How to Catch a Cowboy in 10 Days by Kimberly Krey

I'm so happy to announce that book 2 in the Unlikely Cowgirl Series is available now.

I have to say, this book really got me. I related to Ann on a few different levels. At times in my life, I have wished I could speak up more or step out of whatever box I've put myself in, and that made Ann's journey all the more rewarding, even when the unexpected happened. Our cowboy, Trey (you might remember him from Cassie's Cowboy Crave) takes a few leaps of his own and I hope you'll enjoy seeing where they lead. For years I've had readers ask when Trey would see his happily ever after; I'm happy to say his time has arrived at last! I really hope you enjoy How to Catch a Cowboy in 10 days!

Here's the blurb:
There’s no denying Ann Simpson is passive, so when she’s challenged to read a book that could change her life, she eagerly accepts. If she writes a winning article about her transformation, it could earn her a writing slot with Walquest Weekly, taking her career to the next level. And who knows—maybe it could empower her to step out of her romance novels and into her own happily ever after.
Ann packs her bags and her book and heads to Montana where she hopes to reinvent herself. Caught off guard by the cowboy of her dreams, Trey Richardson, Ann falls hard and fast. But does Trey love the real Ann, or the book-made woman she’s invented for the article?

Trey believes his life is complete with a ranch to run, horses to ride, and fresh country air to fill his lungs; but, when Ann steps into the picture, bachelorhood starts to lose its appeal. Yet just as his love for Ann begins to grow, Trey finds out Ann is writing an article about their time together, causing him to question her motives, along with his heart. Get it here.

Amazon Ebook Sale!

Just in time for some pre-Black Friday shopping, Cassie's Cowboy Crave is going on sale.
Down from $3.99, Cowboy Crave will go to 99 cents today, $1.99 for the few days following, then back up to $3.99 by the end of the week.
To get yours at this reduced rate, click here. 

 Hope you all have a fabulous Thanksgiving week!

 

Twenty-four-year-old Cassie Lovell has a great job, good friends, and an apartment with a killer view. That is, until life is turned upside down. Without the chance to say goodbye, Cassie is forced into a witness protection program on Emerson Ranch. Just when she fears life is doomed, Cassie meets Shane Emerson, the stunningly handsome cowboy who’ll be posing as her newlywed groom.

Shane Emerson is determined not to fall for the woman he’s agreed to harbor. Especially since the whole thing was his family’s way of trying to get him hitched. So why is it when he takes Cassie into his home, Shane wants nothing more than to turn their make-believe marriage into more than just a sham?

In a moment of weakness, Shane steals a kiss.
In return, Cassie steals his heart.
Yet before they confess their undying love,
a hidden danger threatens to tear them apart.

*Though this novel is considered clean romance, it contains passionate kissing & a few mild curse words.

Last Chance To Win $100 GC ~ Cowbow Crave Tour Finale

A Big huge THANK YOU to Laura at the wonderfully amazing Prism Book Tours, and to all of you fabulous bloggers who interviewed, reviewed, and shared guest posts! Thanks for letting me be a part of your literary blogging world!

Cassie's Cowboy Crave
Sweet Montana Bride Series
by Kimberly Krey
Published July 12, 2013

Twenty-four-year-old Cassie Lovell has a great job, good friends, and an apartment with a killer view. That is, until life is turned upside down. Without the chance to say goodbye, Cassie is forced into a witness protection program on Emerson Ranch. Just when she fears life is doomed, Cassie meets Shane Emerson, the stunningly handsome cowboy who’ll be posing as her newlywed groom. 

Shane Emerson is determined not to fall for the woman he’s agreed to harbor. Especially since the whole thing was his family’s way of trying to get him hitched. So why is it when he takes Cassie into his home, Shane wants nothing more than to turn their make-believe marriage into more than just a sham? 

In a moment of weakness, Shane steals a kiss. 
In return, Cassie steals his heart. 
Yet before they confess their undying love, 
a hidden danger threatens to tear them apart.

*Although this novel is considered clean romance, it does contain passionate kissing and a few mild curse words.

Goodreads * Amazon

The Kissin' Tour
The delights of Romantic Tension!

Sept. 16 – Launch

17 – TheReading Diaries - Review

-          After learning about Cassie’s story I wanted to adopt her as my own sister and give her the life she always wanted but never had.

-          Pieces of Whimsy - Excerpt and Recipe

Chef John's Easy Apple Pie

        “He always said my pies put him under a spell, and I’m looking forward to the affects of it already.”

