
Mary Balogh
21 SeriesMary Balogh, a Welsh-Canadian author, is renowned for her historical fiction series including Dark Angel, Bedwyn Family, and Survivor’s Club, set during the Regency and Georgian periods. Born Mary Jenkins in Swansea, Wales, she moved to Canada after university and began writing 16 years later. Balogh's novels often feature female leads from lower social classes, diverging from the traditional "lady-like" archetype.
Mary Balogh's anthology series features a collection of Regency-themed stories across multiple volumes. Each volume, such as "A Regency Christmas" and "A Regency Valentine," includes contributions from various authors like Sandra Heath, Edith Layton, and Carla Kelly. The stories span different festive themes, including Christmas and Valentine's Day. Notable contributors across the series also include Mary Jo Putney, Emma Lange, and Sheila Walsh. Each anthology offers a unique blend of romance and holiday spirit, appealing to fans of Regency romance.