Sad news - one of my most
devoted fans and dear friends recently died suddenly, at only 53 years old.
Glenda Young-Kinard was the sweetest friend a person could have, more like a
sister than just a friend. She loved my books and usually bought several copies
of each new book to give out free to friends and family. She promoted my books
everywhere (you've seen her reviews of several of my books here on my website),
and we kept in touch by phone, text, e-mail and written notes and often shared
gifts for birthdays or just in appreciation. One of the highlights of our
friendship was when I was able to get together with Glenda at a Romantic Times
conference in Atlanta in 2017, as well as meet her cousin Ruth and her two
daughters (that's Glenda, me, and her twin girls in the photo). Glenda was
always upbeat and supportive. I am shocked at her sudden, totally unexpected
death, and I will miss her always. I have no doubt she is in Heaven right now,
looking down on her loved ones and her friends and hovering over them with her
angel's wings.
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NOW AVAILABLE: JOURNEY TO HIGH LONESOME!
In 1868 Gainesville,
Texas, Ashley Vale welcomes home Nick Calhoun, the man she loves and who has
been missing for six years after marching off to war when Ashley was only
sixteen. Events during and after Nick escaped from a Union prison have left him
a wanted man, and he has come home only to say good-bye again. Believing Ashley
deserves a better life than he can give her, Nick heads to Outlaw Country
without her.
Her heart
shattered, Ashley leaves Gainesville to start a new life under the Homestead
Act, but circumstances lead her to being framed for a soldiers murder.
Nick learns of Ashleys fate and bravely risks his life and prison
- to rescue her. Long-neglected desires explode into white-hot passion as,
together, they challenge a lawless land in search of peace . . . and a place to
escape from the past that tore them apart.
A thrilling
read set against the magnificent western landscape of Americas historic
Outlaw Trail.
Look for a
cameo appearance by Moses Tucker from LAWLESS LOVE!
What
Readers are Saying:
"If youre a fan of
historical western romance books, especially those packed with passion and
heat, then I highly recommend this book. FIVE PLUS STARS!! " -- Amy A. on
Amazon
"Hold onto your saddle,
because you're in for a heart pounding ride across the wild west!. . .This is a
terrific addition to the Outlaw Trail series, and I'm delighted to find out
more are planned for the future." -- Michelle Reed, Bookbub (read entire
review here)
"Rosanne Bittner's latest
installment in the Outlaw Trail series is another great read! . . . The plot is
fast moving and full of action. The way it is written allowed me to feel like I
had stepped into the pages of the story, met real life characters and visited
the places described and watched the action happen first hand. A wonderful wild
west escape for the reader to take!" -- Teresa W, Bookbub
"Loved this book. Now my
husband will read it." -- Barbara, Amazon.com review
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NOW AVAILABLE: LAWMAN IN THE HIGH
LONESOME!
"Like the
enthralling rugged beauty of the Outlaw Trail, Lawman in the High Lonesome
provides a breath-catching journey through tragedies and triumphs." --
Michelle Reed, Sunshine Lake Reviews (Read full review here.)
Civil War
widow Elly Lowe is heading for California after losing everything in a prairie
fire. She and her family need a new start. On the way, fate interrupts her
plans in a horrifying way, leaving her desperate for help.
In a small
Nebraska town, Sheriff Matt Stover grieves the loss of his wife and unborn
child in a bank robbery. He has always lived by the law, but he is determined
to find and kill the guilty Liberty brothers. Matt sets out to follow the
culprits into notorious outlaw country, very dangerous territory for a lawman.
When Matt
meets Elly along the way, they strike up a sweet friendship, an attraction they
know is only temporary. They must go their separate ways, but they will meet
again under very different circumstances, leaving Matt to face life or death
situations. Will lawman Matt Stover turn outlaw for revenge? Or will
Ellys faith and devotion be enough to bring him peace?
Look for a
cameo appearance by Sage Lightfoot from PARADISE VALLEY!
What
Readers are Saying:
"Rosanne Bittner never
fails to deliver on a Dang good, True-Grit Western." -- Glenda
Kinard
"Rosanne writes such
beautiful loves stories which stand the test of time. Lawman In The High
Lonesome is another testament to Ms. Bittners amazing talent." --
Tonya Lucas
"Rosanne Bittner brings
you on the journey with her characters; what ride it was. We rode the Outlaw
Trail, met some interesting people and saw gun fights. This book held my
interest from start to finish." -- Yvonne Grace Wohlfeil
"This is a story of life
on the trail; surviving brutality; and, developing romance. After reading the
Outlaw Hearts Series, I looked forward to this new book. Congratulation to the
author for a great job of writing." -- Marlene, on BookBub
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IT'S HERE!!!

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HUGE NEWS: my
first of three "Men of the Outlaw Trail" stories. RIDE THE HIGH
LONESOME, is now available!!!! Each book in the series will be a
single title with new hero and heroine, with each story touching on other
characters I've written about who "visited" the Outlaw Trail!
A man bent on revenge.
A woman determined to survive.
A land that knows no mercy.
Meet the Men of the Outlaw Trail.
When Kate Winters
is left stranded and defenseless in outlaw country, she knows theres
little chance shell make it out alive
until she stumbles across a
ruthless gang hanging a cowboy for his cattle. She waits until the outlaws are
gone, desperate enough to claim the dead mans horse to make her escape
only to realize hes not dead after all.
