Maddie James
Fiction with a pulse—small towns, big drama, perhaps a dash of danger, and a guaranteed satisfying ending.
Welcome to the world of Maddie James—where romance comes in many flavors, from sweet to steamy to spicy, and happily-ever-afters are always guaranteed.
Maddie writes emotional, page-turning love stories rooted in small-town life, often with a twist of suspense, a dash of danger, or even a ghost or two. Her books span contemporary westerns, romantic suspense, and paranormal romance, and feature cowboys, chefs, spunky heroines, and the kind of heroes you don’t forget.
With over 50 titles published, Maddie has built a loyal base of readers who love strong women, rugged men, and small towns with big secrets. Whether you’re looking for a standalone escape or a bingeable series, there’s a Maddie James romance waiting to sweep you off your feet.
Take a look around, pick your heat level, and settle in. Love always wins here—and it’s usually pretty fun getting there.
Award-winning Author
Maddie's first book, THE WILD WEST (Rawhide & Roses), a Kensington Precious Gems romance, received a Calico Trails Cameo Award. RED: A SEDUCTION TALE, claimed first place as the Romance Book Scene's favorite novella of the year. THE COWBOY'S SECRET BABY was a 2021 and 2024 finalist in the Imaginareum Imadjinn Awards.
Her writing book, DISCOVER YOUR WRITE PATH TO PUBLISHING SUCCESS finaled in the 2024 NN Light Book Award's nonfiction category.
Affair de Coeur said Maddie, “shows a special talent for traditional romance,” and RT Book Reviews claimed, “James deftly combines romance and suspense, so hop on for an exhilarating ride.”
Maddie is a member of Romance Writers of America and Novelist's Inc.
