Best Selling Books by Karen Baney

She’s ready to say “yes.” He’s terrified to ask. Sydney Steele has finally found where she belongs—at Vargas Ranch, with a career she loves, friends who feel like family, and a faith community that grounds her. After more than a year with Cole, she’s certain he’s the man God has chosen for her. But on her thirtieth birthday, with her heart aching for a future that still hasn’t begun, she wonders if waiting for him means losing the life she’s dreamed of. Cole Gregory has the ring. He has the plan. He even has the perfect words. But every time he’s about to propose, fear wins. Hidden in his past is a secret he swore he’d never reveal—a failure that makes him certain he''ll only hurt her the way he once hurt another. As Sydney begins to pull away, Cole faces the hardest choice of his life: protect his secret and lose the woman he loves, or risk everything by telling her the truth. Will he find the courage to be fully known before it’s too late? And if he can’t, will she have the strength to walk away? A tender, faith-filled romance about buried secrets, the courage to be fully known, and the God who makes a way through the wilderness of fear.

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 sparks something deeper in him, his perfectly organized life takes a sudden turn. Can he find space in his heart for love without sacrificing his calling? And can Kelly trust herself—and Matt—enough to embrace a second chance at happiness? This tender Christian Contemporary Romance explores themes of faith, resilience, and the courage to love. Will Kelly and Matt find their way to each other—or will their dreams pull them apart?

One dream bled out in the desert. God breathed life into a new one. Arizona Territory — July 1863 Hannah Anderson clutches her husband''s hand as their wagon creaks toward the wild promise of the frontier. Every mile west strips away comfort and certainty. Threats chisel away at one dream after another, threatening the foundation of her faith. Will Colter loses everything—the life he spent decades building. Now stretched thin, he drives cattle through punishing terrain toward a new home, each mile mounting with loss. The dream of starting over feels more like survival than second chances. In the raw, untamed town of Prescott, two battle-worn hearts cross paths. Forged by hardship and tested by fire, they''ll discover dreams neither dared imagine—and a plan only God could script. Inspired by firsthand historical accounts and grounded in richly woven history, A Dream Unfolding launches the Prescott Pioneers series with soul and spirit. When the wilderness shatters what they once prayed for, Hannah and Will find the courage to embrace what they were truly meant to build.

He never gets the girl. She rebuffs every suitor. Stranded together, will they find love—or will danger tear them apart? Grace Talbert has never been one to follow expectations. No matter how many suitors her father handpicks, she longs for a love that sets her heart ablaze, not a cold arrangement of convenience. Her passion lies in her work with the Women’s Aid Society, where she fights tirelessly for the poor and the Indians. But when a mission to deliver goods to a remote reservation goes awry, Grace finds herself stranded in the wilderness—face-to-face with a man who challenges everything she thought she wanted. Joshua Harrison knows what it feels like to fail—at love, at life, at being enough. Returning to Prescott with the orphaned daughter of a fallen friend, he hopes to build a promising future for his daughter. But his heart remains guarded after two failed romances, and raising a child alone is a responsibility he feels woefully unfit for. When a twist of fate leaves him stranded with Grace Talbert, her fiery spirit sparks something deep within him. Yet Joshua fears that trusting her with his heart may lead to heartbreak once again. As the Arizona frontier reveals its untamed beauty and unrelenting dangers, Grace and Joshua must rely on their wits and faith to survive. Together, they’ll face trials that could shatter their resolve or forge an unbreakable bond. Will they open their hearts to the love God has in store, or will fear and doubt rob them of a chance at love? Set against the breathtaking yet perilous backdrop of the 1870s Arizona Territory, this poignant Christian historical romance is a story of courage, faith, and the life-changing power of love.

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? You’ll love this contemporary Christian romance because of the witty banter and hope for second chances. Join Niki and Kyle in this sweet enemies-to-sweethearts romance. Previously released under the title "Nickels".

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 ancestors, they discover that legacy isn’t just about where you come from—it’s about the choices that shape the future. When the truth is finally laid bare, will it strengthen their family bonds—or unravel everything they thought they knew? A deeply moving family saga rooted in faith, honor, and the resilience of love, Falling for a Cowboy’s Legacy weaves past and present into an unforgettable story of redemption and trust.