Those outlaws
should have made damn sure Luke Bowden was good and gone. Now he vows
hell have his revenge no matter the cost. But theyre miles away
from the nearest town, and the woman who saved his hide wont survive the
ride back. He owes her his life he owes her everything and it
doesnt take long before hes faced with a terrible choice: stand by
Kate
or claim his revenge?
RIDE THE
HIGH LONESOME is so named because of how huge outlaw trail country is --
the big, BIG country of western Wyoming. The story opens with Kate Winters lost
and alone in western Wyoming after an attack on her wagon train. She comes upon
a gang of men who are putting a noose around a man's neck. Because she's in
outlaw country, Kate is afraid to let the men see her, so she hides and watches
in horror as the man is hanged and his hangmen ride off with the dead man's
cattle and pack horse.
Is he
dangerous? Did he deserve to die? Kate's actions lead to an unforgettable love
story set against the magnificent "high and lonesome" outlaw country
along the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, where lawmen never go, and where no
stranger can be trusted. And watch for a "cameo" appearance by Jake
Harkner (from my Outlaw Hearts series) in this story!
Excepts
# 1 & 2 Excepts
# 3 & 4 
"In this richly
described historical, Bittner (the Outlaw Hearts series) unites a former Union
soldier and a widow in the wilds of 19th-century Wyoming Territory. Kate
Winters is traveling alone after surviving an attack on the wagon train she was
in. She sees a man being hanged from a tree, and after his would-be killers
leave him to die, Kate cuts him down. The man, Luke Bolden, tells Kate that his
attackers stole his cattle after wrongly accusing him of being a thief.
Determined to recover his cattle and protect the woman who saved his life, Luke
takes Kate with him as he travels toward the town of Lander, where he believes
he will find the thieves. After recovering the cattle, Luke and Kate encounter
deadly outlaws and enjoy passionate moments, but Luke emotionally distances
himself from Kate, as being jilted by his fiancée has left him wary of
women. Touching, passionate romance between two wounded souls amid the
beautiful landscapes of the West make this a page-turner sure to please fans of
western historicals." --
Publisher's Weekly
Bestselling Bittner
kicks off a new historical western romance series. Kate Winters is left
stranded and alone after outlaws slaughter her wagon party as they were heading
West. Reaching the point of desperation, she stumbles upon thieves stringing up
a man and stealing his cattle. She resolves to wait for the gang to leave so
she can take the unfortunate mans supplies. But she quickly realizes that
the hanged man is still alive and mighty angry. Luke Bowden is hell-bent on
revenge on the outlaws who stole everything he had and left him for dead, and
he is deeply indebted to the beautiful woman who rescued him. Now Luke must
figure out how he and Kate can survive with the few supplies he still
possesses. As a plan forms in his mind, his attachment to beautiful Kate grows
stronger. How can he leave her alone in this treacherous land? This slow-burn
romance is true to Bittners signature focus on the emotional connection
between the hero and heroine. -- Patricia Smith, Booklist
"An unforgiving,
destitute land as far as the eye could see was all Kate Winters had to her
name. She was alive, panicked, but still alive, after the horrific attack.
Hanging, barely breathing with a little kick, was all the life that remained in
Luke Bowden, until an Angel found him. Two strangers brought together by fate
in this wild, lawless land by a common bond.. Survival! Rosanne Bittner is a
master at creating lasting storylines, picturesque sceneries, and heroic
couples who envelope her readers heart and soul, forever." -- Tonya
Lucas
"Rosanne Bittner has done
it again and in breathtakingly beautiful Rosanne Bittner style. I could not put
this book down until I finished it.... Luke and Kates story now burrows
in my heart along side so many other couples she has written. I cannot say or
write enough good things or sing Rosanne Bittners praises high enough --
a book by her leaves my heart in a high because its such a Wonderful
Wonderful story but a low because I have to now wait for her next book. Oh I
wish I could convey the pure joy her books bring me! If I could bottle the
feeling when I finish a Rosanne Bittner book and sell it she and I both would
be multimillionaires." -- Glenda Kinard
"Rosanne Bittner has
written yet another epic novel about the wild untamed west. This book will grab
your attention in the first few pages and keep you needing to know more. You'll
be cheering for Luke and Kate to find a happily-ever-after to make up for their
trouble pasts. You'll have to read this page turner to find out if their
happily-ever-after's are together and if they ever make it to Oregon." --
Stephanie Jenkins Ortiz-Cerrillo
"Raw and poignant, RIDE
THE HIGH LONESOME seizes your attention from the start and keeps you spellbound
until the end. This story quickly became one of my top favorite Rosanne Bittner
tales, with the emotional impact, epic story-telling, and the charm of an
captivating love story. Bringing the wild vastness of Wyoming to life around
me, I felt transported back in time and became lost in a different reality. I
took my time reading this book just because I wanted to soak up every moment
spent with Luke and Kate and didn't want it to end. And when it was over, after
I took a few moments to soak it all in, I jumped back in to reread favorite
parts... and I can't wait to revisit them again and again!" -- Michelle
Reed (Read the entire review here.)
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NOW AVAILABLE: TEXAS
PASSIONS!
The reissue of
TEXAS PASSIONS, sequel to TEXAS EMBRACE, originally
published by Zebra in 1999, is now available!
