Rosanne's Guestbook

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Dear Rosanne,

I got a kindle for Christmas and I'm so excited for the Savage Destiny series to come out for the kindle. Now I can make the text bigger so I can read my favorite series again. I will be buying the ones you already have for a kindle e-book today. Thank you so much, I love your books.

Karen (24 January 2012)

Rosanne:

I have enjoyed all of your books that I have read so far. Can't remember all of them but they were wonderful. Hope you start new series soon. I enjoyed the Savage Destiny ones. They really hold your attention. I am looking forward to getting more of them.

Thank you for your wonderful stories.

Mary Ann (23 January 2012)

Dear Readers:

One of my fans, Maggie Blackbird, has emailed me to let me know that she has written an outstanding review of OREGON BRIDE on her blog. She has kindly given me permission to share it with you.

It is a long review, and contains "Spoilers," so I will excerpt it here and then give you the URL so that you can read the entire review if you wish to.

On 6 October 2011, Maggie wrote:

Published in the early nineties, the book’s narration has an old-school feel since Ms. Bittner refrains from using third person limited, and does a wee bit of telling instead of showing. Still, her writing holds up, along with the story and characters, otherwise I wouldn’t recommend this novel, or bother re-reading it for the bazillionth time. As a matter of fact, I love this story so much that I purchased two copies (my dog ate the first one), the second bought right from the author, which she kindly autographed. . . .

The widow Marybeth MacKinder has no choice but to travel from New York to Oregon with her in-laws. A single mother, she has nobody to look after her child if she decides to stay behind, because she’ll have to work in order to support herself and baby Danny. Plus, there isn’t a chance in hell her abusive in-laws will allow a mere woman to dare leave their family. . . . When the family stops in Independence, Marybeth encounters Joshua Rivers for the first time by accidently bumping into him. . . .

Ms. Bittner does a wonderful job with character growth. She delves deep into the portrayal of an abused woman who spent her first fifteen years working hard, but knowing love and security through her parents’ gentle hands. After their deaths, she is left without a choice but to marry Dan MacKinder or starve. The dramatic change in Marybeth’s life is well fleshed out in the first chapter. You see a woman longing for something better, but has no idea how to get away. . . .

Each character, besides the MCs are three dimensional and likeable. . . . Ms. Bittner...uses external and internal conflict, secondary characters who complement the story without overshadowing the hero and heroine, character growth, and unforeseen tragedies that force the MCs to make hasty but smart decisions.

The tragedies that the group encounters along the way are realistic and heartbreaking. Ms. Bittner’s use of setting and historical accuracy blends seamlessly into the tale.

Even if you aren’t a historical fan, you’ll still be sucked into the novel. What are you waiting for? Head to an online bookstore and purchase OREGON BRIDE for yourself. Or do as I did and ask Ms. Bittner if she has a copy on hand you can buy!

Read the entire review here.

Ms. Brittner--

I just had to contact you to tell you that I have not read a book in almost 2 years as touching or emotional as your Arizona Bride. I think the other books that have touched me as much has been Catherine Anderson's Comanche Moon and Linda Leal Miller's McKettrick's Choice. I love Western Historical novels.

[Arizonz Bride] has so much in it -- "I LOVED IT" -- couldn't put it down, it may me cry several times!!!  The emotional scenes you put into it are "awesome."  This should be made into a mini series!!! You are a GREAT writer.

I am now getting to know you; so far I have read 3 of your books. ..today I am starting to read "Caress".

Thank you and please continue to write more novels. There are few writers who can touch the heart like you do, especially of us dreamers!!!

Maggie

Dear Rosanne-

I just finished all 7 of the Destiny Savage books. I just wanted to let you know what a beautiful series you wrote. Thank goodness I still have some of your books still to read, because I don't think I could read another author at this time. You are a very gifted writer and I have actually learned more reading your books than I did in all of my history classes, even college courses. I'm now passing the series on to my friends and co-workers to read, but have instructed them to please return, they will be read again in the future, I know. Thanks for Abbie-girl and Zeke's story.

