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Surprise Guardian Trope from Jill Kemerer & a giveaway
Today's clearly Christian western romance author is someone who I've enjoyed getting to know a little over the last few years. I first...
Karen Baney
Feb 282 min read

5 Tips for Writing Engaging Book Reviews
If you've followed my blog or newsletter for any length of time, you know that I like to write reviews of the books I'm reading. Sometime...
Karen Baney
Feb 234 min read


When did Adan first notice Solana?
Karen: Today, my guest is Adan Franco, the famous pro bull rider turned wrangler from Falling for a Devoted Cowgirl . Thanks for joining...
Karen Baney
Feb 213 min read


Clean & Wholesome Heat Levels
I love this helpful guide from The Writing Gals about the different heat levels for Clean & Wholesome Romance (also Christian Romance,...
Karen Baney
Feb 91 min read


What does Solana Vargas really think about Adan Franco?
Karen: Today, my guest is Solana Vargas, the devoted cowgirl from Falling for a Devoted Cowgirl . Thanks for joining us. Solana: Thanks...
Karen Baney
Feb 73 min read

Amnesia and nail-biting suspense from Tina Wheeler & a giveaway
Giveaway | Ambush on the Ranch by Tina Wheeler | Amnesia and nail-biting suspense...
Karen Baney
Jan 302 min read

The First Arizona Governor's Mansion
In my Prescott Pioneers Series and Desert Manna Series , I mention the Governor's Mansion in Prescott, AZ. Here's more of the history...
Karen Baney
Jan 192 min read


Solana Volunteers for a Road Trip
In this excerpt from Falling for a Devoted Cowgirl , Solana Vargas just learned Adan has a surprise son and why he only found out now....
Karen Baney
Jan 174 min read


Falling for a Devoted Cowgirl - Chapter 1
1 __________ “Adan Franco?” Adan heard the unfamiliar man’s voice behind him. Without looking up from picking Pansy’s hoof, he...
Karen Baney
Jan 515 min read

New Year's Resolutions?
As we welcome in 2025, I must confess, I strongly dislike New Year's resolutions. Why? I'm a firm believer in setting goals and making...
Karen Baney
Jan 12 min read


Giveaway & Review: Tis the Time Tis the Season by Chris Posti
About the Book Book: ’Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season Series: Next Act Series: Book Three Author: Chris Posti Genre: Women’s Fiction...
Karen Baney
Nov 30, 20243 min read

Always and Forever, Elizabeth by Emily Dana Botrous
About the Book Book: Always and Forever, Elizabeth Series: Scripted Love Book 4 Author: Emily Dana Botrous Genre: Christian Romance...
Karen Baney
Nov 27, 20244 min read


In Love with the Horse Trainer - Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Larson Stables Near Prescott, Arizona Territory February 14, 1894 Dory Midnight. As I shrugged my coat over my nightgown,...
Karen Baney
Nov 16, 20243 min read


In Love with the Rancher - Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Larson Stables Near Prescott, Arizona Territory February 14, 1893 Penny “Dory, I don’t feel up to it,” I said as I rolled over...
Karen Baney
Nov 16, 20242 min read


In Love at Christmas - Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Larson Stables Near Prescott, Arizona Territory September 21, 1886 Caty “Caty, wake up.” I groaned and rolled over. “Come on.”...
Karen Baney
Nov 16, 20243 min read

Larson Sisters Series
Just in time for the holiday season! Pick up this three book novella historical romance series from author Karen Baney. Larson Sisters...
Karen Baney
Nov 16, 20241 min read


Giveaway & Review: Unassailable by K.J. Rowe
About the Book Book: Unassailable Author: K.J. Rowe Genre: Teen/Young Adult Release date: June 18, 2024 To be picture perfect on the...
Karen Baney
Nov 16, 20243 min read


Giveaway & Review: Jackson's Fall by Carole Brown
About the Book Book: Jackson’s Fall (Troubles in the West Book Three) Author: Carole Brown Genre: Western Romantic Suspense Release date:...
Karen Baney
Nov 9, 20243 min read


My Barista Story IRL
In Falling for a Humbug Cowboy , Drake Vargas runs the dining hall and coffee shop at his family’s guest ranch & resort. The day after...
Karen Baney
Nov 2, 20243 min read

Vargas Ranch Book Tour
Follow along with the tour to read reviews, learn more about the Vargas Ranch Series, and for a chance to win a signed copy and a gift...
Karen Baney
Oct 28, 20241 min read
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