"TEXAS
PASSIONS is the continuing story of John and Tessa Hawkins from
TEXAS EMBRACE.Old enemies seek revenge against John and Tessa by
stealing away their son, Texas, and his little sister, Honor. John and
Tessas fierce bravery is as passionate as the unforgettable love they
share, as together they dare their antagonists in a brave and sometimes violent
search for their beloved children. Showing courage and stamina that readers
will admire and remember long after the story ends, TEXAS
PASSIONS is filled with danger and adventure, the story of a man and
woman willing to sacrifice everything, including their own lives, to rescue
Texas and Honor.
"Rosanne Bittner has a way of
pulling readers into page-turner, well-researched stories that are filled with
the excitement and romance of Americas Old West. Her books are a
depiction of history, tragedy and triumph. TEXAS PASSIONS takes
readers on a journey they will never forget".
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NOW AVAILABLE: TEXAS EMBRACE!
Good newsTEXAS
EMBRACE, originally published by Zebra in 1997, has been reissued by
Amazon with a brand-new cover by Lisa Lisa Messegee of The Write Designers
Texas Ranger
John Hawkins risks his life to save Tess Carey from captivity at the hands of
Apache hostiles in harsh 1800s Texas back country. A man and woman who
have both known violence and tragedy, and how it feels to be outcasts, Tess and
John are drawn together by a deep understanding few couples share. Both want a
chance at happiness in a land as wild and free as their own hearts, and they
will risk their lives and their honor to build a life together in an
unforgiving land.
Texas Embrace
is a gritty tale that keeps the pages turning in an unforgettable love story
told in the spirit of the pioneera story that shows the bravery and
fortitude of a frontier woman and a rugged Texas Ranger.
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24 SEPTEMBER 2019: CHRISTMAS IN PARADISEin the
LONGING FOR A COWBOY CHRISTMASAnthology
My short story
CHRISTMAS IN PARADISE, in the Sourcebooks Christmas anthology
LONGING FOR A COWBOY CHRISTMAS, will be released on 24 September,
and you can already pre-order
on Amazon.com! CHRISTMAS IN PARADISEis about Sage and Maggie
(Tucker) Lightfoot and the Paradise Valley ranch (from my book PARADISE
VALLEY). That story ended with Maggie carrying a child whose father is
unknown. The baby is the product of something that happened to Maggie
inPARADISE VALLEY, and CHRISTMAS IN PARADISE will satisfy all
those readers who want to know what happened with that baby. It has a beautiful
miracle ending that is perfect for a Christmas story.
CHRISTMAS
IN PARADISE is one of six sweeping, epic tales of heroism, passion, family
and celebration. Other authors featured in LONGING FOR A COWBOY
CHRISTMAS are Leigh Greenwood, Linda Broday, Margaret Brownley, Anna
Schmidt, and Amy Sandas. "Whether it's a widower finding an unexpected
new start, a former outlaw and his new wife welcoming their very own Christmas
miracle, a long-lost lover returning just in time for a special holiday
celebration, a second chance at love between two warring hearts given peace at
last, an unlikely pair working together to bring joy to a small Texas town, or
a cowboy and his dark-eyed beauty snowed in one unforgettable wintry
eve...every Christmas with a cowboy is filled with light, laughter, and a
forever kind of love."
"Christmas In Paradise
was such an amazing trip back into Sage Lightfoot and Maggie Tuckers
journey. Rosanne Bittner never ceases to deliver such wonderful characters and
plots that truly capture the essence of the West. Ms. Bittner weaves her magic
from a tragic incident into a beautiful Christmas miracle wrapped in
unconditional love and joy." -- Tonya Lucas
"What a wonderful visit
to Paradise Valley this was!! Loved visiting with Sage and Maggie again and now
we know the rest of the story. Anytime I get a chance to read a Rosanne Bittner
book I always know I am in for a Absolute Great Read . . . . Mrs Bittner keeps
her readers' attention from the first page until the last page and always,
always leaves one counting the days and minutes until her next release."
-- Glenda Kinard
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CHRISTMAS More
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Now Available: CHASE THE
SUN
First published by Bantam in September 1995 and soon to be
reissued in both print and Kindle format by Amazon!
"A STORY OF LOVE
A
STORY OF WAR
A STORY OF PEACE"
"Zack
Myers holds a fierce need for revenge against Native Americans after the Sioux
killed his entire family in the Minnesota raids when he was just a boy. He
joins the army purposely to fight Indians - ANY Indians.
"Iris
Gray is a colonel's daughter, who joins her father in America's Northwest
Territory and tries to bring peace between settlers and the Nez Perce Nation.
"Circumstances
bring Iris and Zack together in a memorable love story as Iris struggles to
help Zack find peace in his own heart. An unlikely friendship forms between
these two and a Nez Perce warrior, Strong Runner, and his wife, Morning Star,
teaching all four characters about cultural tolerance.
"CHASE
THE SUN is the true story of the last flight of the Nez Perce to Canada
in 1876, and a stunning depiction of the reasons for war and misunderstandings
in a land deeply torn by its own unstoppable growth. A memorable tale of real
history, abiding love, and a Nation's unique struggle through tragedy and
triumph."
"The author's
understanding of Indian culture and her sympathy with their struggle for
survival and fair treatment is evident throughout." -- Publisher's Weekly
(of the original printing)
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LOGAN'S LADYIs Here!