Your Fan Forever,

Tonya (30 June 2011)

Dear Mrs. Bittner,

I want to tell you how VERY much I LOVE your writtings, You just bring it all so real & you feel as tho you were there, living the pain, love, joy, heartache with the characters in each book. I so love all you write. 'Sweet Mouintain Magic' was beyond wonderful. PLEASE do not stop writting especially about the Mountains & all the wonderful history you give your readers of every area. I so love the wilderness series you write of...keep up the wonderful work.

an avid fan

Linda (30 June 2011)

Hi, Rosanne--

I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your creative mind with all of us. My goal is to read all of your books, and I must say that so far I haven't read one that hasn't totally swept me away from our current world. I have currently been on a mission to get all the Savage Destiny books and I have finally got them all. I'm now into the 2nd book and OH MY what a pair, Zeke and Abbie. The best part is I still have 5 to go and I'm so hooked, probably won't be much cookng, cleaning, and/or T.V. watching these next few weeks. Guess I'll call it my staycation.

Your Hooked Fan Forever-

Tonya (26 May 2011)

Dear Rosanne,

Thank you so very much for the book marker and other wonderful things you sent me! It was very much appreciated!

Please keep me posted on your new book! I'm reading one of yours now, Loves Bounty, that I have read over and over! So I am definitely ready for your next one.

Thank you for writing so many great, interesting, historical, can't put down books and I look so forward to the next one!

Thanks again Rosanne!

Karen (21 April 2011)

Re: Savage Destiny:

There was never a series of books I enjoyed more. I have been reading my whole life and I just became 57. It is my great passion. I recieved the Kindle for Christmas but I don't think anything will replace a book for me.

I have never read an author I enjoyed more or learmed more from than Rosanne Bittner.

Nan (28 March 2011)

Hi Rosanne,

I keep looking for more western romance books to come out written by you but it is hard to find them in stores. I have all the books you have written and also Dorothy Garlocks. You both are my favorite authors. Thanks for all the good reading you have given me.

Margaret (26 January 2011)

I just wanted to let you know that I love your books. My favorite book you ever wrote is Thunder on the Plains.

I hope Paradise Valley does get published because I can't wait to read it. I wish you would tell the publishers that as a reader I am sick of seeing vampire, viking, alien and so on, on the shelves of the stores. I have been waiting impatiently to see native american historical romances instead, written by Rosanne Bittner. You are the best writer in these types of books,and you tend to write sequels which people love also. Would love to see a continuation of Colt and Sunny's story.

Thanks again for all the good work you have done.

(26 January 2011)

Rosanne,

You have and always will be one of my favorite authors. I LOVE your books. A few years ago I was able to get some copies of your older books from you and it was so appreciated.You signed them for me and I will always treasure them.

I keep checking your website to see if your new Book Paradise Valley is coming out. I find it very frustrating that the publishers are not publishing good old western romances. I have collected a lot of my old favorites and will keep them to read over again as you don't often find good romances anymore. My favorite have always been western romances. I also prefer a good heartwarming story and that is what you have always written.

I hope that your new book is published soon as I am quite anxious to read it.

Brenda from Red Deer, Alberta, Canada (13 January 2011)

Hi Rosanne,

I just wanted you to know that I've read all your series books and alot of your indiviual book and I love them all. My favorite of course is the Savage Destiny series with Zeke and Abby.

What I love about all your books is that you feel like your really there, you can see what they see, feel what they feel and cry when they cry. I too have read books by Nora Robert, Danielle Steele and Johanne Linsey and their books do not compare to yours, nothing against those other writers but I have never felt so much emotion reading theirs as I have reading your books.

And it's time to have another good old fashion western love story again. I can't wait for your new book to come out. YES publishers we still do like OLD WESTERN ROMANCE NOVELS.

Thank for the wonderful stories Rosanne. You can send this to your publisher if you want.

Kirs (12 January 11)

Hi Rosanne~

I have just re-read your book Sweet Mountain Magic which I feel might also be called "Venado" (Little Deer). What a beautiful love story! The love between Sage and Mary (his Venado)is so heartwarming. You can almost feel the love in their hearts and the pain of separation.

I have all of your books and have read and re-read all of them. Some of my favorites are of course the Savage Destiny series about Abigail and Zeke Monroe, the Blue Hawk series, