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She lost everyone… …her heartache keeps her distant. Reunited with a bully from her past. He had a crush on her in high school. Now they must work together on a new cutting-edge flight control system using her programming skills and his piloting experience. Can she let go of her resentment to see the man he has become? As Niki throws herself full tilt into the project, she heads for burn out. Kyle sees his opportunity to get on her good side. Is rescuing her the key to winning her heart? (Previously released under the title "Nickels".) A group of friends learn to rely on God’s ...

She’s rich. He’s poor. One unexpected moment brings them together—but will a single photograph unravel everything? Sawyer Fullerton is determined to rebuild his life, finding honest work as a handyman at Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort. With his golden retriever by his side and a mentor guiding him toward redemption, he dares to dream of a future where he’s no longer defined by his past. Cara Hollis longs to pursue her passion for photography, free from the suffocating control of her wealthy parents. She’s building a life on her own terms—one snapshot at a time—displaying her work...

She’s pregnant with a child that isn’t hers. He can’t stop himself from falling for her. But will the truth pull them apart—or bring them closer? Renata Vargas never expected surrogacy to unravel her heart. But as the baby grows, so does the unbearable ache of knowing she’ll have to say goodbye. The last thing she needs is more complications—especially in the form of a rugged, charming rancher who’s slowly dismantling her defenses. Gabe Braxton came to Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort with one mission: learn the ropes of resort hospitality and help save his family’s struggling ...

Love is in the air at the Vargas Guest Ranch & Resort near Wickenburg, Arizona. The Vargas family lives and breathes their family motto: We do not deviate from the Lord’s plan. Five brawny brothers and their two cousins keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary Christian cowboy romance series. Book 4: Falling for a Smart Cowboy – Devon & Raina She’s devoted to giving orphaned children hope. He’s determined to leave the ranch behind. Will buried secrets break their hearts—or bind them forever? Book 5: Falling for a Humbug Cowboy – ...

He lost everything. She saved his life. Can love heal what the past has broken? Widowed and weary, Rebecca Elliot journeys west to Prescott, Arizona, clinging to hope and her young son. But one tragic moment changes everything, forcing her to confront the pain she thought she’d left behind. Perry Quinn has nothing left but anger. When revenge calls, he’s ready to answer until Rebecca’s quiet strength and unwavering faith stir something long buried. Together, they must face the trials of the frontier, the wounds of the past, and the possibility of love reborn. A sweeping Christian ...

She’s a walking bundle of Christmas cheer. He’s a cowboy nursing a heart weighed down by grief. Can her boundless holiday spirit thaw his frosty demeanor before the season is over? Reeling from the fallout of a life-altering family secret, Drake Vargas is in no mood for the Christmas season. His signature scowl and icy attitude make him the ultimate Grinch of Vargas Ranch, and the last thing he wants is to deal with his annoyingly cheerful new barista. Candi Kaine lives and breathes Christmas magic. Armed with a relentless optimism and a mission to spread joy, she’s ready to take on ...

Buried secrets. Lost stories. A legacy waiting to be uncovered. As Vargas Ranch prepares to celebrate eighty years, Devon Vargas embarks on a search for his family’s true beginnings. But what starts as a simple dive into history soon unearths long-buried truths—pieces of a past tied to the founding couple, Dalton Sr. and Maria Vargas. For Tres Vargas, these revelations collide with his own struggles, forcing him to reckon with the weight of faith, redemption, and the ties that bind generations together. As father and son piece together the letters, records, and hidden stories of their ...

Happily ever after… ...wasn’t as easy as they thought. A Trouble in Paradise, Second Chance Christian Romance Seven months after their wedding, resentment and bitterness crept into their marriage. As they head to Hawaii for their postponed honeymoon, will Dalton and River mend the cracks in their marriage? Or will bizarre circumstances drive them further apart? Will a chance encounter turn them toward God and reconciliation? Join Dalton and River Vargas on their honeymoon trip of a lifetime. A sequel novella to Falling for a Real Cowboy (Vargas Ranch Book 1) by Karen Baney. Love is in ...

She’s chasing redemption. He’s running from love. Can faith bridge the divide between them? Dalton J. Vargas IV has one rule—never let emotions interfere with business. Love has only ever been a distraction, and with his father retiring early, the weight of his family’s multi-million-dollar guest ranch near Wickenburg, Arizona, now rests solely on his shoulders. But when a big-city romance author arrives, determined to unravel the cowboy way of life, Dalton’s carefully structured world is thrown into turmoil. River Sloane is desperate for a second chance. After her latest romance ...

The man of my dreams is still in love with my sister, his ex-fiancée. By 1894, he’d had enough time to forget about my older sister and start noticing me. He reminds me so much of Papa. A man with a strong faith in God. A horse trainer. All my efforts, like baking extra treats just for him, have yielded no results. A surprise encounter one evening gives him the opportunity to save my life. I sensed something change between us. Is it foolish to hope he might someday love me? Previously released under the title “Dory’s Desire.” Includes an excerpt from A Heart Renewed by Karen Baney

She’s a single mom rebuilding her life. He’s the shy cowboy who’s loved her from afar. Can faith, love, and a little courage heal their wounded hearts? Dylan Vargas has always been quiet, keeping his emotions buried deep—especially his longtime crush on Brisa Franco. While working the horses at his family’s ranch near Wickenburg, Arizona, his best friend Adan takes matters into his own hands, signing Dylan up for an online dating service. But as Dylan hesitantly scrolls through profiles, one familiar face stops him cold—Brisa. His childhood dream. His best friend’s sister. His...

Unbelievable! After all this time… Last fall, my closest friend moved to work at his father’s ranch. Despite eight months of silence from him, I finally gave in and agreed to marry the man my father thought was the ideal son-in-law and business partner. My best friend reappeared, disrupting my upcoming wedding to a different man and turning my life upside down. I can’t ignore the depth of my feelings for him, regardless of how mad I am. His confession came as a shock, and I wasn’t ready to forgive him, especially after we were stranded miles from the ranch overnight. Should I marry ...

One moment of weakness. One chance at redemption. Single mom Kelly Sutton thought she had left her past struggles behind, but starting over in Arizona brings them rushing back. Determined to rebuild her life near her daughter’s father, Kelly is blindsided when panic attacks threaten to unravel her carefully laid plans. In her darkest moment, help comes from an unexpected source—Matt Dixon, the kind yet overburdened roommate of her ex. For Matt, juggling a demanding career, seminary classes, and an internship at church leaves little room for distractions. But when Kelly’s vulnerability...

Would God ever answer my prayer? As Christmas 1886 neared, I was losing hope of finding my soulmate. My twentieth birthday came and went, leaving me dangerously close to spinsterhood. I fixated on a few rare qualities, but God parted the Red Sea. I’m sure He could arrange the perfect match for me. That’s when I met him. His woodworking shop was bursting at the seams with last-minute Christmas orders. Overwhelmed, I wondered if he would even notice me. Will my chance of finding true love become lost in the rush of the Christmas season? Formerly released under the title “Caty’s ...