Welcome to my corner of dark, unapologetic romance.
I'm J.L. Beck, and if you're here, you already know my stories are anything but soft. I write about heroes who are willing to break all the rules, cross any line, and do whatever it takes to claim what's theirs. My world is filled with passion, suspense, darkness—and yes, lots of steam. But don't be fooled by the shadows; my books always deliver that happily ever after you crave.
Since I started this wild writing journey in 2014, I’ve pushed boundaries, created unforgettable characters, and left readers breathless with every twist and turn. Each story holds your favorite tropes but with an edge that makes them completely mine.
So dive in, explore my online store, and find your next dark obsession. You might just lose track of time—but that’s exactly how I like it.
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Fun Facts About Me!
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I'm both an author and literary agent. I think understanding what it takes to be an author sets me apart from other agents, and gives me a better connection with my clients.
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I do not read overly hyped books (not because I won't) but because the hype sets me up for failure and then I end up feeling let down so I've learned to just wait it out.
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I had no plans to become an author. I was trying to finish up my business degree when I jokingly told my husband I should write a book, now here we are!
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Writing comes very easy for me. It's the editing that takes FOREVER. Oh and I would love to write a small-town romance someday.
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Fall is my favorite season, and Halloween is my favorite holiday. My two favorite movies are Forrest Gump, and The Nightmare Before Christmas.
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I married my high school sweetheart. We've been married for thirteen years and he doesn't even mind that sarcasm is my second language.
