J.L. Merrow is a British author known for her work in contemporary and paranormal gay romance novels. Merrow studied Natural Sciences at Cambridge, where she discovered that a career in a laboratory was not for her. Despite her scientific background, Merrow found her true passion in writing, with a focus on gay romance. She is particularly fond of contemporary romantic comedy and mystery stories, and has achieved significant recognition for her work in these genres.
Merrow's novel "Slam!" won the 2013 Rainbow Award for Best LGBT Romantic Comedy, while her novella "Muscling Through" was a 2013 EPIC Award finalist. Her book "Relief Valve" is a finalist in the 2015 EPIC Awards, and several of her other works have been EPIC Awards finalists as well. These accolades speak to Merrow's talent for crafting engaging and humorous stories that resonate with readers.
In addition to her success as a writer, Merrow is also an active member of the UK GLBTQ Fiction Meet organizing team. She is a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ fiction community and has made significant contributions to its growth and development. Merrow's work continues to delight and entertain readers, and her commitment to her craft is evident in the quality of her stories.
J.L. Merrow is a unique voice in the world of gay romance, and her refusal to conform to expectations sets her apart from her peers. She is a proud Englishwoman who defies the stereotype of tea-drinking Brits, and her writing reflects her individuality and creativity. Merrow's stories are infused with humor and warmth, making them a joy to read for fans of the genre. Her contributions to the LGBTQ+ fiction community are significant, and she continues to be a strong advocate for its growth and success.
Camwolf Books
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Camwolf
2011
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Lonewolf
2011
Glastonbury Tales Books
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Title
Year
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1
Face Blind
2022
The Plumber's Mate Mysteries Books
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Title
Year
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Pressure Head
2012
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Relief Valve
2014
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Heat Trap
2015
4
Blow Down
2016
5
Lock Nut
2018
6
Stop Cock
2021
Rael and Lars Books
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A Blast from the Past
2010
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A Wish Too Far
2011
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A Calling for Pleasure
2011
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A Glutton for Punishment
2013
Mad About the Brit Boys Books
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Mad About the Boys
2013
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Boys Who Go Bump in the Night
2015
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Help, My Boyfriend's an Alien!
2016
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Boy Meets Boy Meets Boy
2016
5
Truly, Madly, Boys
2016
The Shamwell Tales Books
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Caught!
2014
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Played!
2015
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Out!
2016
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Spun!
2017
Porthkennack Books
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Wake Up Call
2017
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One Under
2017
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A Gathering Storm (By: Joanna Chambers)
2017
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Broke Deep (By: Charlie Cochrane)
2017
5
Love at First Hate
2018
6
House of Cards (By: Garrett Leigh)
2017
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Junkyard Heart (By: Garrett Leigh)
2017
8
Foxglove Copse ( By: Alex Beecroft)
2017
9
Count the Shells (By: Charlie Cochrane)
2017
10
Contraband Hearts (By: Alex Beecroft)
2018
Standalone Novels
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Wight Mischief
2011
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Midnight in Berlin
2012
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Hard Tail
2012
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Trick of Time
2013
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Slam!
2013
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Fall Hard
2013
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Free Ride
2015
8
A Flirty Dozen
2015
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A Pint of Beer, a Bag of Chips, and Thou
2015
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Lovers Leap
2016
11
To Love a Traitor
2020
Short Stories/Novellas
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Muscling Through
2011
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It's All Geek to Me
2014
Short Story Collections
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Sindustry
2009
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I Put A Spell On You
2010
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Tea and Crumpet
2011
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Fairytales Slashed
2012
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Summer Lovin'
2013
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Spread the Love
2014
Heiresses of Russ Books
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Heiresses of Russ 2012 (By: Nalo Hopkinson, Laird Barron, Desirina Boskovich, Steve Berman, Sunny Moraine, Amal El-Mohtar, Lisa Nohealani Morton, Connie Wilkins, Anna Meadows, Katherine Fabian)
2012
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Heiresses of Russ 2013
2013
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Heiresses of Russ 2014 (By: Alex Jeffers, Steve Berman, Melissa Scott, Redfern Jon Barrett, Chanté McCoy, Alberto Yáñez, Penny Stirling, Sacchi Green, Lexy Wealleans, Robert E. Stutts)
2014
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Heiresses of Russ 2015 (By: Seanan McGuire, Shannon Connor Winward, Ken Liu, Steve Berman, Susan Jane Bigelow, M. Bennardo, Darcie Little Badger, Vivien Jackson, Ruthanna Emrys, Jean Roberta, Melissa Moorer, Stacia Seaman)