Behind the Pages: How Real Western History Inspires My Fiction
Real Western history is woven into almost every page of my books—from the weather my characters battle to the reasons they come west and the towns they call home. Why History Matters in My Stories When you open one of my Western romances, you are not just stepping...New to Caroline’s Westerns? Start Here
New readers can start with several different Western series depending on whether they want a sweeping family saga, a classic Texas town setting, or a shorter taste-test of Caroline’s voice. This guide walks through a few ideal “on-ramps” and how to choose the right...Historical Texas Towns That Inspire Romance
Romantic Texas Towns That Set the Stage for Love Every romance needs the perfect setting—a backdrop rich with history, mystery, and a sprinkle of frontier grit. While I usually fictionalize the town names so I can take liberties with the layout, see if you can tell...How the American West Captivated Me
My father and Roy Rogers are to blame. Daddy was a fascinating storyteller. Many evenings after supper, he would relate tales of his family after they came to Texas from Georgia in 1877. Mesmerized, I sat spellbound even if he told a story I’d heard before. I...Why Horse Theft Was Punished So Severely in Texas (1865-1890)
Horse theft in Texas between the end of the Civil War and 1890 was considered one of the most serious crimes on the frontier. The severity of punishment stemmed from both the practical importance of horses in frontier life and the inadequate formal law enforcement...