Two
worlds in conflict
Two hearts intertwined
One love worth fighting for
Wealthy
Englishwoman Lady Elizabeth Baylor longs for adventure. She leaves for America
full of hope, only to lose everything to a villain hiding treachery behind his
smile. Lost in this strange and lawless land, Elizabeth vows to track down the
man who did her wrong
but she cant do it alone. What she needs is
someone hardened by the west and unflinching toward its dangers: notorious
bounty hunter Logan Best.
Ill-mannered
and seemingly ruthless, Logan exorcises his dark past by throwing himself into
his vengeful professionhunting wanted men. Theres nothing about the
pampered Englishwoman that should call to him, and yet as their adventure takes
them across the wild and treacherous west, he realizes hell do anything
to keep her safe
and defend his Lady to his final breath.
"Lady Elizabeth Baylor wants a new life away from
her domineering older brother, so why not hop across the pond to America's Wild
West, which she's read about in her penny dreadfuls? Armed with her substantial
inheritance and many jewels, she starts making her way toward Denver. When
tragedy falls, she puts her faith in the wrong man and ends up penniless and
imperiled. She has no choice but to unite with notorious bounty hunter Logan
Best. As they trek across the treacherous landscape to get back what is
rightfully hers, she discovers that underneath Logans hardened shell is a
caring and honest man. Although nothing is going as expected, maybe fate is
bringing her exactly the man she needs. This immersive romance set in the
lawless Old West is packed with action and adventure, including murder. Bittner
(The Last Outlaw, 2017) has created an unlikely couple worth cheering for, and
she sure knows how to keep readers on the edge of their seats. " - Jenna
Friebel, Booklist
"Bittner (The Last Outlaw) beautifully evokes the
beauty and hardships of life in the late-19th-century American West as a
British aristocrat falls for a hardened bounty hunter in this spellbinding
historical. Lady Elizabeth Baylor and her brother, William, travel across the
Atlantic with plans to settle in Denver, Colo. They are befriended by Sir
Robert Alexander during the crossing, and after William falls overboard and
drowns, Robert agrees to accompany Elizabeth to Denver. En route, Elizabeth
learns that Robert has entrusted someone else with her jewels and money, and he
tries to rape her. She shoots him and is left to fend for herself in Abilene,
Kans., where the sheriff arrests her for Roberts murder. Logan Best, a
handsome, well-known bounty hunter, is searching for Robert, and when he learns
Elizabeths story, he convinces the sheriff to release her, certain that
she acted in self-defense. Elizabeth hires Logan to help track down her
valuables, and insists on accompanying him. The witty banter between Logan and
Elizabeth adds allure to their relationship, and as she adapts to life on the
trail, he admires her beauty and tenacity. Bittner makes an implausible premise
feel absolutely real, showing how two very different characters can make
compromises and find love. Fast-paced, touching, and sensual, this historical
is not to be missed." --
Publisher's Weekly Starred Review
"Logan's Lady was a wild west ride with lots of
action, strong women, hard working men, and one hell of a sexy cowboy. . .
.There was plenty of character development and I got good sense of who Logan
and Elizabeth were, and I connected with them. I loved them together and once
Logan fell in love with Elizabeth he was all in. This book kept me glued to it.
" - mommyluvshannah, BookBub (Click here
for entire review!)
"Logans Lady is beautifully written with
all the drama of the western frontier [Rosanne Bittner's] fans have come to
expect. Logan and Lady Elizabeth swept me away with their verbal sparring and
comical banter. The magnetic pull between them had me falling in love with
these characters. . . . Their love for one another is what we all long to find
in our own lives. Deception, heartache, and the will to survive out on the
unforgiven open trail made this an exceptional western. A beautiful story of
never giving up on your freedom to live your dream. 5 stars!!!!!!" --
Tonya Lucas 2/16/2019
"I just want you to know that my husband has just
finished reading [LOGAN'S LADY] also and he absolutely loved it. We both hope
you are writing a sequel to this wonderful book." -- Barbara
Klinman
"Loved this story!!! I would love to see you
continue Logan and Elizabeth 's story with a sequel! Please consider it! This
was the first book I read written by you and can't wait to get my hands on more
that you have written. Thanks for the great read!" -- Sue Ziegler
LOGANS LADY is a dramatic but often humorous story about an
uneducated, rough and tumble American bounty hunter (Logan Best), who ends up
coming to the rescue of prim and proper, highly educated Lady
Elizabeth Bennett from London, England. These two are as opposite as two could
be, but an unexpected attraction between them grows into something neither can
resist, while at the same time they track down ruthless men who have absconded
with Lady Elizabeths money and personal valuables.
My
Sourcebooks editor's reaction to the manuscript was, "I worked on this
with a junior editor, and we were both blown away. Your books are always such a
joy to read, and this is no exception." Music to my ears!
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NOW AVAILABLE: EMBERS OF THE
HEART
In a land
divided, she was torn between duty and desire...
"In the
aftermath of Americas bloody Civil War, young Anna Kelley waits for her
husband, Darryl, to come home. When he finally returns, he is a changed man who
no longer loves her and has become cruel and unforgiving because of his war
experiences. Anna decides that, for her own safety, she needs to get away from
Darryl. She flees, and she ends up in the wild cow town of Abilene, Kansas, run
by Sheriff Nate Foster.
