Picture a storyteller who spins tales of love, laughter, and a touch of mystery from the heart of the Colorado mountains—meet Jennie Marts! A USA Today bestselling author, Marts has charmed readers worldwide with her heartwarming romances and cozy mysteries, blending humor, steam, and small-town charm. Her stories, filled with quirky characters and animal antics, promise a happily ever after that keeps fans coming back for more.
Born in 1967 in Manhattan, Kansas, Marts now lives her own happy ending with her husband, two dogs, and a parakeet who tweets to oldies. Her addiction to Diet Coke and Cheetos fuels her writing, which has earned awards and a devoted fan base. Let’s dive into the world of this beloved author!
The Making of Jennie Marts
Growing up on a Kansas farm, Jennie Marts was no stranger to cowboy life, which later inspired her Western romances. After graduating from Colorado State University, she settled in Colorado Springs, where she worked as a bank teller. A milestone birthday ending in zero sparked a bold decision: to chase her dream of writing. At 45, she self-published her first cozy mystery, proving it’s never too late to start a new chapter. Her husband’s modest goal of selling ten copies to strangers was shattered when her debut soared, downloaded over 100,000 times across 12 countries.
Marts retired from banking to write full-time, drawing on her love for Colorado’s mountains, her husband’s park ranger career, and her family’s hockey passion. Her stories reflect her roots, weaving humor and heart into every page.
Jennie Marts’s Unforgettable Stories
Marts’s books are a delightful genre mashup, blending romance, humor, and mystery. Her Page Turners series, starting with Another Saturday Night and I Ain’t Got No Body (2012), follows a book club in Pleasant Valley, where blind dates and murder keep things lively. Fans adore its witty banter and spunky characters, like 80-year-old Edna. The series’ seven books, each named after a day of the week, are perfect for cozy mystery lovers.
In the Cowboys of Creedence series, Marts saddles up for contemporary Western romance. Caught Up in a Cowboy (2018) features a hockey-playing cowboy returning to his roots, blending sports and spurs with swoon-worthy results. Her Hearts of Montana series, like Tucked Away (2015), pairs city girls with rugged cowboys, while the Bee Keeping Mysteries, including Take the Honey and Run (2023), add a sweet twist to small-town intrigue. Marts’s style—funny, heartfelt, and a little steamy—creates stories that feel like catching up with old friends.
Her characters, flawed yet lovable, navigate love and friendship in quirky towns inspired by Woodland Park or Divide. Animals, from dogs to horses, often steal the show, reflecting Marts’s knack for heartwarming chaos.
Why Jennie Marts Matters
Jennie Marts has carved a niche in romance and cozy mystery, offering escapism with a side of laughter. Her ability to craft relatable heroines and hunky heroes resonates with readers seeking connection and hope. With nearly three dozen books, including a 2024 Holt Medallion win and a Colorado Book Awards finalist nod for Take the Honey and Run, Marts’s impact is undeniable. Her stories celebrate women’s friendships and flawed characters finding love, inspiring fans globally.
By setting her tales in small-town Colorado or Montana, Marts captures the charm of community life, making her books a cozy retreat for readers. Her fan base, active on platforms like Facebook, eagerly awaits each release, cementing her as a beloved voice in contemporary fiction.
About Jennie Marts
- Born: December 21, 1967, in Manhattan, Kansas
- Key Works: Page Turners series, Cowboys of Creedence series, Take the Honey and Run
- Awards: Holt Medallion (2024), Colorado Book Awards finalist (2024)
- Fun Fact: Her parakeet loves oldies music!
Snag Another Saturday Night and I Ain’t Got No Body and dive into Jennie Marts’s laugh-out-loud world of romance and mystery!