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25 series · 363 books
Cat Johnson is a prolific romance writer who has published nearly 360 books across 25 series since 2006, blending contemporary romance with western and action-adventure elements. Her diverse career background as a marketing professional, musician, bartender, and radio personality informs her dynamic storytelling across multiple interconnected universes. Johnson's major series include the Betting On Christmas Collection, Billionaire Bad Boys, Cocky Hero Club, and Graveyard Secrets, showcasing her range from seasonal romance to paranormal mystery.
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Anthologies Series
Likely Complete8 books (2009–2021)
Cat Johnson's Anthologies series comprises seven short story collections blending romance, western, and action themes, published between 2009 and 2021. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Love's Immortal Pantheon and concluding with Steamy. With no new releases announced since 2021, the series appears to be complete.
Start with Love's Immortal Pantheon, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Love's Immortal Pantheon
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Betting On Christmas Collection Series
Likely Complete11 books (2023–2023)
The Betting On Christmas Collection is an 11-book anthology series curated by Cat Johnson, featuring standalone holiday romance stories published in 2023. Each novel is written by a different author and can be read independently, though reading them in publication order provides the full collection experience. The series appears to be complete and showcases various takes on Christmas-themed romance across the Western and contemporary romance genres.
Start with All I Want for Christmas Is Her(By: Harper Cross), the first of 11 books in the Betting On Christmas Collection series.
Start this series with All I Want for Christmas Is Her(By: Harper Cross)
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Billionaire Bad Boys Series
Complete2 books (2013–2014)
This two-book romance series blends western and action elements across its complete run. Published between 2013 and 2014, the books should be read in publication order beginning with Cat Haus followed by Before Cate. Cat Johnson's Billionaire Bad Boys series offers romance-focused storytelling with adventurous undertones for readers seeking contemporary western-themed narratives.
Start with Cat Haus and read in order.
Start this series with Cat Haus
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Cocky Hero Club Series
Ongoing160 books (2020–2025)
The Cocky Hero Club is a massive collaborative romance series launched in 2020 and still ongoing, featuring 159 books written by Cat Johnson and numerous contributing authors. Each standalone story centers on a different cocky male protagonist across various romance subgenres including contemporary, western, and paranormal settings. Readers should start with Arrogant Arrival by Gail Harris and proceed in publication order to experience the series as it was released. Though individual books can be enjoyed independently, following publication order provides the intended experience of this expanding multi-author collection.
Start with Arrogant Arrival(By: Gail Haris), the first of 159 books in the Cocky Hero Club series.
Start this series with Arrogant Arrival(By: Gail Haris)
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Graveyard Secrets Series
Ongoing6 books (2023–2026)
The Graveyard Secrets series by Cat Johnson is an ongoing romance and western adventure spanning four books published between 2023 and 2026. Readers should start with Cadaver Lab and continue in publication order through the subsequent installments. The series combines romantic elements with action-packed storytelling set against a western backdrop.
Start with Cadaver Lab, the first of 4 books in the Graveyard Secrets series.
Start this series with Cadaver Lab
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Hot For Hire Series
Complete4 books (2018–2019)
Cat Johnson's Hot For Hire series comprises four contemporary romance novels published between 2018 and 2019. Each book follows a different couple and can be enjoyed independently, though reading in publication order—beginning with Hot Billionaire for Hire—provides the most rewarding experience. The complete series includes Hot Billionaire for Hire, Hot Chick for Hire, Hot Spy for Hire, and Hot Hero for Hire, blending romance with action and adventure elements throughout.
Start with Hot Billionaire for Hire, the first of 4 books in the Hot For Hire series.
Start this series with Hot Billionaire for Hire
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Hot SEALs Series
Complete16 books (2014–2020)
The Hot SEALs series consists of 16 complete romance novels published between 2014 and 2020, blending contemporary romance with military action themes. The books follow military personnel and their romantic entanglements and should be read in publication order, beginning with Night with a SEAL. Cat Johnson's series delivers interconnected stories across its full run, concluding with the sixteenth installment in 2020.
Start with Night with a SEAL, the first of 16 books in the Hot SEALs series.
