My Heart Belongs to the Maverick

By Carrie Nichols

On Sale: 1/27/2026
Inspired by the long-running Montana Mavericks book series, Montana Mavericks is now an original movie, airing on The CW and CTV Life Channel!

Her perfect valentine is just within reach 

Ella McIntyre realizes the odds of a gorgeous, sexy cowboy like Ryder Trent falling for a quiet librarian like her are…slim. Life just isn’t like one of her romance novels! Still, as they work together on a Valentine’s fundraiser, he sure seems interested. But he’s made his views on marriage crystal clear, and she doesn’t do casual. Little does she know, she’s got cool and collected Ryder quaking in his boots. The rugged rancher has built walls around his heart, and sweet, “almost a virgin” Ella is about to come crashing through…

From Harlequin Montana Mavericks: 

Legacy of Tenacity

Book 1: My Heart Belongs to the Maverick
ISBN: 9780369765017
Imprint: Harlequin Montana Mavericks
On Sale: Jan 27, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 224
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Western
BISAC 2: FICTION / Small Town & Rural *
BISAC 3: FICTION / Family Life / General
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Carrie Nichols

Biography

Carrie Nichols loves to travel, is addicted to British crime dramas, and knows a Seinfeld quote appropriate for any occasion. She has one tolerant husband, two grown sons, and two critical cats. To her dismay, Carrie’s characters–much like her family–often ignore the wisdom and guidance she lovingly offers. She writes stories that contain heart, home, and humor.

Website: https://carrienichols.com/

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<strong>Inspired by the long-running Montana Mavericks<em> </em>book series, <em>Montana Mavericks</em> is now an original movie, airing on The CW and CTV Life Channel!</strong><br /><br /><strong>Her perfect valentine is just within reach </strong><br /><br />Ella McIntyre realizes the odds of a gorgeous, sexy cowboy like Ryder Trent falling for a quiet librarian like her are…slim. Life just isn’t like one of her romance novels! Still, as they work together on a Valentine’s fundraiser, he sure seems interested. But he’s made his views on marriage crystal clear, and she doesn’t do casual. Little does she know, she’s got cool and collected Ryder quaking in his boots. The rugged rancher has built walls around his heart, and sweet, “almost a virgin” Ella is about to come crashing through…<br /><br /><strong>From Harlequin Montana Mavericks: </strong><br /><br />Legacy of Tenacity<br /><br />Book 1: My Heart Belongs to the Maverick

ISBN: 9780369765017
Imprint: Harlequin Montana Mavericks
On Sale: Jan 27, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 224
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Western
BISAC 2: FICTION / Small Town & Rural *
BISAC 3: FICTION / Family Life / General
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:

Carrie Nichols

Biography

<p>Carrie Nichols loves to travel, is addicted to British crime dramas, and knows a <em>Seinfeld</em> quote appropriate for any occasion. She has one tolerant husband, two grown sons, and two critical cats. To her dismay, Carrie's characters–much like her family–often ignore the wisdom and guidance she lovingly offers. She writes stories that contain heart, home, and humor.</p><p>Website: https://carrienichols.com/</p>gt;