"Fate
draws Nate and Anna closer, but Anna, who desperately longs for the safety and
love she finds in Nates arms, has not told him she has a husband who is
now a dangerous outlaw. Nate and Annas love grows beyond their ability to
corral the passion and desire stirred in their souls, but Annas secret
finally comes back to haunt her and nearly destroys the love she has found in
Nates arms. Nates own anger and loss because of the war interfere
with his ability to fully love and trust again, and when he finds out about
Annas lie, he isnt sure he can fully commit to her.
"EMBERS
OF THE HEART embraces the heartaches and challenges of a Nation torn by
war, and those caught up both sides of that war. A must read, this
book is a sister story to MONTANA WOMAN (see below),
as Anna (from EMBERS OF THE HEART) and Joline (from MONTANA
WOMAN) are sisters who ended up separated by the Civil War."
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT
EMBERS OF THE HEART:
"This story had me at hello. I have to admit Anna is
an extremely strong, independent, and loving woman. Be prepared to have kleenex
for the end of the book. The accuracy of the victims of war was well
researched. While this story is within the civil war era, please think of our
vets who come have home with their problems. Rosanne Bittner did an excellent
job in telling this in this book. Definately a must read." -- Dawn Baffa,
via Amazon.com
"EMBERS OF THE HEART is a beautifully epic
and emotional read from the first page to the last! Be prepared for a
roller-coaster ride of feelings when you dive into this story. Besides
delivering an enduring love story, it also teaches the power of love,
acceptance, and forgiveness; how evil and hate can burn and destroy a person;
and how the consequences and waves of war can continue to ripple and destroy
long after the last bullet is fired. . . . Anna is a young woman who's
struggling with facing how the rumblings of war affect her family, and
ultimately the loss of her first husband. . . . Nate is exactly the honorable,
devoted, strong hero Anna needs in her life. . . . Even the secondary
characters pull at you in ways - not always good, and not always bad... but
they're not exempt from giving you moments to pause, think, and feel. . . .This
is probably one of my favorite Rosanne Bittner stories -- where it holds you
captive from beginning to end, and gifts you with so much more than a romantic
tale, but nuggets of empathy and true love. This is not a book to skip
over!" -- Michelle Reed
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NOW AVAILABLE: MONTANA
WOMAN
A NATION DIVIDED/ ONE WOMANS UNBRIDLED SPIRIT
"A Civil
War widow, young Joline Masters leaves bleeding Kansas for Montana
to settle under the Homestead Act. Mountain man Clint Reeves knows Montana
well, having lost a wife and child there to an Indian attack. He has come home
to Kansas, but his father-in-law and others blame him for his wifes and
he childs deaths. Chance brings Clint and Joline together, and, feeling
unwanted in Kansas, Clint agrees to take Joline to Montana.
"Clint
and Joline are both brave, strong-willed people who balance off each
others strengths and courage, both of which are uniquely tested by the
challenges of a lawless land filled with outlaws and Indians. As they help each
other forge a new future, passion and desire become part of their determination
to succeed in a new land. Through hardship and danger, two broken hearts become
one full heart. Together Jo and Clint tame the savage land and learn to live
with past tragedies to form new joys and a life shared as one."
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NOW AVAILABLE: SONG OF THE
WOLF
"Born to be a Holy
Woman among the Cheyenne, Medicine Wolfs life as a young child is saved
by a pack of wolves that keeps her from freezing to death. From then on, wolves
are her guiding spirit and her protector. As she grows into womanhood, Medicine
Wolf is forced to live among whites for one year, in an effort to learn the way
of the white man. But her heart and soul and her very life belong to the
Cheyenne
and to the young warrior with whom she fell in love as a child.
"Bear
Paw, an honored Cheyenne dog soldier, risks life and limb to win the hand of
Cheyenne Holy Woman, Medicine Wolf. Once their union is secured, Bear Paw and
Medicine Wolf venture into a love story set against the magnificent days of
freedom for the Cheyenne, but Medicine Wolfs powers as a Holy Woman
present a challenge to Bear Paws pride and reputation that threatens to
tear them apart. White settlement encroaches upon the Cheyenne, forcing them
into wars to keep what they feel belongs to them, and through it all, one white
man, Tom Prescott, who fell in love with Medicine Wolf when she lived among the
whites, must watch Medicine Wolf from a distance, aware she can never belong to
him.
"SONG
OF THE WOLF is packed with the real history of the Cheyenne. The ending of this
book is heart-wrenching, yet gloriously uplifting, as the spirit of the wolf
and the powers of two timeless, unforgettable people step into history. Well
researched, this is Rosanne Bittner at her best as she eloquently tells the
true story of a proud Native American Nation."
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As a member
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instance, I am considering writing several sequels, so I'm currently asking
members for which older book THEY would like to see a sequel. (I'm already
considering UNTIL
TOMORROW and TAME
THE WILD WIND.) I would also like to write an 8th book to the
SAVAGE DESTINY series. If you've read #7 (EAGLE'S SONG), which character from that book
would you like me to write about?
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New in 2018: A WARRIOR'S
PROMISE
It's here! You can order A
WARRIOR'S PROMISE(sequel to CAPTURE
MY HEART) in either Kindle format or trade paperback, and begin
reading it TODAY!!! (If you haven't yet read CAPTURE MY HEART,
click here for more information!)
I can tell
you that you are going to love A WARRIOR'S PROMISE, a touching
story involving the infamous Sand Creek Massacre in southern Colorado. It took
me a while to get "into" a hero other than my Jake, but I do love Two
Wolves!
