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Glory, NC
The Glory, NC series by Karen Hawkins has 2 books and is best read in publication order, starting with Talk of the Town (2008).
- Books
- 2 books
- First published
- 2008
- Status
- completed
- Last checked
Start here: Talk of the Town (2008) — then read straight through in publication order.
Reading order
The order the books were released — the default way to read the series.
- Book 1:
Talk of the Town
Alternative text for cover: Cover of Talk of the Town - Book 2:
Lois Lane Tells All
Alternative text for cover: Cover of Lois Lane Tells All
About the Glory, NC series
Glory, NC is Karen Hawkins' two-book contemporary romance duology set in a small fictional North Carolina newspaper town, marking her first venture into contemporary romance after building her reputation on Regency and Victorian historical fiction. Talk of the Town (2008) follows a small-town newspaper reporter whose investigation collides with romance, and Lois Lane Tells All (2010) continues the series through Susan Collins, an aspiring reporter drawn into a murder-mystery plot cooked up by a trio of enterprising retirees at the local assisted-living center.
The series is sometimes marketed under the title of its first book, Talk of the Town, but Goodreads and most retailers group both books under the Glory, NC series name, reflecting the shared small-town newspaper setting that connects them.
Frequently asked questions
How many books are in the Glory, NC series?
Two: Talk of the Town (2008) and Lois Lane Tells All (2010).
Is Glory, NC also called the Talk of the Town series?
Yes -- it's sometimes marketed under the title of its first book, Talk of the Town, though Goodreads and most retailers use the Glory, NC series name.
Is Glory, NC a departure from Karen Hawkins' usual historical romance?
Yes -- it was Hawkins' first contemporary romance series, set in a small-town newspaper setting rather than her usual Regency or Victorian period.
Do I need to read Talk of the Town before Lois Lane Tells All?
It isn't strictly required, but Talk of the Town introduces the small town of Glory and some recurring characters that carry into the sequel.
Is a third Glory, NC book planned?
None has been announced as of August 2026.
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