Picture a Texas cattle ranch, where vegan cows adore their storyteller owner—meet Carly Bloom! This bestselling romance author traded family humor blogs for steamy cowboy tales, capturing hearts with her 'Once Upon a Time in Texas' series. With small-town charm and reluctant heroes, Bloom’s stories blend wit, heart, and a touch of Lone Star magic.
From her South Texas ranch, Bloom crafts contemporary romances that drag rugged cowboys into modern love, 'kicking and screaming.' Her knack for humor and authentic characters has made her a beloved voice in western romance, perfect for fans craving swoon-worthy happily-ever-afters.
The Making of Carly Bloom
Carly Bloom’s journey to romance stardom began in an unexpected place: parenting blogs. As a family humor columnist, she chronicled life with her husband and children, but when her kids hit the age of mortifying embarrassment, she pivoted to fiction. Living on a cattle ranch in South Texas, Bloom found inspiration in the dusty boots and wide-open plains around her. Her vegan lifestyle—yes, on a cattle ranch—adds a quirky twist, endearing her to both readers and her bovine neighbors.
Before romance, Bloom’s sharp wit shone in columns, but the allure of crafting love stories with bare-chested cowboys proved irresistible. Her transition wasn’t just a career shift; it was a leap into a genre where she could blend humor, heat, and heart, all rooted in her Texas roots.
Carly Bloom’s Unforgettable Stories
Bloom’s 'Once Upon a Time in Texas' series is her crown jewel, kicking off with 'Big Bad Cowboy' in 2018. This debut, a modern twist on 'You’ve Got Mail,' follows Travis Blake, a veteran fixing up his ranch, and Maggie, a tomboy tired of being 'one of the guys.' It’s funny, steamy, and sweet, earning praise for its relatable characters and laugh-out-loud moments.
'Cowboy Come Home,' the second book, dives into second-chance romance with Claire Kowalski and Ford Jarvis, a cowboy convinced his family is cursed in love. Readers adore its heartwarming mix of family, heartbreak, and redemption. 'Must Love Cowboys,' a Beauty and the Beast retelling, pairs shy librarian Alice Martin with dyslexic cowboy Beau Montgomery in a fake-dating romp that turns real. The novella 'It’s All About That Cowboy' delivers a quick, swoony second-chance tale between Jessica Acosta and sheriff Casey Long.
Bloom’s style is a masterclass in balance: flirty banter, steamy chemistry, and small-town quirks, all wrapped in Texas authenticity. Her heroes are reluctant but lovable, her heroines bold and witty, and her stories tackle modern issues like dyslexia and heartbreak with humor and grace.
Why Carly Bloom Matters
Carly Bloom has carved a niche in contemporary romance by infusing western tropes with modern flair. Her Big Verde, Texas, feels like a real place you’d want to visit, with characters who linger like old friends. Fans and critics, from Entertainment Weekly to Lori Wilde, praise her for crafting stories that are sexy, smart, and sensational, appealing to readers who love Susan Elizabeth Phillips or Jennifer Ryan.
Her impact lies in making cowboy romance accessible and fresh, blending humor with heartfelt themes. Bloom’s vegan-cowboy-ranch life adds intrigue, proving romance authors can be as vibrant as their stories. She’s a rising star who’s redefining the genre, one swoony cowboy at a time.
- Key Works: 'Big Bad Cowboy,' 'Cowboy Come Home,' 'Must Love Cowboys,' 'It’s All About That Cowboy'
- Genre: Contemporary Western Romance
- Fun Fact: Bloom is vegan, and her cows love her!
Snag 'Big Bad Cowboy' and dive into Carly Bloom’s steamy, heartfelt Texas tales—you’ll be hooked!