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RaeAnne Thayne

RaeAnne Thayne graduated from college with a degree in journalism. She soon became a reporter for the local newspaper and quickly moved up to editor. She developed a love of romances and sold her first book in 1995. She has also won several awards and honors including: three-time Rita nominee, 2012 Colorado Romance Writers Award of Excellence, and 2010 RT Reviewers Choice for best Silhouette Special Edition. Her titles include: Light the Stars, A Cold Creek Secret, A Thunder Canyon Christmas, and Fortune's Woman. In 2014 her title Starstruck, as part of the book Together for Christmas, made Harlequin's Hot Romance List. RaeAnne is also the author of the Haven Point Series. The fifth book in the series, Snowfall on Haven Point, made the New York Times bestseller list in 2016

Genres: Romance, Romantic Suspense

New and upcoming books

June 2025

The Lost Book of First Loves

October 2025

Snow Kissed

Series

Home in Whiskey Creek
   1. Endangered (1996)
     aka The Mating Game
   2. In Too Deep (1997)
   3. Fireworks (1997)
   4. Sweet Justice (1998)

Outlaw Hartes
   1. Star Valley Winter (2002)
   2. Springtime in Salt River (2002)
   3. Return to Star Valley (2002)

Searchers
   1. Hiding in Park City (2003)
   2. Nothing to Lose (2004)
     aka Lost in Cottonwood Canyon
   3. Home in Cottonwood Canyon (2005)
   4. Back on Bittercreek Ranch (2005)
   5. Autumn Chill in Utah Springs (2006)
   6. Shelter from the Storm (2007)
   7. Rainforest Honeymoon (2007)

Cowboys of Cold Creek
   1. Light the Stars (2006)
   2. Dancing in the Moonlight (2006)
   3. Dalton's Undoing (2006)
     aka Snowfall in Cold Creek
   4. The Cowboy's Christmas Miracle (2008)
   5. A Cold Creek Homecoming (2009)
   6. A Cold Creek Holiday (2009)
   7. A Cold Creek Secret (2010)
   8. A Cold Creek Baby (2010)
   9. Christmas in Cold Creek (2011)
   10. A Cold Creek Reunion (2012)
   11. A Cold Creek Noel (2012)
   12. A Cold Creek Christmas Surprise (2013)
   12.5. Starstruck (2017)
   13. The Christmas Ranch (2014)
   14. A Cold Creek Christmas Story (2015)
   15. The Holiday Gift (2016)
   16. The Rancher's Christmas Song (2017)
     aka A Christmas Song

Women of Brambleberry House
   1. The House on Cannon Beach (2007)
   2. Reunion on Rocky Shores (2007)
   3. A Soldier's Secret (2008)
   4. A Soldier's Return (2019)
   5. A Brambleberry Summer (2021)
   6. A Beach House Beginning (2024)

Hope's Crossing
   1. Blackberry Summer (2011)
   2. Woodrose Mountain (2012)
   3. Sweet Laurel Falls (2012)
   4. Currant Creek Valley (2013)
   5. Willowleaf Lane (2013)
   6. Christmas in Snowflake Canyon (2013)
   7. Wild Iris Ridge (2014)
   All is Bright (2022)

Haven Point
   1. Snow Angel Cove (2014)
   2. Redemption Bay (2015)
   3. Evergreen Springs (2015)
   4. Riverbend Road (2016)
   5. Snowfall on Haven Point (2016)
   6. Serenity Harbor (2017)
   7. Sugar Pine Trail (2017)
   8. The Cottages on Silver Beach (2018)
   9. Season of Wonder (2018)
   10. Coming Home for Christmas (2019)
   A Haven Point Beginning (2020)
   11. Summer at Lake Haven (2020)

Cape Sanctuary
   1. The Cliff House (2019)
   2. The Sea Glass Cottage (2020)
   3. The Path to Sunshine Cove (2021)
   4. Summer at the Cape (2022)
   5. The Cafe at Beach End (2023)

Shelter Springs
1. Christmas at the Shelter Inn (2023)
2. The December Market (2024)

Novels

   Wild Streak (1996)
   Saving Grace (2000)
   Renegade Father (2001)
   The Quiet Storm (2003)
   Freefall (2003)
   Christmas At Holiday House (2020)
   Sleigh Bells Ring (2021)
   15 Summers Later (2024)
   Snow Kissed (2025)