      
Cassie gulped down the lump forming in her throat. She couldn’t remember disliking a person so much in all her life.

18 – TheWonderings of One Person - Review

 Even amid the desire, Shane’s main focus was on getting to know her heart because he intended this to be forever. That melted my heart more than any steamy kiss they shared.

19 – I Am a Reader, Not a Writer  - Kissing Quiz?

Are You A Good Kisser?
Go ahead... take the QUIZ!!!  :-D

20 – Mommasez… - Initial Sparks I, A Teaser

“I got it,” Shane offered, coming up from behind. He was quick to move, and none too subtle as he nudged up against her, reaching high overhead to open the cupboard. "

-          Mel’s Shelves - Review

What a fun, clean read! 

I felt like I could relate to his family which is why I enjoyed them so much and look forward to learning more about them in future books!

21 – BookwormLisa - Review

I was pulled into the book from the beginning.  There are kissing scenes, but the book doesn't go farther than the kiss.  This is the kind of romance book that I really enjoy. Sweet with a bit of spice that doesn't make me blush!

22 – A Tiffyfit’s Reading Corner - Excerpt

Though he was certain her cup of cocoa had been as cool as his, all he could taste was the heat.  

-          Sun Mountain Reviews - Frozen Hot Chocolate

23 – GettingYour Read On - Favorite Kissing Scenes

 Today Kimberly and I are going to dish some of our top, favorite kissing moments from movies, TV and books...

"One of my favorite Movie Kisses would have to be from A Walk In The Clouds..."

Review 

Cassie's Cowboy Crave was a fantastic diversion.  I loved it....  A perfect way to spend a few hours by the pool while your kids swim.  :)  (yes, that's exactly how it went for me)

-          Christy’s Cozy Corner - Initial Sparks Excerpt

“A kiss goodbye?” The laughing stopped, and he could swear Cassie’s gaze had landed solidly on his mouth. Shane moistened his lips, suddenly hungry for a taste of hers...  He had to get out of there. And fast.

24 – Tressa’sWishful Endings 

Top Ten Things That Make a Great Romance Novel

I want to get a good grip on the attraction right away. Even if there’s a bit of a love-hate thing going on, I like knowing there’s something brewing, an undeniable attraction no matter how maddening the opposite is.

- The Wonderings of One Person - Inteview!

 It was actually Shane who came to me first, and I loved his story: Two older brothers who’d met their wives through this witness protection thing – I loved the expectations that came along with it, and knew I needed to write his story.

25 - Tressa’s Wishful Endings - Review

I also loved the setting on the ranch. The horses and hard labor, the group meals and gatherings, the camaraderie and the way Shane's family adopts everyone who works there or marries into the family. 

I loved the times when Cassie and Shane went off on walks, rides, or on a picnic. Just the simple things they did to develop their friendship.

26     - What’s Beyond Forks?

This was an addictive little story. I stayed up into the wee hours of the morning reading this book. 

I just couldn't put it down.

Sept. 27-30  Grand Finale

Writing Romance That’s Clean Without Losing the Steam!

Kimberly Krey


I'm a writer of contemporary clean romance, a lover of home, family, & friends, & the ultimate hater of laundry.

A few of my favorite things: Diet Coke, Cafe Rio, and novels by Marcia Lynn McClure.

I do not go anywhere without: SoftLips Chapstick and Altoids Smalls. 

Website * Facebook * Twitter * Goodreads

Giveaway:

$100 Amazon Gift Card + Signed Paperback + Recipes!  (Int'l.)
Sept 16 - Oct 11

See the rafflecopter for restrictions. Must be 18 to enter and able to receive winnings, etc.

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$100 Amazon Giftcard Giveaway & Cowboy Crave Tour

Yay! I'm on tour with Prism Book Tours!

On tour with Prism Book Tours... 

Welcome to... The Kissin' Tour!

Cassie's Cowboy Crave
Sweet Montana Bride Series
by Kimberly Krey
Published July 12, 2013

Twenty-four-year-old Cassie Lovell has a great job, good friends, and an apartment with a killer view. That is, until life is turned upside down. Without the chance to say goodbye, Cassie is forced into a witness protection program on Emerson Ranch. Just when she fears life is doomed, Cassie meets Shane Emerson, the stunningly handsome cowboy who’ll be posing as her newlywed groom. 

