The Cock Kingman Books in Order
About The Cock Kingman series
Series Premise
At its heart, The Cocky Kingmans revolves around the Kingman family's journey through love and life, with each installment focusing on one sibling (primarily the brothers) as they navigate romantic entanglements amid their deep involvement in professional football. The core premise is built on classic romance tropes executed with fresh twists: fake relationships, friends-to-lovers, forced proximity, and opposites-attract scenarios. These are often complicated by family meddling, career pressures, and unexpected animal sidekicks that tie into the series' punny titles (e.g., roosters, cats, donkeys, and goats symbolizing the "cocky" theme in cheeky, lighthearted ways).
The overarching narrative emphasizes personal growth, particularly for the heroines, who are plus-size women learning to embrace their worth in a world that often undervalues them. The Kingman men, cocky and successful on the field, are humbled off it, discovering that true love requires vulnerability and support. Themes of found family, resilience after loss, and balancing fame with personal happiness weave through the books. For instance, the series explores how the siblings' shared grief over their mother's death strengthens their bonds, while their father's influence instills a drive for excellence in sports. Each story delivers a happily-ever-after, but not without tackling real issues like body image, burnout, anxiety, and toxic relationships. The premise evolves across the books, building a interconnected world where previous couples appear in supporting roles, creating a sense of continuity and community that rewards binge-reading.
Main Characters
The Kingman family is the beating heart of the series, a wealthy, football-obsessed clan with seven brothers—Chris, Declan, Jude, Everett, Flynn, Gage, and the unnamed "bad boy" seventh—and their sister (implied but not central). Their father, a no-nonsense coach, provides guidance, while the absent mother's memory looms as a unifying force. Supporting characters like agents, teammates, and quirky pets (often emotional support animals) add layers of humor and conflict.
- Book 1: The Cck Down the Block – Chris Kingman, the star quarterback of the Denver Riggers, is cocky yet loyal, harboring a long-time crush on his best friend. Tegan, a curvy librarian with a v-card intact, is adorkable and resilient, having faced bullying. Their friends-to-lovers arc involves a fake date to her reunion, complicated by Chris's rooster, Luke Pecker, leading to self-discovery and steamy revelations.
- Book 2: The Wiener Across the Way – Declan Kingman, dubbed the NFL's meanest player, is grumpy and protective, struggling with his reputation. Kelsey Best, America's pop sweetheart and plus-size icon, is sunshiny but on the verge of burnout after a public breakup. Their fake showmance for PR turns real amid media frenzy, with Declan's cinnamon-roll heart shining through as he supports Kelsey's career and self-love journey.
- Book 3: The Pssy Next Door – The unnamed rookie running back (likely Jude Kingman) is focused and disciplined, new to romance but determined. His neighbor, a free-spirited curvy woman with an emotional support Kindle and a cat, is independent and anti-commitment. Opposites attract when her cat brings them together, navigating family interference from her twin brother and his football demands for a swoony, banter-filled romance.
- Book 4: The Anaconda Downstairs – Everett Kingman (inferred), a playboy who can charm anyone, faces forbidden fruit in Penelope, his brother's fiancée's best friend—curvy, sassy, and seeking love lessons. Their slow-burn dynamic flips his expertise on its head, with an escaped anaconda adding chaos, leading to growth in self-worth and defying family boundaries.
- Book 5: The Jackss in Class – Flynn Kingman, a senior college football player with a no-girlfriends rule, is charming but focused on the draft. Tempest Navarro, a curvy romance novelist hiding her talents and anxiety (plus a baby donkey), clashes with him in class. Forced tutoring sparks attraction, with meddling siblings and the donkey conspiring for their HEA.
- Book 6: The Goat in the Bedroom – Gage Kingman (inferred), a rookie pro player, pines for his bisexual best friend and roommate, Artemis, an Olympic rugby hopeful recovering from breakups. Their "dating lessons" reveal mutual idiocy in love, with pet goats, a documentary crew, and family interventions pushing them toward confession.
- Book 7: The Tiger in the Sack – The final, "bad boy" brother promises a rebellious twist on the Kingman formula, with details forthcoming, but expect intense romance and family closure.