Kindle Trade Paperback 
"Bittner's
sequel to CAPTURE MY HEART - the saga of Two Wolves and his wife, Claire
- brings the scenery and time to life as our heroes are caught in the horrors
of the American Indian Wars. Bittner's fans will discover another powerfully
told story, brimming over with historical events and Native American culture
that is as thought provoking and dramatic as it is romantic. The Queen of
Western Romance doesn't disappoint with another heartfelt, compassionate and
exciting story of a man torn between two lives and the woman who stands by him
with a love that defies hatred and injustice." --Kathe Robin, Romantic
Times
Claire Matthews is
carrying the child of Cheyenne half-breed, Two Wolves, who promised in marriage
to live his life in the white world under the name his white mother gave him
Peter James Matthews. Peter is educated and can conduct himself as
white; however, Claire understands that deep in his heart, her husband is very
Indian.
In
the prequel to this story (CAPTURE MY
HEART), it was the Indian Two Wolves, a scout for the
U. S. Army, who rescued Claire from a fate worse than death and who saved her
life more than once in a flight from those who would harm them. Now, as a
married couple running a supply business near Fort Collins, Colorado, a
restless hatred from Colorado citizens and the Colorado Militia toward the
Cheyenne threatens to tear Peter and Claire apart.
Peter
adores and respects Claires strength in standing up for the man she loves
against those who would condemn her for loving an Indian. He has promised
Claire always to be by her side and help her run their business
until
the United States Army asks him to accept another scouting mission. Because he
thinks it will help the Cheyenne, Peter agrees, but events that follow
challenge his promises to Claire.
When
Peter comes across the aftermath of the horrible Sand Creek Massacre committed
the by Colorado Militia and their leader, Colonel John Chivington, his Cheyenne
blood rises to the surface, and he is once again Two Wolves, a warrior who
wants revenge.
Will
Two Wolvess rage be stronger than his love for Claire and their unborn
child? Only true love can hold these two together against a land torn by the
changes of a growing West. Power, passion, true history and romance all make
this story another winner for The Queen of Western Romance, Rosanne
Bittner.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT A
WARRIOR'S PROMISE:
"To love a story
you have to crawl into it and live along with the characters. This is what
happens anytime I read one of Rosanne's books. What an amazing book." --
Kim, via Amazon.com
"Once again the
Queen of the Western Historical Romance Rosanne Bittner gives her readers a
very vivid History lesson. Mrs Bittner has a gift pulling her readers into a
book and one feels as if she/he are actually standing there with the characters
experiencing the same emotions and feelings they are. . . . I dearly loved this
continuation of Claire and Two Wolves' story. I would most certainly love to
see a third book as Claire and Two Wolves go on and make a life in the changing
West. Well done once again Rosanne Bittner A Warriors Promise was all I
hoped and more!!!" -- Glenda Kinard
"A WARRIOR'S
PROMISE was an exceptional book detailing the horror and heartache that
happened at Sand Creek and the months that followed. . . . . [This] sequel to
CAPTURE MY HEARTt continues the story of Claire and Two Wolves, and their
courage to live one way of life, while protecting another. A love story which
will grab the readers heartstrings. . . which equally rivals her epic Savage
Destiny Series." Tonya Lucas
See
below for more on CAPTURE MY HEART. If you haven't read it yet,
now is the time to do it!
OrderA WARRIOR'S
PROMISE Order CAPTURE MY HEART! 
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CAPTURE MY HEART:
My new Indian romance,
CAPTURE MY HEART, is now available in both Kindle and trade paperback
formats from Amazon.com! I know you will love Two Wolves -- and thank you,
long-time fan Barbara Christian, for helping me choose a name for the hero! Two
Wolves, aka Peter James Matthews, is a half Cheyenne army scout, who is not
only tall, dark, and handsome, but intelligent, educated, and respected in both
of his worlds! The heroine is Claire Stewart, the red-haired, strong,
determined daughter of a Denver freighting supply business owner, who inherits
her father's business -- and his debts. The two team up to try to prove that
so-called "Indian" attacks on wagon trains and settlers are actually
the work of someone trying to keep the hatred against the Cheyenne burning hot.
This whole story is filled with non-stop adventure, steamy romance, and real
history!
"Claire
Stewart has inherited her fathers freighting business based in 1864
Denver, Colorado. Determined to prove she is capable of running the business on
her own, Claire must compete against a wealthy businessman who wants to bring
her down.
"Two
Wolves, half Cheyenne, scouts for the U. S. Army. He is determined to prove
that white men have been committing raids against their own kind in order to
fuel the fires of hatred of Colorado citizens against the Cheyenne. When he
rescues Claire from just such an attack, he is struck by her fiery independence
and youthful beauty. Most of all, he admires her brave attempt to save her
fathers business and to help Two Wolves prove that her attack was by
white men, led by the very businessman who is her competitor.
"Through
events that keep forcing these two together and cause Two Wolves to risk his
life in Claires defense more than once, a bond develops that turns into a
steamy attraction between a tiny, red-headed young white woman and a powerful,
brave, handsome Indian warrior. This attraction leads to a hot, forbidden
romance that develops into a memorable against-all-odds love story.
