K.J. Charles

K.J. Charles is a British author who has made a name for herself in the genre of gay historical romance novels. After spending twenty years working in publishing, she turned to novel-writing, bringing her extensive editorial experience to her own creative work. Charles currently resides in London, England, where she lives with her husband, two teenage children, and a cat that is not to be trusted.

In addition to her work as an author, K.J. Charles is also a freelance editor and blogger. She has a particular interest in editing books that fall into the fantasy and historical romance genres, as well as juvenile literature. Charles has written both standalone books and a number of series, including two trilogies, a quadrilogy, and a quintet. Her writing spans various sub-genres, with a focus on romance, suspense, and gay and lesbian themes.

Charles is a prolific writer, having authored several popular series such as "A Charm of Magpies" and "Society of Gentlemen." She is known for her engaging storytelling, well-developed characters, and intricate plotlines. Charles' writing is often praised for its wit, humor, and ability to tackle serious themes with a light touch. Her work has been recognized with a RITA nomination, further cementing her status as a respected and accomplished author in her field.

When she's not writing or editing, K.J. Charles can be found on her blog, where she shares her thoughts on writing and editing. She is also active on Twitter and has a lively Facebook group where she interacts with her readers. Charles is known for her warm and approachable personality, and she enjoys connecting with her fans and fellow writers. Despite her busy schedule, she always makes time to engage with her readers and respond to their questions and comments.
Charm of Magpies Books
# Title Year
1 The Magpie Lord 2013
2 A Case of Possession 2014
3 Flight of Magpies 2014
4 Jackdaw 2015
5 Rag and Bone 2016
The Doomsday Books
# Title Year
1 The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen 2023
2 A Nobleman's Guide to Seducing a Scoundrel 2023
England World Books
# Title Year
1 Think of England 2014
2 Proper English 2019
Gentle Art World Books
# Title Year
1 A Thief in the Night 2022
Green Men Books
# Title Year
1 Spectred Isle 2017
Lilywhite Boys Books
# Title Year
1 Any Old Diamonds 2019
2 Gilded Cage 2019
3 The Rat-Catcher's Daughter 2019
4 Masters in This Hall 2022
The Secret Casebook of Simon Feximal Books
# Title Year
1 The Secret Casebook of Simon Feximal 2015
Sins of the Cities Books
# Title Year
1 An Unseen Attraction 2017
2 An Unnatural Vice 2017
3 An Unsuitable Heir 2017
Society of Gentlemen Books
# Title Year
1 A Fashionable Indulgence 2015
2 A Seditious Affair 2015
3 The Ruin of Gabriel Ashleigh 2015
4 A Gentleman's Position 2016
The Will Darling Adventures Books
# Title Year
1 Slippery Creatures 2020
2 The Sugared Game 2020
3 Subtle Blood 2021
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Non-Stop Till Tokyo 2014
2 Wanted, A Gentleman 2017
3 The Henchmen of Zenda 2018
4 Band Sinister 2018
5 The Gentle Art of Fortune Hunting 2021
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 A Queer Trade 2016
2 The Price of Meat 2017
3 Unfit to Print 2018
K.J. Charles Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Charmed and Dangerous 2015