Setting
The series is primarily set in Thornminster, Colorado, a fictional town that blends small-town charm with big-city energy, serving as a stand-in for the Denver area. Home to the Denver Riggers, the professional NFL team where several Kingman brothers play, Thornminster provides a backdrop of snowy mountains, bustling campuses, and cozy neighborhoods that enhance the romantic atmospheres. The Kingman family estate, a sprawling home filled with siblings and pets, acts as a central hub for gatherings, meddling, and heartfelt moments, evoking a sense of warmth amid Colorado's crisp, seasonal weather—think snowstorms trapping couples together or autumn games under stadium lights.
Beyond the family home, settings vary by book: high school reunions in nostalgic venues, pop concert tours across cities, college campuses with sorority houses, and even Olympic training facilities. The football world is vividly portrayed, with locker room banter, high-pressure games, and media scrutiny adding realism to the sports romance angle. Thornminster's community feel contrasts with the glamour of fame, grounding the stories in relatable everyday life while allowing for escapist elements like luxurious family events or spontaneous road trips. This Colorado locale not only influences plot points (e.g., weather-induced proximity) but also symbolizes the characters' roots, reinforcing themes of home and belonging.
Tone & Themes
The tone of The Cocky Kingmans is predominantly upbeat, humorous, and steamy, with a spice level that escalates from mild to medium across the series (e.g., closed-door scenes in earlier books giving way to more explicit content later). Award infuses her writing with playful banter, self-deprecating humor, and pop culture references—think Taylor Swift nods in one book and Shakespearean debates in another—that keep the mood light even during emotional depths. The cheeky titles set a fun, irreverent vibe, using animal puns to hint at the heroes' "cocky" personalities while subverting expectations with sweet, supportive male leads who are often cinnamon rolls beneath their gruff exteriors.
Yet, the series isn't all fluff; it balances rom-com elements with sincere explorations of insecurity, grief, and empowerment. Readers often describe it as "feel-good" escapism that promotes body positivity without preachiness, making plus-size representation feel authentic and celebratory. The family interactions add warmth and chaos, evoking the ensemble feel of a sitcom, while the sports drama injects excitement and tension. Overall, the tone is empowering and optimistic, encouraging readers to root for characters who learn to love themselves as much as their partners, all wrapped in swoony romance that leaves you smiling.
The Cocky Kingmans stands out as a delightful series that combines sports excitement, family warmth, and empowering romance, appealing to fans of feel-good stories with depth. Amy Award masterfully creates a world where cocky athletes meet their matches in curvy, capable women, delivering laughs, steam, and inspiration along the way. With its body-positive message and interconnected narratives, the series invites readers to wish they were part of the Kingman clan. As it wraps up, it leaves a legacy of happily-ever-afters that celebrate love in all its forms—proving that even the cockiest hearts can find home. Whether you're drawn to the puns, the passion, or the positivity, this series is a touchdown for romance enthusiasts.
FAQ
9 books total: 7 main + 2 extra stories
No new book in the series is currently scheduled. The latest book, The Tiger in the Sack, was published in May 2026.
The Tiger in the Sack was published in May 2026.
The first book in the series is The C*ck Down the Block, published in January 2023.
The series primarily falls into the Contemporary Romance genre.
At its heart, The Cocky Kingmans revolves around the Kingman family's journey through love and life, with each installment focusing on one sibling (primarily the brothers) as they navigate romantic entanglements amid their deep involvement in professional football. The core premise is built on classic romance tropes executed with fresh twists: fake relationships, friends-to-lovers, forced proximity, and opposites-attract scenarios. These are often complicated by family meddling, career pressures, and unexpected animal sidekicks that tie into the series' punny titles (e.g., roosters, cats, donkeys, and goats symbolizing the "cocky" theme in cheeky, lighthearted ways). The overarching narrative emphasizes personal growth, particularly for the heroines, who are plus-size women learning to embrace their worth in a world that often undervalues them. The Kingman men, cocky and successful on the field, are humbled off it, discovering that true love requires vulnerability and support. Themes of found family, resilience after loss, and balancing fame with personal happiness weave through the books. For instance, the series explores how the siblings' shared grief over their mother's death strengthens their bonds, while their father's influence instills a drive for excellence in sports. Each story delivers a happily-ever-after, but not without tackling real issues like body image, burnout, anxiety, and toxic relationships. The premise evolves across the books, building a interconnected world where previous couples appear in supporting roles, creating a sense of continuity and community that rewards binge-reading.
The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.