Shane Emerson is determined not to fall for the woman he’s agreed to harbor. Especially since the whole thing was his family’s way of trying to get him hitched. So why is it when he takes Cassie into his home, Shane wants nothing more than to turn their make-believe marriage into more than just a sham? 

In a moment of weakness, Shane steals a kiss. 
In return, Cassie steals his heart. 
Yet before they confess their undying love, 
a hidden danger threatens to tear them apart.

*Although this novel is considered clean romance, it does contain passionate kissing and a few mild curse words.

Goodreads * Amazon

Writing Romance That’s Clean Without Losing the Steam!

Kimberly Krey


I'm a writer of contemporary clean romance, a lover of home, family, & friends, & the ultimate hater of laundry.

A few of my favorite things: Diet Coke, Cafe Rio, and novels by Marcia Lynn McClure.

I do not go anywhere without: SoftLips Chapstick and Altoids Smalls. 

Website * Facebook * Twitter * Goodreads

The Kissin' Tour
The delights of Romantic Tension!

Sept. 16 – Launch

17 – TheReading Diaries 

-          Pieces of Whimsy 

18 – TheWonderings of One Person 

-          Rose & Beps Blog 

19 – I Ama Reader, Not a Writer 

-          Proud Book Nerd

20 – Mommasez…

-          Mel’s Shelves 

21 – BookwormLisa 

22 – A Tiffyfit’s Reading Corner

-          Sun Mountain Reviews 

23 – GettingYour Read On

-          Christy’s Cozy Corner

24 – Tressa’sWishful Endings

25 – Icefairy’s Treasure Chest 

-          Tressa’s Wishful Endings 

26     - What’s Beyond Forks?

Sept. 27-30  Grand Finale

Giveaway:

$100 Amazon Gift Card + Signed Paperback + Recipes!  (Int'l.)
Sept 16 - Oct 11

Must be 18 to enter, able to receive winnings. See other applicable restrictions on Rafflecopter.

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Cassie's Cowboy Crave!

It's official - my new western romance novel is now on digital shelves!
Amazon links as follows (Kindle $3.99 Paperback $9.89)

Cassie's Cowboy Crave is about a handsome cowboy from Montana, an adorable editor from Seattle, and a witness protection program that has them posing as husband and wife.  

Twenty-four-year-old Cassie Lovell has a great job, good friends, and an apartment with a killer view. That is, until life is turned upside down. Without the chance to say goodbye, Cassie is forced into a witness protection program on Emerson Ranch. Just when she fears life is doomed, Cassie meets Shane Emerson, the stunningly handsome cowboy who’ll be posing as her newlywed groom.

Shane Emerson is determined not to fall for the woman he’s agreed to harbor. Especially since the whole thing was his family’s way of trying to get him hitched. So why is it when he takes Cassie into his home, Shane wants nothing more than to turn their make-believe marriage into more than just a sham?

In a moment of weakness, Shane steals a kiss.

In return, Cassie steals his heart.
Yet before they confess their undying love,
a hidden danger threatens to tear them apart.

New Release Coming Soon

Okay, so I've been writing. A lot. And editing a lot too. And what have I got to show for it?

That's right, kiddos - a brand new, contemporary western romance novel, which will be sold on Amazon starting Friday, July 12th. (Kindle $3.99 Paperback $9.89)

Cassie's Cowboy Crave is about a handsome cowboy from Montana, an adorable editor from Seattle, and a witness protection program that has them posing as husband and wife.  

Here's my lovely cover, designed by the highly-talented Kelli Ann Morgan.

And here's a quick blurb about the book:

Twenty-four-year-old Cassie Lovell has a great job, good friends, and an apartment with a killer view. That is, until life is turned upside down. Without the chance to say goodbye, Cassie is forced into a witness protection program on Emerson Ranch. Just when she fears life is doomed, Cassie meets Shane Emerson, the stunningly handsome cowboy who’ll be posing as her newlywed groom.

Shane Emerson is determined not to fall for the woman he’s agreed to harbor. Especially since the whole thing was his family’s way of trying to get him hitched. So why is it when he takes Cassie into his home, Shane wants nothing more than to turn their make-believe marriage into more than just a sham?

In a moment of weakness, Shane steals a kiss.

In return, Cassie steals his heart.
Yet before they confess their undying love,
a hidden danger threatens to tear them apart.

So... check it out on Friday.

It'll be fun. And all the cool kids are doing it. 

And you should also drink lots of water - since it's summer - so you don't dehydrate, you know?

You're welcome. Now have a good day and be sure to look both ways.