Joanna Barker

Joanna Barker is a Regency Romance novelist celebrated for her chemistry-laden love stories, memorable characters, and captivating plots. Her notable works include "A Game of Hearts," "Otherwise Engaged," and "A Heart Worth Stealing," which have earned acclaim from prestigious publications such as Library Journal, Booklist, Foreword Reviews, and Publishers Weekly. With a talent for crafting immersive historical romances, Barker has established herself as a standout voice in the genre.

Barker's writing is driven by her belief that romance enhances every story, a philosophy that shines through in her Regency-era novels. When not crafting her next book, she enjoys listening to podcasts, indulging in chocolate, and spending time with her family. She considers motherhood her greatest role, cherishing her husband and three lively children above all else.

Balancing her passion for writing with her dedication to family, Barker continues to enchant readers with heartfelt historical romances. Her ability to weave emotion, wit, and authenticity into her stories ensures her place as a beloved author in the Regency Romance genre.
The Cartwells Books
# Title Year
1 A Game of Hearts 2022
2 To Charm a Lady 2024
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Truth about Miss Ashbourne 2018
2 Miss Adeline's Match 2019
3 Secrets and Suitors 2019
4 Otherwise Engaged 2020
5 A Heart Worth Stealing 2023
6 So True a Love 2024
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 The Two Bells of Christmas 2022
Forever After Retellings Books
# Title Year
1 Beauty and the Baron 2019
2 The Captain and Miss Winter (By: Sally Britton) 2019
3 The Steadfast Heart (By: Arlem Hawks) 2019
4 A Beautiful Love (By: Megan Walker) 2019
5 Maiden in the Tower (By: Heidi Kimball) 2019
6 In Pursuit of a Gentleman (By: Arlem Hawks) 2019
Promise of Forever After Books
# Title Year
1 Letters for Phoebe (By: Sally Britton) 2020
2 Romancing Her Rival 2020
3 Her Unexpected Courtship (By: Megan Walker) 2020
4 Commander of His Heart (By: Arlem Hawks) 2020
5 The Managing Miss (By: Heidi Kimball) 2023
Timeless Regency Collection Books
# Title Year
1 Regency Christmas Gifts: Three Stories (By: Carla Kelly) 2015
2 Autumn Masquerade (By: Nancy Campbell Allen, Josi S. Kilpack, Donna Hatch) 2015
3 A Midwinter Ball (By: Annette Lyon, Heidi Ashworth, Michele Paige Holmes) 2015
4 Spring in Hyde Park (By: Nichole Van, Jennifer Moore, G.G. Vandagriff) 2016
5 Summer House Party (By: Sarah M. Eden, Donna Hatch, Regina Scott) 2016
6 A Country Christmas (By: Carla Kelly, Josi S. Kilpack, Jennifer Moore) 2016
7 A Season in London (By: Heather B. Moore, Rebecca Connolly, Elizabeth Johns) 2018
8 A Holiday in Bath (By: Julie Daines, Caroline Warfield, Jaima Fixsen) 2018
9 Falling for a Duke (By: Rebecca Connolly, Nichole Van, Janelle Daniels) 2018
10 Road to Gretna Green (By: Heather B. Moore, Julie Daines, Lucinda Brant) 2018
11 A Night in Grosvenor Square (By: Heather B. Moore, Annette Lyon, Sarah M. Eden) 2018
12 Wedding Wagers (By: Heather B. Moore, Donna Hatch, Michele Paige Holmes) 2018
13 An Evening at Almack's (By: Sarah M. Eden, Elizabeth Johns, Sally Britton) 2019
14 A Week in Brighton (By: Annette Lyon, Donna Hatch, Jennifer Moore) 2019
15 To Love a Governess (By: Heather B. Moore, Josi S. Kilpack, Julie Daines) 2019
16 Widows of Somerset (By: Heather B. Moore, Rebecca Connolly, Jen Geigle Johnson) 2020
17 A Christmas Promise (With: Annette Lyon, Jennifer Moore) 2020
18 A Seaside Summer (By: Heather B. Moore, Josi S. Kilpack, Martha Keyes) 2021
19 The Inns of Devonshire (By: Annette Lyon, Deborah M. Hathaway, Sally Britton) 2021
20 To Kiss a Wallflower (By: Heather B. Moore, Jen Geigle Johnson, Anneka R. Walker) 2022
21 Beyond Pemberley (By: Rebecca Anderson, Sarah L. McConkie, Samantha Hastings) 2025
Joanna Barker Anthologies
# Title Year
1 All Hearts Come Home for Christmas 2019