Rule #1—Don't lose focus...Barrel racer Alicia Kanani has had a long road to the top – and she's not quite there yet. Finances have always been tight, and in the glitz and glam world of professional rodeo, that means that second best is probably the best she can hope for. With the National Finals coming up, she's certainly not looking for a pair of cowboys to distract her.Rule #2—Don't gamble what you can't live without...Playboy Chris Thomas is sure Alicia's the perfect woman for his level-headed team roping partner, David Greenly. It seems like a match, until Chris realizes he wants Alicia for himself. The stakes have been raised; David and Chris are supposed to be a team, and this time, they're on opposite sides.Can Alicia rope this playboy's heart, or will they find themselves too tangled up to let true love in?

It only took an instant for her world to come crashing down...but Heart Fire Ranch is a place of new beginnings, even for those who find their way there by accident As the only veterinarian in town, Justin Hart doesn't have time to think about romance. So when A-list actress Alyssa Cole crashes her car outside his clinic, it's entirely unexpected when there's a spark between them he can't ignore. Still, she's a movie star, and he's just a small town cowboy. Alyssa has learned the hard way not to believe first impressions, especially not in Hollywood. But, 400 miles from her former life with nowhere to go and no one to turn to, she places her trust in the handsome vet who comes to her rescue. There's no denying the connection between them, but when Alyssa's past shows up at the door, will their new relationship be able to withstand the storm?  

Sometimes the place you’re trying to run from is exactly where your heart needs to be… Bailey Hart has never felt like she measures up to her cousins at Heart Fire Ranch. It doesn’t help that her rocker attitude has made her a black sheep in her small town. So when her band gets their big break in Los Angeles, “Wild Hart” can’t run fast enough…If only there weren’t so many reasons to stay. After a harrowing stint in the Oakland Police Department, sheriff’s deputy Chase McKee has returned home a hero, and yet he feels anything but. And when he finds out Bailey might be leaving for good, the feelings he’s always harbored for his best friend’s cousin just won’t stay hidden. He knows she wants to get the heck out of Dodge, but he’s hoping to show her where she really belongs—with him. Will this Wild Hart turn her back on love, or will she realize her heart really belongs closer to home? An Avon Romance **Review “Sweet, sassy, and so much fun, T.J. Kline will leave you smiling.” (Kimberly Kincaid, USA Today bestselling author on WILD AT HEART) “Wild at Heart is another tender but sassy romance that delivers the sizzling chemistry, witty dialogue, and captivating storyline T.J. Kline is known for. Once again, her larger-than-life characters prompted tears and laughter as they made their way into my heart.” (Sara Richardson, author of More Than a Feeling on WILD AT HEART) About the Author T. J. Kline was raised competing in rodeos and Rodeo Queen competitions since the age of fourteen and has thorough knowledge of the sport as well as the culture involved. She writes contemporary western romance for Avon Impulse, including the Rodeo series and the Healing Harts series. She has published a nonfiction health book and two inspirational fiction titles under the name Tina Klinesmith. In her very limited spare time, T.J. can be found laughing hysterically with her husband, children, and their menagerie of pets in Northern California.

"You had your chance, and you threw it away ..."Five years ago, Jen woke up with a ring on her finger and her fiancé nowhere to be found. She swore she'd gotten over the betrayal, but when Clay unexpectedly hires on with the rodeo for a week, she finds herself torn between passion and regret.Clay left intending never to see Jen again. He's been running from his troubled past for far too long, and it's not a life he wants for her. But it's hard to run from the past when the past is your own family, and Clay finds himself thrown back into the chaos he thought he'd finally left behind.Will the truth drive Jen away, or is there a second chance at happily-ever-after for this runaway cowboy?

3 ROMANCES FROM T.J. KLINE, PRESENTED BY JAMES PATTERSON!THE WEDDING FLORIST: After losing her job and getting evicted from her home, the last thing florist Anna Nolan needs is to ruin her new gig. But it's hard for her to work for the powerful and sexy Gabriel Radcliffe. Namely, because Anna's arranging the flowers for his wedding to society girl Stephanie Maurier—and she wishes she were the bride...THE HORSE TRAINER: Fallon Radcliffe can only escape her socialite family and their expectations when she's in the stables with her horse, Destiny's Dreamer. But she doesn't realize that her love for racing will develop into something more— a yearning for her trainer, Travis Mitchell, even though they live worlds apart...THE GOURMET CHEF: Alexandra Radcliffe has never been a dreamer. But when she meets the man of her secret fantasies —a sexy, driven chef who wants to open a restaurant—she starts to...

Reporter Angela McCallister needs the scoop of her career in order to save her father from the bad decisions that have depleted their savings. When the opportunity to spend a week at the Findley Brothers ranch arises, she sees a chance to get a behind-the-scenes scoop on rodeo. That certainly doesn't include kissing the devastatingly handsome and charming cowboy Derek Chandler, who insists on calling her "Angel."Derek has a rodeo to run and a chip on his shoulder. He has no time for the fiery woman who is clearly hiding something. But for some reason he can't keep his hands off of her. Their connection is instant and explosive, but Angela's secrets could threaten his family, and Derek needs to prove that he's not the irresponsible kid brother anymore.When the rodeo dust has settled, will the Cowboy and his Angel allow themselves to give in to the attraction that threatens to consume them both?