Sometimes the richest veins of love lie buried beneath a shattered past. Prescott, Arizona Territory — April 1869 Millie Pritchett arrives in town with little more than a weathered valise and secrets too dangerous to unpack. Cast out by her father’s new wife, the thirty-seven-year-old spinster is determined to stay invisible. But working for Prescott’s most eligible bachelor upends everything, especially when her guarded heart begins to crack. Paul Lancaster built his family’s business with quiet sacrifice. At thirty-eight, the respected entrepreneur is still reeling from his mother’s remarriage and the threats looming over everything he’s worked for. Hiring Millie was a gesture of compassion. Falling for her? An unplanned risk. As Millie’s past claws closer and whispers swirl through town, Paul must decide what he’s willing to gamble—his reputation, his livelihood, and one last chance at love. Because some prospects are worth digging deep… even when the cost cuts to the bone. Hidden Prospects wraps up the Prescott Pioneers series with a soulful blaze of redemption, grit, and faith—proving that God''s timing never fails, even when it comes decades late.

Sometimes salvation rides in on a stolen horse and a prayer. Prescott, Arizona Territory — July 1864 Julia Colter refuses to surrender to her brother’s cruel schemes. When he forces her toward a soul-crushing marriage, she makes a desperate escape—unarmed, pursued, and out of options. Her only hope lies with someone she trusts: her best friend’s brother, Adam Larson. Adam was preparing to strike out on his own as a horse trainer in the Arizona Territory. But when Julia shows up broken and hunted, he makes a split-second decision—abandoning his plans and leaving under the cloak of night to shield a woman who never should’ve had to run. Their journey across hostile terrain demands trust, grit, and unshakable faith. And as betrayal shadows every step, they learn that the harshest wilderness isn’t the desert—it’s the courage to surrender what once felt safe and risk everything for healing. A Heart Renewed continues the Prescott Pioneers series with midnight escapes, fierce convictions, and love that dares to believe God can make all things new.

He’s running from his twin’s crimes. She’s haunted by the man who betrayed her. Can she open her heart to his identical twin? Shannon thought she’d buried the past—until she arrives at Vargas Ranch and sees the face of the man who shattered her trust. The man she swore she’d never forgive. Parker has spent his life paying for his brother''s sins. False accusations and shattered opportunities follow him everywhere—because no one sees the man behind the face. When Shannon mistakes him for his twin and has him arrested, his fragile fresh start shatters. Now forced to work together in the ranch’s equine therapy program, Shannon and Parker must navigate a tense enemies-to-friends journey. As they confront the pain of the past and the pull of unexpected attraction, trust becomes the hardest battle of all. She must learn to trust the man her heart keeps mistaking for the one who broke it. Parker must prove he''s not his brother before he loses his second chance at love. When the past collides with the present, can love build the bridge to healing and forgiveness? A heartfelt Christian romance about redemption, mistaken identity, and love that dares to heal. Her Mistaken Identity Cowboy will steal your heart.

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 keep the ranch and resort running while life lassos their hearts in this epic contemporary Christian cowboy romance series. Falling for a Real Cowboy (Book 1) She’s trying to resurrect her career. He’s sworn off women. Will this city-meets-country duo find love where they least expect it? Honeymoon with a Real Cowboy (bonus novella) Happily ever after wasn’t as easy as they thought. As they head to Hawaii for their postponed honeymoon, will Dalton and River mend the cracks in their marriage? Falling for a Shy Cowboy (Book 2) She’s a single mom with a disabled son. He’s been in love with her since high school. Will this shy cowboy finally win her heart? Falling for a Bossy Cowboy (Book 3) She’s famous and nearing the end of her career. He’s blunt, bossy, and downright annoying. Will these two find the perfect balance between truth and love?

