Shirley Jump

Shirley Jump is a highly accomplished author, known for her work in the romance and women's fiction genres. She is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, a testament to her widespread popularity and success. Born and raised in Indiana, Shirley discovered her passion for writing at a young age. Her first article, published in a local newspaper when she was only 11, was inspired by the experiences of a family from Laos who were staying with her family. This early success sparked a lifelong fascination with writing and publication for Shirley.

Before becoming a full-time author, Shirley explored various career paths, including teaching and television journalism. However, she eventually decided to focus on writing, recognizing it as her true passion. In addition to her work as a novelist, Shirley is also a respected writing instructor, using her diverse background to help clients create impactful books. She offers monthly Manuscript Masterminds through her website and has a YouTube channel where she shares writing exercises, classes, and behind-the-scenes writing lessons.

Shirley's dedication to her craft is evident in her impressive body of work, having published over 80 books in 24 countries. Despite her success, she remains humble and approachable, engaging with her fans through her website and social media platforms. When she's not writing, Shirley enjoys competing in triathlons, a hobby that allows her to indulge in her love of mid-day naps and chocolate cake. With her relatable personality and wealth of experience, Shirley Jump continues to inspire and motivate both aspiring and established writers alike.
Bachelor Bake-Off Books (with Kate Hardy)
# Title Year
1 A Teaspoon of Trouble 2017
2 A Spoonful of Sugar 2017
The Barlow Brothers Books
# Title Year
1 The Homecoming Queen Gets Her Man 2014
2 The Instant Family Man 2015
3 The Tycoon's Proposal 2015
4 The Firefighter's Family Secret 2016
5 Winning the Nanny's Heart 2016
Fortune's Island Books
# Title Year
1 And Then Forever 2015
2 Can't Get Over You 2016
Harbor Cove Books
# Title Year
1 The Marvelous Monroe Girls 2022
Makeover Books
# Title Year
1 Married by Morning 2007
The McKenna Brothers Books
# Title Year
1 One Day to Find a Husband 2012
2 How the Playboy Got Serious 2012
3 Return of the Last McKenna 2012
Mercy, Indiana Books
# Title Year
1 Kissing Mr. Wrong 2021
2 Beauty and the Bachelor 2021
3 The Single Dad's Second Chance 2021
4 Falling for the Marine 2021
O'Bannon Sisters Books
# Title Year
1 The Perfect Recipe for Love and Friendship 2017
2 The Secret Ingredient for a Happy Marriage 2018
Recipes With Romance Books
# Title Year
1 The Devil Served Tortellini 2005
2 The Angel Craved Lobster 2005
3 The Bachelor Preferred Pastry 2006
Rescue Bay Books
# Title Year
1 From There to Back Again 2022
2 All Summer Long 2022
3 It's About Time 2022
The Southern Belle Book Club Books
# Title Year
1 When Somebody Loves You 2015
The Stone Gap Inn Books
# Title Year
1 The Family He Didn't Expect 2019
2 Their Last Second Chance 2019
3 Their Unexpected Christmas Gift 2019
4 The Marriage Rescue 2020
Sweet and Savory Books
# Title Year
1 The Bride Wore Chocolate 2004
2 The Groom Wanted Seconds 2012
3 The Devil Served Desire 2012
4 The Angel Tasted Temptation 2012
5 The Beauty Charmed Santa 2012
6 The Playboy Savored Seduction 2013
7 The Boss Courted Trouble 2013
8 The Millionaire Tempted Fate 2013