Start this series with Night with a SEAL
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Linden Bay Collections Series
Complete1 book (2006–2006)
Maverick Ranch Series
Complete2 books (2011–2012)
This complete two-book western romance series by Cat Johnson follows interconnected stories set on a ranch, blending cowboy romance with action and adventure. Published between 2011 and 2012, the series consists of Cowboy Blue and Cowboy Hearts and should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the character development and plot progression. The books work together to create a cohesive narrative arc within the ranch setting.
Start with Cowboy Blue and read in order.
Start this series with Cowboy Blue
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Midnight Cowboys Series
Complete3 books (2015–2016)
The Midnight Cowboys series is a complete romance trilogy set in a Western action and adventure setting, published between 2015 and 2016. All three books should be read in publication order, beginning with Midnight Ride, followed by Midnight Wrangler, and concluding with Midnight Heat. Cat Johnson's series combines romance with Western and action elements across its three installments.
Start with Midnight Ride and read in order.
Start this series with Midnight Ride
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Oklahoma Nights Series
Complete3 books (2013–2014)
The Oklahoma Nights series is a three-book contemporary romance series by Cat Johnson featuring Western and action-adventure themes. Published between 2013 and 2014, the complete series comprises One Night with a Cowboy, Two Times as Hot, and Three Weeks with a Bull Rider. These novels should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected stories of the characters. The series is now complete with all three installments available.
Start with One Night with a Cowboy and read in order.
Start this series with One Night with a Cowboy
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Red, Hot & Blue Series
Complete10 books (2006–2009)
The Red, Hot & Blue series is a complete collection of ten contemporary romance novels with western and action elements written by Cat Johnson. Published between 2006 and 2009, the series follows interconnected characters across small-town settings and military backgrounds. Readers should begin with Smalltown Heat and continue in publication order through BB Dalton to experience the full story arcs and character development intended by the author.
Start with Smalltown Heat, the first of 10 books in the Red, Hot & Blue series.
Start this series with Smalltown Heat
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SEALs in Paradise Series
Likely Complete44 books (2018–2022)
The SEALs in Paradise series is a collaborative romance collection featuring 44 books published between 2018 and 2022, written by Cat Johnson alongside multiple co-authors including Cynthia D'Alba, Parker Kincade, Becca Jameson, and others. The series alternates between standalone Hot SEAL installments and location-themed novellas, each exploring romantic stories centered around Navy SEALs and exotic settings. This likely complete series should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the interconnected narratives and character development across the diverse author contributions. Readers should begin with Hot SEAL, Black Coffee and progress through the alternating format of main entries and companion novellas.
Start with Hot SEAL, Black Coffee(By: Cynthia D'Alba), the first of 44 books in the SEALs in Paradise series.
Start this series with Hot SEAL, Black Coffee(By: Cynthia D'Alba)
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Sex, Lies & Wedding Cake Series
Complete3 books (2009–2012)
Cat Johnson's Sex, Lies & Wedding Cake trilogy is a complete romance series that spans from 2009 to 2012, blending Western and action elements throughout its three installments. The series consists of Gillian's Island, Private Lies, and New Orleans, which should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the connected narrative. All three books are now available, making this an ideal series for readers seeking a finished story arc in the Western romance genre.
Start with Gillian's Island and read in order.
Start this series with Gillian's Island
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Likely Complete17 books (2021–2022)
The Shadow SEALs series is a multi-author romance collection featuring military operatives and action-packed adventures, published between 2021 and 2022. Comprising 17 books written by Cat Johnson alongside numerous collaborating authors including Elle James, Becca Jameson, Sharon Hamilton, and others, this series appears to be complete. Readers should begin with Shadow Assassin and progress through the releases in publication order to experience the full narrative arc of these interconnected romantic and suspenseful tales.
Start with Shadow Assassin(By: Elle James), the first of 17 books in the Shadow SEALs series.
Start this series with Shadow Assassin(By: Elle James)
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete3 books (2011–2018)
Cat Johnson's complete short story collection spans from 2011 to 2018 across three standalone novellas blending romance with western and action-adventure elements. The Ex Files, Beneath the Surface, and Longhorn Linebacker should be read in publication order, beginning with The Ex Files. While each novella can be enjoyed independently, following the release sequence provides the intended reading experience for this finished series.
Start with The Ex Files and read in order.
