A Father's Duty
A Father's Duty is an essential installment in the Publication Order of New Orleans Confidential Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Memories at Midnight
Memories at Midnight continues the Publication Order of McCord Family Countdown Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Extreme Heat
Extreme Heat is an essential installment in the Publication Order of For Her Eyes Only Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Cowboy Fever
Cowboy Fever is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cowboy For Every Mood Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
Live Ammo
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Cowboy For Every Mood Books with Live Ammo, another outstanding contribution from Joanna Wayne.
Behind The Mask
Behind The Mask continues the Publication Order of Dangerous to Love USA Series Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Just One Look
Just One Look is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cooper's Corner Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Joanna Wayne have come to expect.
24/7 Bodyguard / 24/7
24/7 Bodyguard / 24/7 continues the Publication Order of Bodyguards Unlimited, Denver, Colorado Books story arc with Joanna Wayne's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Joanna Wayne?
Joanna Wayne is a bestselling author known for 23 book series containing over 62 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books, Publication Order of Hidden Passions Books, Publication Order of Four Brothers of Colt's Run Cross Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Joanna Wayne series to start with?
For readers new to Joanna Wayne's work, the Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 4 books. Begin with Family Ties to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Joanna Wayne written?
Joanna Wayne has written over 62 books across 23 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Joanna Wayne books in order?
Yes, reading Joanna Wayne'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 Joanna Wayne write in?
Joanna Wayne writes primarily in fiction. With 23 series across 62 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Joanna Wayne's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Joanna Wayne'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 Joanna Wayne's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Joanna Wayne's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Randolph Family Ties Books series. The first book, Family Ties, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.