Collections

   A Western Christmas Sampler (2016) (with B J Daniels and Maisey Yates)
   Holiday Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses (2017) (with others)
   Sweet Summer Breezes (2018) (with others)
   The Lost Book of First Loves (2025)

Novellas and Short Stories

Hope on Sage Flats (2019)
aka A Mother’s Hope

Series contributed to

Way Out West
6. Secluded at Broken Spur Ranch (1999) (with Melissa Senate)
aka The Wrangler and the Runaway Mom

Logan's Legacy
14. Snowbound in Sweetwater Ranch (2005)
aka Intimate Surrender / Snowed In at the Ranch

Wilder Family
6. Reunited in Walnut River (2008)
aka A Merger...Or Marriage?

Fortunes of Texas: Return to Red Rock
5. Change of Fortune (2009) (with Mona Shroff)
aka Fortune's Woman / The Five-Day Reunion

Montana Mavericks : Thunder Canyon Cowboys
6. A Thunder Canyon Christmas (2010)

Omnibus editions show

RaeAnne Thayne recommends

Rustler Mountain (2025)
(Rustler Mountain, book 1)
Maisey Yates
"Saddle up for a fabulous ride through the captivating landscape of Rustler Mountain by Maisey Yates. With her trademark charm and wit, Yates delivers a heartwarming tale that will leave readers breathless and longing for more."

The Perfect Rom-Com (2025)
Melissa Ferguson
"Melissa Ferguson delivers yet another sparkling, laugh-out-loud romance! THE PERFECT ROM-COM is a heartwarming story about chasing your dreams, discovering your voice, and finding love where you least expect it. With unforgettable characters and delightful humor, this novel is perfect for anyone who believes in second chances--both in love and in life."

The Seaside Library (2023)
Brenda Novak
"I adore everything Brenda Novak writes. Her books are compelling, emotional, tender stories about people I would love to know in real life."

Wedding Season (2022)
(Carolina Girls, book 3)
Michelle Major
"The Magnolia Sisters is sheer delight, filled with humour, warmth and heart...I loved everything about it."

The Shell Collector (2021)
Nancy Naigle
"The Shell Collector is a beautiful, emotional story about the glorious sunrise that can come after a dark night, about surviving loss and finding hope and joy again. Amanda, Maeve, and the entire cast will break your heart and then heal it all over again."

Lost in Paris (2021)
Elizabeth Thompson
"Lost in Paris is as delicious as a fresh, colorful macaron. With vivid descriptions, compelling characters, and a fascinating look into the past, Elizabeth Thompson has created a lovely story guaranteed to take readers on a journey they won’t forget."

From Rome With Love (2020)
Kate Lloyd
"Christmas in Rome is always a good idea."

Wild Nights in Texas (2020)
(Lone Star Ridge, book 3)
Delores Fossen
"Delores Fossen's books are guarenteed to make you smile."

Christmas on Reindeer Road (2020)
(Highland Falls, book 2)
Debbie Mason
"Heartfelt and delightful!."

The Bitter and Sweet of Cherry Season (2020)
Molly Fader
"An emotional, tender, simply wonderful book. Once you start, you won't be able to put it down until you discover all the secrets within."

Starting Over at Blueberry Creek (2020)
(Sweetwater Springs, book 4)
Annie Rains
"I can't wait for my next visit to sweetwater springs!."

Low Country Christmas (2019)
(Safe Haven , book 3)
Lee Tobin McClain
"It's emotional, tender, and an all-round wonderful story."

What Happens in Summer (2018)
(At the Shore, book 2)
Caridad Piñeiro
"The perfect escape! Tender, funny and sexy."

Wanted: Texas Daddy (2017)
(Texas Legacies: The Lockharts, book 4)
Cathy Gillen Thacker
"Cathy Gillen Thacker is the go-to author for fun and emotional western romances."

Their Pretend Amish Courtship (2017)
(Amish Bachelors, book 4)
Patricia Davids
"Tender and gentle, with two delightful characters who truly belong together. A lovely read."

Christmas Comes to Main Street (2016)
(Briar Creek, book 5)
Olivia Miles
"A warm, tender story overflowing with emotion."

Unschooling the Professor (2014)
Teri Wilson
"A delightful story full of charm, wit, and heart...a truly romantic tale."

Treasure on Lilac Lane (2014)
(Jewell Cove, book 2)
Donna Alward
"Donna Alward writes with emotion and heart."

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