Start this series with The Ex Files
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleShort Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2006–2006)
Silver SEALs Series
Complete12 books (2018–2019)
The Silver SEALs is a completed 12-book romance series published between 2018 and 2019, written by multiple authors collaborating within a shared world. Each book follows a different Navy SEAL character and his romance, with titles including SEAL Strong, SEAL Forever, SEAL Hard, and SEAL Sign, Seal and Deliver. The series should be read in publication order to experience the interconnected stories and character development across all twelve installments.
Start with SEAL Strong, the first of 12 books in the Silver SEALs series.
Start this series with SEAL Strong
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Smalltown Secrets Series
Likely Complete8 books (2019–2021)
Cat Johnson's Smalltown Secrets is a romance series set in a western action and adventure setting, comprising eight books published between 2019 and 2021. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Kissing Books and continuing through Dog Days. Each installment builds on the interconnected stories established in the earlier entries.
Start with Kissing Books, the first of 8 books in the Smalltown Secrets series.
Start this series with Kissing Books
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete5 books (2008–2018)
Cat Johnson's five standalone romance novels span from 2008 to 2018, each offering independent stories that can be enjoyed in any order. Reading them in publication order—beginning with Rough Stock and concluding with The Billionaire's Fake Fiancee—provides the best experience of Johnson's evolving voice across Western, action-adventure, and contemporary romance themes. The series is now complete.
Start with Rough Stock, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Rough Stock
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Studs in Spurs Series
Complete9 books (2009–2015)
The Studs in Spurs series comprises nine western romance novels published between 2009 and 2015, now complete. These action-filled books should be read in publication order, beginning with Unridden and continuing through Bucked, Ride, Hooked, Flanked, Champion, Thrown, Spurred, and concluding with Wrecked. Each installment builds on the stories and relationships established in previous entries, making sequential reading essential for following the series' narrative arc.
Start with Unridden, the first of 9 books in the Studs in Spurs series.
Start this series with Unridden
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The Long Road Home Series
Ongoing25 books (2021–2025)
The Long Road Home is an ongoing romance and western action series featuring 25 books published between 2021 and 2025. This collaborative series includes contributions from multiple authors including Abbie Zanders, Caitlyn O'Leary, Maryann Jordan, and Kris Michaels. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Finding Home to experience the complete narrative arc as intended.
Start with Finding Home(By: Abbie Zanders), the first of 25 books in the The Long Road Home series.
Start this series with Finding Home(By: Abbie Zanders)
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The Trilogy Series
Complete4 books (2006–2007)
Cat Johnson's The Trilogy is a completed four-book western romance series published between 2006 and 2007. Despite its misleading title, the series contains four full novels rather than three. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Black Cat, followed by Nice & Naughty, Opposites Attract, and Just Desserts for the intended narrative experience.
Start with Black Cat, the first of 4 books in the The Trilogy series.
Start this series with Black Cat
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USMC Military Romance Series
Complete2 books (2008–2013)
This complete two-book military romance series by Cat Johnson follows characters connected to the US Marine Corps and spans from 2008 to 2013. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Crossing the Line followed by Cinderella Liberty, as later entries build on earlier narratives. The series blends romance with action and adventure elements set against military backgrounds.
Start with Crossing the Line and read in order.
Start this series with Crossing the Line
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Wilder Brothers Series
Likely Complete4 books (2022–2023)
The Wilder Brothers series by Cat Johnson consists of four contemporary romance novels published between 2022 and 2023. Each book follows a different brother and can be read as a standalone, though reading in publication order—starting with Between a Rock and a Hard Cowboy—provides the richest experience of the family dynamics. The series appears to be complete, with all four entries following the pattern of cowboys finding love across various circumstances and settings.
Start with Between a Rock and a Hard Cowboy, the first of 4 books in the Wilder Brothers series.
Start this series with Between a Rock and a Hard Cowboy
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleFrequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Cat Johnson written?
- Cat Johnson has written 363 books across 25 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Cat Johnson series?
- Here are the first books in Cat Johnson's series: Anthologies: Love's Immortal Pantheon; Betting On Christmas Collection: All I Want for Christmas Is Her(By: Harper Cross); Billionaire Bad Boys: Cat Haus; Cocky Hero Club: Arrogant Arrival(By: Gail Haris); Graveyard Secrets: Cadaver Lab.
- What order should I read Cat Johnson's books?
- We recommend reading Cat Johnson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Cat Johnson still writing new books?
- Yes, Cat Johnson has 3 ongoing series: Cocky Hero Club, Graveyard Secrets, The Long Road Home.