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 novel flopped, her publisher insists she craft the one story she swore she’d never write—a modern-day cowboy romance. Sent to a sprawling dude ranch in the Arizona desert, River is tasked with learning the ways of ranching to resurrect her career. But when a rugged cowboy unexpectedly becomes both her muse and her greatest challenge, she finds herself at a crossroads between ambition and the pull of her own heart. As sparks fly and tensions mount, will River cling to the life she left behind, or will she surrender to love and the whispers of faith? And will Dalton risk opening his heart to something real, something lasting?

He lost everything. She saved his life. Can love heal what the past has broken? Rebecca Elliot has known devastation—first losing her husband in the flames of war, then fighting to protect her son in a world that offers little mercy. When her brother’s promise of a fresh start calls her to Prescott, Arizona, she embarks on the treacherous journey west. But life has one more trial waiting—a split-second tragedy that forces her to confront her past and her future in ways she never imagined. Will she find joy beyond the heartache, or will fear keep her from embracing what’s ahead? Perry Quinn thought he had made peace with his losses. Until the life he rebuilt is stripped away, leaving him with nothing but anger and unanswered questions. When revenge beckons, he is ready to surrender to its call. But then he meets Rebecca—a woman with unshakable faith and quiet strength, a woman who sees beyond his pain. Can he lay down his bitterness for something greater, or will vengeance consume him before love has a chance? Through trials, tragedy, and the unrelenting wilds of the Arizona Territory, Rebecca and Perry must fight for their faith, for their future, and for the love neither thought they''d find again. Set against the rugged beauty of the 1870s frontier, this sweeping Christian historical romance is a powerful testament to redemption, resilience, and the beauty God brings from the ashes.

A Prodigal Son, Surprise Baby Christian Historical Cowboy Romance. Compelling love story full of heartache and redemption set in Ash Fork, Arizona Territory in 1893-1894. Preston Colter felt like he was the forgotten son. Years of drinking and drifting finally catch up to him. When a near-death experience recharts the course of his life, he finds himself face-to-face with an old flame. Will he prove he is a new and different man, or will he fall back into his old destructive ways? Years ago, Hetty Clark made one bad choice to follow her attraction to a man she loved which led to the birth of her son out of wedlock. After she inherits her father’s ranch, an older man offers her security for her son’s future if she marries him. When the man from her past shows up on her doorstep, she is faced with a difficult decision. Will she choose a loveless proposal to secure her son’s future? Or will she risk her heart on a man she doesn’t believe has really changed?

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 – Drake & Candi She’s the happiest person he’s ever met. He’s in no mood for Christmas. Will holiday magic thaw his frosty heart before the season ends? Book 6: Falling for a Devoted Cowgirl – Solana & Adan They’ve secretly loved each other for years. He’s bound by doubts. She’s held back by fear. Can they finally take the leap and claim the love they’ve always dreamed of? Book 7: Falling for a Pregnant Cowgirl – Renata & Gabe 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? Novella: Falling for a Cowboy’s Legacy – Devon & Tres Buried Secrets. Lost stories. A legacy waiting to be uncovered. When the truth is finally laid bare, will it strengthen their family bonds—or unravel everything they thought they knew?

She’s a sports legend at a crossroads. He’s a cowboy with no filter. Can two opposites learn to trust, grow, and fight for love? When Derin Vargas trades his boots for the title of sports complex manager, he’s faced with new challenges—and a pro-tennis player who isn’t afraid to push back. Bossy and unrelenting, Derin’s honesty might just be the wake-up call Madison Moore needs as she fights to salvage her career. Madison Moore, a world-famous athlete grappling with the reality of an uncertain future, finds herself at Vargas Guest Ranch. The last thing she expects is a blunt cowboy whose unfiltered truths cut deep yet awaken her courage. In this heartwarming Christian romance, Derin and Madison’s journey is one of bold honesty and faith-driven growth. Will love lead them to find strength in vulnerability—and each other?

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? A clean, sweet Christian historical novella set in Prescott, Arizona Territory in 1886. Previously released under the title "Caty''s Craftsman". Includes an excerpt from Beauty for Ashes by Karen Baney.