Sweet and Savory Series in Chronological Order
# Title Year
1 The Groom Wanted Seconds 2012
2 The Bride Wore Chocolate 2004
3 The Devil Served Desire 2012
4 The Angel Tasted Temptation 2012
5 The Millionaire Tempted Fate 2013
6 The Playboy Savored Seduction 2013
7 The Beauty Charmed Santa 2012
8 The Boss Courted Trouble 2013
Sweetheart Sisters Books
# Title Year
1 The Sweetheart Bargain 2013
2 The Sweetheart Rules 2014
3 The Sweetheart Secret 2014
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Virgin's Proposal 2003
2 The Bachelor's Dare 2003
3 The Daddy's Promise 2004
4 The Marine's Kiss 2005
5 The Dating Game 2005
6 Miracle on Christmas Eve 2006
7 Rescued by Mr. Right 2006
8 The Other Wife 2006
9 Pretty Bad 2007
10 Back to Mr & Mrs 2007
11 Really Something 2007
12 Simply The Best 2008
13 Around the Bend 2010
14 Midnight Kiss, New Year Wish 2010
15 The Love Lottery 2011
16 Family Christmas in Riverbend 2011
17 A Mistletoe Kiss with the Boss 2016
18 In Other Words, Love 2020
19 After She Vanished 2022
20 Refuge Up in Flames 2022
21 The Forever Family 2023
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 Fools Rush In 2013
2 Driving Mr. Wrong Home 2014
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 My Calendar Is Written in Crayon 2017
2 Finding Level Ground: The Story of Matthew DeRemer 2017
Baby On Board Books
# Title Year
1 The Husband 2004
2 Rescued: Mother-to-be 2005
3 Inherited: Baby 2006
4 Her Pregnancy Surprise 2006
5 Baby Twins 2007
6 The Duke's Baby 2007
7 Executive Mother-To-Be 2007
8 Pregnant: Father Wanted 2008
9 The Boss's Little Miracle 2008
10 Expecting a Miracle 2008
11 Her Baby, His Proposal 2008
12 Adopted: Outback Baby 2008
13 The Millionaire's Nanny Arrangement 2008
14 Two Little Miracles 2008
15 Boardroom Baby Surprise 2009
16 Italian Tycoon, Secret Son 2009
17 Keeping Her Baby's Secret 2009
18 Adopted: Family in a Million 2009
19 Secret Baby, Surprise Parents 2009
20 Confidential: Expecting! 2009
21 The Billionaire's Baby 2009
22 Doorstep Daddy 2009
23 Hired: Nanny Bride 2009
24 Her Baby Wish 2009
25 The Cowboy's Baby 2009
26 The Italian's Forgotten Baby 2009
27 Sheriff Needs a Nanny 2010
28 Their Miracle Twins 2012
Bride for All Seasons Books
# Title Year
1 The Bride's Baby 2007
2 Saying Yes To The Millionaire 2007
3 The Millionaire's Proposal 2008
4 Marry-Me Christmas 2008
Christmas Treats Books
# Title Year
1 Cowboy Daddy, Jingle-Bell Baby 2009
2 A Princess For Christmas 2009
3 Under the Boss's Mistletoe 2009
4 The Magic of a Family Christmas 2009
Diamond Brides Books
# Title Year
1 The Australian's Society Bride 2008
2 Her Valentine Blind Date 2008
3 The Bridesmaid and the Billionaire 2008
4 Manhattan Boss, Diamond Proposal 2009
Fun Factor Books
# Title Year
1 Mistletoe and the Lost Stiletto 2010
2 Deserted Island, Dreamy Ex! 2010
3 Winning a Groom in 10 Dates 2010
4 Oh-So-Sensible Secretary 2010
5 Molly Cooper's Dream Date 2010
6 Girl in a Vintage Dress 2011
7 Kisses on Her Christmas List 2011
8 Swept Off Her Stilettos 2011
9 How to Lasso a Cowboy 2011
10 Mr. Right There All Along. Jackie Braun 2011
11 Tipping the Waitress with Diamonds 2021
The Gingerbread Girls Books (with Cara Colter)
# Title Year
1 Snowflakes and Silver Linings 2013
2 Marry Me Under the Mistletoe 2013
3 The Christmas Baby Surprise 2013
Girls' Weekend in Vegas Books
# Title Year
1 Vegas Pregnancy Surprise 2010
2 Saving Cinderella! 2010
3 Inconveniently Wed! 2010
