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Order of Linda Howard Books
Born as Linda S. Howington on August 3, 1950, in Alabama, United States, Linda Howard did not grow up in the shadow of fame or literary lineage—she carved out her legacy with grit, heat, and an unapologetically bold imagination. The Southern charm may lace her interviews and hometown roots, but don't be fooled—her books are firestorms of passion, mystery, and adrenaline-pumping suspense. With her characters often entangled in high-stakes situations where love is both a weapon and a shield, Howard became one of the most beloved authors in the realm of romantic suspense and thrillers.
She attended Gadsden State Junior College in Alabama, but her real education came from years of reading, dreaming, and ultimately writing stories that dared to blend intimacy with danger. Before she became a household name, she worked at a trucking company, quietly penning stories in her spare time. Those early manuscripts—never published—would later evolve into the explosive narratives we now recognize in her classics.
In 1980, she stepped into the professional world of publishing with All That Glitters, written under the pseudonym Linda Howington. But it wasn’t until the release of her breakout romantic suspense thrillers like Dream Man (1995) and Mr. Perfect (2000) that readers across the globe took notice. These weren’t just romances—they were edge-of-your-seat thrillers wrapped in the tension of love and danger. Her knack for writing alpha heroes who are both dangerous and irresistibly tender, paired with fierce heroines who never wait to be rescued, earned her a fiercely loyal readership.
With more than 50 novels under her belt, many of which have made it to the New York Times Best Seller list, Linda Howard is known for titles like Open Season, Kill and Tell, Now You See Her, and the Raintree trilogy (which she co-authored). Her books often take place in southern or rural settings, where the small-town vibes contrast explosively with chilling mysteries and high-octane plots.
Howard’s talent has earned her multiple accolades, including the Romantic Times Lifetime Achievement Award and numerous RITA Awards. She has served as a charter member of Romance Writers of America, helping to shape the genre and support upcoming talent.
She lives with her husband, Gary Howington, to whom she’s been married since the age of 20, in Alabama, on a farm surrounded by the peace and quiet she trades for chaos and thrill in her stories. Though she’s known for being private, Linda’s readers know her through her pages—each novel is a piece of her soul wrapped in romantic tension, gunfire, and whispered confessions.
Linda Howard is very much alive, and while she’s slowed down her publishing in recent years, her stories continue to blaze across the bookshelves and e-readers of fans who crave danger wrapped in desire.
Whether you're new to her work or a longtime devotee, entering Linda Howard’s world means one thing: you'll fall in love, but not without risking your life—or your heart.
Publication Order of Series Books
Publication Order of Blair Mallory
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| To Die For | 2004 | Amazon |
| Drop Dead Gorgeous | 2006 | Amazon |
Publication Order of CIA's Spies/John Medina
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| Kill and Tell | 1998 | Amazon |
| All the Queen's Men | 1999 | Amazon |
| Kiss Me While I Sleep | 2004 | Amazon |
Publication Order of Mackenzie Family
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| Mackenzie's Mountain | 1989 | Amazon |
| Mackenzie's Mission | 1992 | Amazon |
| Mackenzie's Pleasure | 1996 | Amazon |
| Mackenzie's Magic | 1996 | Amazon |
| A Game of Chance | 2000 | Amazon |
Publication Order of Raintree Trilogy
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| Inferno | 2007 | Amazon |
| Haunted (with Linda Winstead Jones) | 2007 | Amazon |
| Sanctuary (by Beverly Barton) | 2007 | Amazon |
| Oracle (by Linda Winstead Jones) | 2015 | Amazon |
Publication Order of Rescues
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight Rainbow | 1986 | Amazon |
| Diamond Bay | 1987 | Amazon |
| Heartbreaker | 1987 | Amazon |
| White Lies | 1988 | Amazon |
| Trouble | 2010 | Amazon |
Publication Order of Sarah
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| Almost Forever | 1986 | Amazon |
| Bluebird Winter | 1987 | Amazon |
Publication Order of Western Ladies
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| A Lady of the West | 1990 | Amazon |
| Angel Creek | 1991 | Amazon |
| The Touch of Fire | 1992 | Amazon |
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
| Title | Year | Amazon Links |
|---|---|---|
| The Woman Left Behind | 2018 | Amazon |
| Ice | 2011 | Amazon |
| Prey | 2011 | Amazon |
| Veil of Night | 2010 | Amazon |
| At His Mercy | 2008 | Amazon |
| Burn | 2008 | Amazon |
| Death Angel | 2008 | Amazon |
| Up Close and Dangerous | 2007 | Amazon |
| Troublemaker | 2007 | Amazon |
| Cover of Night | 2006 | Amazon |
| Killing Time | 2005 | Amazon |
| Cry No More | 2003 | Amazon |
| Dying To Please | 2002 | Amazon |
| Strangers in the Night | 2001 | Amazon |
| Open Season | 2001 | Amazon |
| Mr. Perfect | 2000 | Amazon |
| Blue Moon | 1999 | Amazon |
| Now You See Her | 1998 | Amazon |
| Son of the Morning | 1997 | Amazon |
| Shades of Twilight | 1996 | Amazon |
| After the Night | 1995 | Amazon |
| Lake of Dreams | 1995 | Amazon |
| Dream Man | 1994 | Amazon |
| Heart of Fire | 1993 | Amazon |
| Overload | 1993 | Amazon |
| The Way Home | 1991 | Amazon |
| Sarah's Child | 1985 | Amazon |
| The Cutting Edge | 1985 | Amazon |
| Tears of the Renegade | 1985 | Amazon |
| Come Lie with Me | 1984 | Amazon |
| Against the Rules | 1983 | Amazon |
| An Independent Wife | 1982 | Amazon |
| All That Glitters | 1982 | Amazon |