Sweet Christian Historical Romance • Soulmates • Best Friends to Lovers • Love Triangle • Sibling Tension • Second Chances Three sisters. Three love stories. One unforgettable family legacy. Set in Prescott, Arizona Territory between 1886 and 1894, the Larson Sisters Series follows the daughters of Adam and Julia Larson (from the beloved Prescott Pioneers Series) as they navigate faith, heartbreak, and the hope of lasting love. Book 1: In Love at Christmas Caty Larson is dangerously close to spinsterhood. With her twentieth birthday behind her and Christmas fast approaching, she clings to the hope that God will answer her prayer for a soulmate. When she meets a busy craftsman whose shop is overflowing with last-minute holiday orders, she wonders if love can bloom amid the chaos. A heartfelt holiday romance filled with longing, faith, and the magic of a Christmas miracle. Book 2: In Love with the Rancher Penny Larson is engaged to the man her father believes is the perfect match—until her childhood best friend returns after eight months of silence. His unexpected confession and a night stranded together force Penny to confront her true feelings. A tender best friends-to-lovers romance with a dash of love triangle drama and a choice between duty and desire. Book 3: In Love with the Horse Trainer Dory Larson has loved her sister’s ex-fiancé for years. Now that he’s had time to heal, she hopes he’ll finally see her—not as a little sister, but as the woman who’s always been there. When he saves her life one fateful evening, everything changes. A slow-burn romance with sibling tension, emotional depth, and a heroine who dares to hope. Perfect for fans of sweet Christian romance, historical small-town settings, and emotionally layered love stories, this box set celebrates second chances, enduring faith, and the kind of love that’s worth waiting for.

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 the man Papa wants me to? Or should I follow my heart despite the fallout? A sweet, clean Christian historical romance novella set in Prescott, Arizona Territory in 1893. Previously released under the title “Penny’s Pursuit.” Includes an excerpt from A Hope Revealed by Karen Baney

They’ve secretly loved each other for years. He’s bound by doubts. She’s held back by fear. Can they take the leap to claim the love they’ve always dreamed of? Former pro bull rider Adan Franco never imagined his life would take this turn—named guardian to his late friend’s twelve-year-old son and tasked with closing out his friend’s estate, Adan is thrown into a whirlwind of grief, responsibility, and change. To settle matters in New Mexico, he embarks on a road trip that’s as emotional as it is practical. His companion? Solana Vargas, his best friend’s cousin and the woman he’s fought hard to keep at arm’s length. Solana Vargas has always believed her heart belonged to Adan. At twenty-five, she’s far from the shy girl he remembers, and she’s determined to prove that she’s more than just a friend—she’s the partner he’s always needed. The journey to New Mexico becomes a turning point as miles of open road and quiet moments give them a chance to uncover hidden truths and confront the feelings they’ve kept buried for so long. But as Adan grapples with fatherhood and Solana fights to show him the love waiting in plain sight, their path is far from easy. Together, they must learn to embrace their fears, rely on their faith, and open their hearts to the promise of a life they can build as one. Will this road trip lead them to the love of a lifetime—or will their doubts and fears drive them apart forever?

She defied the desert. He outlived his past. Now, love stands its ground. Arizona Territory — April 1865 Caroline Larson longs for adventure. While most women seek safety, she craves the unknown. But when her reckless spirit leaves her stranded in the desert’s unforgiving grip, survival strips away everything but grit—and grace. Thomas Anderson is a man haunted by shame. A reformed outlaw and Civil War veteran, he’s done running from his past. Her unrelenting spirit stirs the kind of hope Thomas stopped believing he deserved. But redemption isn’t easy—and love isn’t safe. As they confront the harsh frontier together, sparks fly, trust falters, and healing begins with surrender. Meanwhile, Betty Lancaster sees a younger version of herself in Caroline’s fire. Mentoring the spirited woman reawakens Betty’s own heart—and when ranch hand Ben Shepherd sees past her no-nonsense façade, she must decide whether to risk love after years alone. A Life Restored continues the Prescott Pioneers series with fierce survival, quiet romance, and timeless grace—proof that God doesn’t just redeem lives… He restores them.