Emma Jordan has returned home after her father's death to run the animal sanctuary that had been his legacy. But strange things start happening, and it seems that someone is out to shut her down, someone who doesn't mind putting lives in jeopardy to see it through. When Hidden Falls' sexiest fireman starts to ask questions, Emma needs to make sure his charm doesn't distract her from keeping her dreams alive. Ben McQuaid has an obligation as a local fireman to protect the community, even from a well-meaning wildlife veterinarian who's in way over her head. But, it's becoming hard to keep his loyalty to the town and his desire for the pretty vet separate. As Ben and Emma become caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, their feelings for each other are growing. Will they let duty drive them apart or will they dare to fall?

Sydney Thomas may be the newest Rodeo Queen on the circuit, but she's more than just a pretty face and fabulous horseback rider. If only her new boss could see it! But the frustrating, bossy, drop-dead gorgeous man seems bent on pushing her away every chance he gets.Scott Chandler learned at an early age that he needed to "cowboy up" and take care of his family. The one time he let his guard down, his heart got trampled, and he's not about to let that happen again. He knows Sydney's type: rodeo queens who hide their manipulative ways behind good looks, tight jeans, and glittery tiaras.But just as Scott and Sydney are finally realizing there might be more to their fiery relationship than scorching kisses and passionate nights, secrets from their pasts come back to haunt them. Will the cowboy and the Rodeo Queen ever be able to ride off into the sunset together?**Review"I was completely drawn into the story and I couldn't put it down once I had started it." Crystal Marie, Crystal's Many Reviewers (Blog)"Man what a book.  I really want myself a cowboy now." Roni, Book Fanatic (Blog)"I loved this book!  Such a beautifully written romance that left me wanting more!"  Skye, BookAddictMumma.net5 Stars - Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite "Rodeo Queen...is a deliciously romantic tale that is sure to make readers' heart beat a little faster ... I was so caught up in this story that I read it through to the last page in one sitting...The writing was superb. T.J. Kline has cleverly created a female lead that will inspire women...Rodeo Queen is one of those books that draws out the reader's emotions: one moment the reader will be laughing...the next moment brings fear and even tears...a great read. Fans of contemporary romance will not want to miss Rodeo Queen." “The romance between Scott and Sydney is genuine and sexy…” (Library Journal's Book Verdict) About the AuthorT. J. Kline was raised competing in rodeos and Rodeo Queen competitions since the age of 14 and has thorough knowledge of the sport as well as the culture involved. She has written several articles about rodeo for small periodicals, as well as a more recent how-to article for RevWriter, and has published a nonfiction health book and two inspirational fiction titles under the name Tina Klinesmith. She is also an avid reader and book reviewer for both Tyndale and Multnomah. In her spare time, she can be found laughing hysterically with her husband, children, and their menagerie of pets in Northern California.

T. J. Kline's Healing Harts series continues as a soldier suffering from PTSD and a therapy dog trainer find that some scars can only be healed by loveJulia Hart knows how much good she does training therapy dogs—it's what helped her overcome her own trials after a relationship turned unexpectedly violent. But moving beyond her mistakes meant trusting only her family with her heart.Dylan, a former soldier, has run out of hope for recovery. Plagued by nightmares and flashbacks, he doubts anything will help him overcome his PTSD. When his brother convinces him to try one last time, he agrees to get a therapy dog.Dylan didn't expect to find Julia or a chance for a "normal" future again. But when Julia's attacker is released from prison, Dylan and Julia will have to face the past together.

T.J. Kline launches a brand new series with the charming story of a NFL player who finds love when he least expects it...Grant McQuaid has dedicated his entire life to his football career. Now an injury threatens his place on the team and he's forced to return home to rehabilitate. But when he meets his "biggest fan," a precocious, blue-eyed, hearing impaired boy named James—and his beautiful mother, Bethany—Grant begins to question whether football is the future he still wants. Bethany Mills has been doing just fine since her husband walked out on them... and she definitely doesn't need another man to disappoint her—or her son. But when James runs into his hero at the park, Bethany admits there is a void in her son's life that she just can't fill. Her attraction to the handsome football star is undeniable, but a man in the limelight is the last thing she wants for herself, or James.Grant doesn't want to subject Bethany to the chaos of...

Bad luck has plagued Leah McCarran most of her life, until the tide turns and she lands her new dream job as a therapist at Heart Fire Ranch. But when her car breaks down and she finds herself stranded, the playboy who shows up to her rescue makes Leah wonder if her luck just went from bad to worse.Gage Granger has risen above the circumstances of his youth, enough that people now believe he has the Midas touch, especially in business. But when one mistake suddenly threatens everything he's built, he takes some time to visit family near Heart Fire and figure a way out of the mess. The last thing he expects to find is a feisty therapist who needs his help, even if she won't admit it.Leah learned a long time ago that other people will always let her down. She doesn't want that kind of hurt again, but Gage isn't giving up. And finding out he's staying next door isn't going to make it any easier to avoid the kind man who is set on changing her heart.An Avon...

If you could have anything, do anything...what would it be?Jessie Hart has a soft spot for healing the broken, especially horses and children, but her business is failing and bankruptcy is looming. The one man who can save Heart Fire Ranch is the last man she wants to take advice from—financial expert Nathan Kerrington, the same man who broke her heart eight years ago.Nathan Kerrington has it all, except the one thing he wanted most—Jessie. Now that he's finally freed himself from his corrupt family, he wants to make amends. When he's called in to save Jessie's ranch, he sees his chance to win her back—if only he can prove to her that she can trust him with her heart ...