"Set
against the true history of atrocities committed by the Colorado militia
against peaceful Cheyenne, CAPTURE MY HEART brings to light the struggle of the
southern Cheyenne to survive amid more and more white settlement; and it shows
the courage of Indians and certain brave whites alike in trying to keep the
peace during one of the most difficult periods in Colorado history."
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT
CAPTURE MY HEART:
"Rosanne Bitter
continues to capture my heart with each new story she writes, and I find myself
always wanting more, never wanting the story to end." -- Michelle Reed
"Once again it is not
hard to see why Rosanne Bittner is the 'Queen of the Western Historical
Romance.' ... Two Wolves and Claire's story will have you weeping , laughing
and constantly cheering them on for the justices they both so deserve. "
-- Glenda Kinard
"Capture My Heart is
an extraordinary book of true historical events during an unsettling time in
Colorado's history. ... Gripping, exhilarating, and breathtakingly beautiful.
Rosanne has penned another extraordinary book." Tonya Lucas
"I have read alot of
Ms Bittner's books and this one is a keeper!! I hope there will be sequel about
this family??!!! Two Wolfes and Clair are unforgettable!!" -- Nancy, via
Amazon.com
Order CAPTURE MY HEART!
NOTE: CAPTURE MY HEART is
dedicated to a faithful fan of many, many years, Barbara Christian, from
California. This story came about from one simple Facebook message she sent me
one day. It was just a little Native American quite and it mentioned an Indian
name, Two Wolves. This is how I write. One little name or event can kick off a
whole story for me. For some reason I loved that name and decided it would make
a great name for a hero in an Indian/ white romance. It's been years since I
wrote a Native American story, and for some reason seeing that name lit the
fire. This book is the result. I was greatly saddened when Barbara passed away
in 2017 -- but she did get to read the book that she had suggested. Thanks,
Barbara!
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A CHICK-A-DEE CHRISTMASin
the CHRISTMAS IN A COWBOY'S ARMS Anthology
Jake Harkner is an
ex-outlaw with a ruthless nature, but when it comes to his grandchildren, his
heart is as big as the sky. Jake learns how to channel his anger into love and
patience in this story about his sweet granddaughter, Sadie Mae, and a young
man Jake helps lead away from a path of lawlessness. A life and death situation
leads to a lesson in love and forgiveness in A CHICK-A-DEE CHRISTMAS.
My
Harkner family Christmas story, A CHICK- A- DEE CHRISTMAS, will be included in
the CHRISTMAS IN A COWBOY'S ARMS anthology. This story will show a
softer side of Jake, and will truly round out the series. Those of you who know
my books also know that I am not designed to write short stories. I
love to dig deeply into a big cast of characters, but you cant do that
with a short story. A CHICK- A- DEE CHRISTMAS will be a very sweet 150 - page
story involving Jake's little granddaughter Sadie Mae. Through an
"unexpected character" (ie, one that I didn't plan but who just
"showed up" as I was writing), Jake is filled with the spirit of
forgiveness and joy, the celebration of the birth of Christ, and the beauty of
Christmas giving.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT
A CHICK- A- DEE CHRISTMAS:
"Just when I was feeling
the blues after reading The Last Outlaw and saying good-bye to the Harkers and
especially Jake, here was an exciting and gritty, but heartwarming Harker
family Christmas. The Harkers go Christmas shopping, find trouble, Jake brings
home an angry, bitter stray man, and then they all pray for a Christmas miracle
for little Sadie Mae. This was a lovely reunion with a cast of characters I
love. The spotlight on Jake and his grandchildren was just precious." --
Sophia Rose
"This is the first time
I've come across the Harkner family but reading this has made me want to
continue on and read the Outlaw series.... I really enjoyed this little read
and I'm looking forward to reading Jake's story from the beginning." --
Deborah
"This is a collection of
six novellas by different authors all set in the West in the 1800s during
the Christmas season. Although not usually a fan of novellas, I thoroughly
enjoyed these very engaging, positive stories and was amazed at how well the
characters and story lines were developed in just a few chapters. Highly
recommend!" -- Nancy
"Rosanne Bittner's story
is the wrap up I was wanting. It shows the softer side of Jake. The love he has
for his family, especially his grandchildren. The sense that he could help a
young man, that he saw as a person just like himself at that age, where you can
go bad, or take another path and do good." -- Veda
Order CHRISTMAS IN A COWBOY'S
ARMS: Amazon.com Barnes & Noble iBooks 
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THE LAST OUTLAW

"Bittner
revisits the Harkner family of Colorado ranchers in this refreshing and
impressive fourth volume (after Loves Sweet Revenge) of her 19th-century
Outlaw Hearts saga. While visiting Boulder, Jake Harkners wife, Randy, is
taken hostage by bank robbers. Jake is a former outlaw and lawman, so he takes
down the robbers, but hes shot in the crossfire. Randy fears for his
life, desperate to save the husband she lovesand whom she needs to
protect her, as she was assaulted by outlaws months earlier and is still
traumatized by the ordeal. As Randy helps Jake recover from his wounds, she
slowly regains her own strength. They return to their family ranch, where they
enjoy the love and support of their children and extended family, and Jake
gladly promises to retire. But when Jake receives a request to strap on his
guns one last time to help an old friend save a young girl, he feels like he
cant refuse. Bittners skill with character development is on fine
display. Jake and Randy, who began the series as a typical romantic couple, are
now grandparents, yet their love continues to grow and mature as they endure
trials and triumphs. Bittner has achieved what few authors can: making her
fourth installment just as fresh and alluring as the first while keeping the
same protagonists at the center of the story." -- Publisher's
Weekly,July 2017.