4 Wedding Date with the Best Man 2010
Holiday Miracles Books
# Title Year
1 Snowbound in the Earl's Castle 2012
2 Sleigh Ride with the Rancher 2012
3 Mistletoe Kisses with the Billionaire 2012
Hotel Marchand Books
# Title Year
1 In the Dark 2006
2 The Setup 2006
3 The Unknown Woman 2006
4 Damage Control 2006
5 Bourbon Street Blues 2006
6 Some Like It Hot 2006
7 Love Is Lovelier 2006
8 Unmasked 2006
9 Her Summer Lover 2006
10 A Secret Life 2006
11 A Second Chance 2006
12 The Legacy 2007
In a Fairy Tale World... Books
# Title Year
1 Their Little Cowgirl 2004
2 Rich Man, Poor Bride 2004
3 Her Frog Prince 2004
4 Engaged to the Sheik 2005
5 Nighttime Sweethearts 2005
6 Twice A Princess 2005
In Her Shoes... Books
# Title Year
1 Nanny to the Billionaire's Son 2008
2 Cinderella's Wedding Wish 2009
3 Maid in Montana 2009
4 Invitation to the Boss's Ball 2009
5 The Girl from Honeysuckle Farm 2009
6 Hired: Cinderella Chef 2009
7 The Frenchman's Plain-Jane Project 2009
8 His L.A. Cinderella 2009
9 Cinderella: Hired by the Prince 2010
10 Housekeeper's Happy-Ever-After 2010
11 Three Times a Bridesmaid... 2010
12 What's a Housekeeper to Do? 2010
13 If the Red Slipper Fits... 2010
14 Once Upon a Time in Tarrula 2011
15 The Rancher's Housekeeper 2012
16 His Plain-Jane Cinderella 2012
17 To Dance with a Prince 2012
Montana Mavericks: The Baby Bonanza Books
# Title Year
1 Marriage, Maverick Style! 2016
2 Her Maverick M.D. 2016
3 A Maverick and a Half 2016
4 Maverick vs. Maverick 2016
5 The Maverick's Holiday Surprise 2016
6 The More Mavericks, the Merrier! 2016
Mothers In A Million Books (with Michelle Douglas, with Cara Colter, with Susan Meier)
# Title Year
1 First Comes Baby 2013
2 The Matchmaker's Happy Ending / Boardroom Bride and Groom 2013
3 Second Chance with the Rebel 2013
4 A Father for Her Triplets 2014
Nine to Five Books
# Title Year
1 Beyond All Reason 1995
2 To Tame A Proud Heart 1996
3 Sleeping with the Boss 1998
4 The Boss's Proposal 2001
5 Merger By Matrimony 2001
6 Secretary on Demand 2001
7 Assignment: Seduction 2009
Once Upon a Kiss Books
# Title Year
1 The Prince, The Lady & The Tower 1997
2 In Papa Bear'S Bed 1997
3 Beauty and the Brooding Boss 2011
4 Her Desert Prince 2011
5 Not-So-Perfect Princess 2011
6 The Princess Test 2011
7 The Ballerina Bride 2012
Paradise Key Books
# Title Year
1 Summer Love 2018
2 Love at the Beach Shop 2018
3 Resort to Love 2018
4 Small Town Love 2018
Soulmates Books
# Title Year
1 Cassie's Cowboy 2002
2 A Husband in Her Eyes 2002
3 Because Of The Ring 2002
4 With One Touch 2003
5 The Wish 2003
6 A Gift from the Past 2003
7 Kissed by Cat 2005
The Wedding Planners Books
# Title Year
1 The Best Man's Baby 2004
2 A Convenient Groom 2004
3 A Professional Engagement 2004
4 SOS Marry Me! 2008
5 Millionaire Dad, Nanny Needed! 2008
6 Sweetheart Lost and Found 2008
7 Winning the Single Mom's Heart 2008
8 The Bridegroom's Secret 2008
9 The Heir's Convenient Wife 2009
The Wedding Planners Series in Chronological Order
# Title Year
1 A Professional Engagement 2004
2 The Best Man's Baby 2004
3 A Convenient Groom 2004
4 Sweetheart Lost and Found 2008
5 The Heir's Convenient Wife 2009
6 SOS Marry Me! 2008
7 Winning the Single Mom's Heart 2008
8 Millionaire Dad, Nanny Needed! 2008
9 The Bridegroom's Secret 2008
Shirley Jump Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Sugar and Spice 2006
2 Wedding Vows 2015
3 Ask Me Why 2015
4 Christmas Actually 2020
5 Something Blue 2022