"The last book in the
unforgettable Outlaw Hearts series is as powerful a story as readers could
want. Bittner strives to gift fans with stories of strength, undying love,
family ties and a portrait of the West that sears into their hearts. The
underlying power stems from her leap off the pages characters and a
depth of emotion that touches the soul. As the country moves into a new
century, Jake Harkner and his family are busy building a new life in Colorado.
Even with his beloved Randy, their children and grandchildren, Jake is haunted
by the past. Randy has been Jakes rock, and now she desperately needs his
strength to heal her own wounds. But the past will not rest, and Jake finds
himself rescuing his family from bank robbers and becoming a reluctant hero
still unable to wipe out his notorious history. Then Jake is caught up in
rescuing a kidnapped girl. He must return to Mexico where he will face his
demons or die, leaving his family to fight their own battles with the fear that
Jake might never return." -- RT Book Reviews Top Pick -- 4 ½
stars
"Times have
changed, and the old Wild West is a thing of the past. Nestled in his beautiful
Colorado ranch, surrounded by family, infamous former outlaw Jake
Harkners hung up his guns for good and finally found a measure of
peacebut dark memories haunt the woman who has always been his strength,
and not even Jake is certain he can save his beloved Miranda this time.
"All he can do is
swear to remain by her side. But it takes more than a hope for peace to outrun
a past defined by violence, and it isnt long before Jake is embroiled in
a rescue mission he simply cant refuse. Life has brought him back full
circle as he rides into Mexico to save a young girl from a dreadful
fate
leaving Miranda behind one final time, fearing the other half of her
soul is destined to die the way hes always livedby the gun. "
When asked my
Sourcebooks editor when I would get final edits on THE LAST OUTLAW, her reply
was, "I hunted and hunted for some big flaw, but this book is so strong!
It was emotional and moving and epic - what a beautiful story!" It doesn't
get any better than that for a writer - and now you know you have a great story
coming! I am so proud of this one. Proud of Jake. Unbelievable growth. A
face-off with his ugly childhood. Such a true hero in this one (something he
would never admit himself!). The story involves Peter and Jeff again - and
Gretta MacBain from LOVE'S SWEET REVENGE- big time! And a whole new
level of love and trust between Jake and Randy - their relationship is more
beautiful than ever. A real tear-jerker ending - in a good way! I wish this
book was coming out next month instead of in September!
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE
LAST OUTLAW:
"Very rarely does a
writer come along that touches one's heart and soul as deeply as Rosanne
Bittner. There is definitely a reason she's called the Queen of the Western
Historicals because she can continue to write such heart moving sagas. The
Last Outlaw is such an emotionally charged book that is almost impossible
to put down. Will Jake and Randy finally finally get the peace they have so
desperately wanted for over 30+ years? Can Jake finally make peace and have
closure with his past that has forever haunted him? One simply must read The
Last Outlaw to find out. I don't believe I have ever read a book that
touched me emotionally as The Last Outlaw did. The Harkners are a family
that will never leave ones heart and soul!!.The touching moments Jake has with
his grandchildren and in theses moments it's hard to believe that Jake could
ever have been the big bad Outlaw he has been in the past. I truly hated for
this book to end. I didn't want to leave those beautiful mountains of the
J&L Ranch." -- Glenda, 5 September 2017.
"The Outlaw Hearts saga
continues with an intense guns a-blazing opening, as only Rosanne Bittner can
deliver. The Last Outlaw is everything her readers expect from such an
amazing family. Just as Ms. Bittner's epic Savage Destiny series engulfed our
hearts and souls, The Outlaw Hearts saga equally encompasses our hearts and
feeds our souls. Jake and his beloved Randy have seen it all, survived it all,
and once again will be tested in the most traumatic ways. Jake wants more for
his young son and daughter, and grandchildren, he wants them not to follow the
life he has lead. From Outlaw, to U.S. Marshal, to rancher, Jake only wants to
be the family man he's always craved, but will he get the chance, as he's
needed once again to right a wrong and face a demon a lifetime in the making?
How much more can the Harkners endure and can they survive this newest turn of
events? Jake's sweet disposition and interaction with his grandchildren is
precious and so worth witnessing. Even an Outlaw like Jake has an achilies heal
when it comes to these little Harkners. This was truly an amazing book that
will help heal our hearts after Loves Sweet Revenge'straumatic ending.
Rosanne Bittner's The Last Outlawis phenomenally written with a
heart-felt, nail-biting, emotional conclusion. So saddle up and hang on tight,
The Harkners will encompass your heart and feed your soul." -- Tonya,
5 September 2017.
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OUTLAW: Amazon.com Barnes & Noble iBooks 
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page!)
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in all e-reader formats, please see my E-book List
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WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE
OUTLAW HEARTS SERIES:
"The first book in the
series was my first romance book I [ever] read, and all these years later it's
still my top favorite! What's cool, is 20+ years after first publishing OUTLAW
HEARTS, Rosanne Bittner was given the opportunity to have it reissued and write
2 sequels!! Now she's currently working on a 4th (and last) book for Jake and
Randy. You do *not* want to miss these if you are a fan of western romance! She
knows how to steal your heart and breath and give it back in the most amazing
way!" -- Michelle R., 26 July 2016.
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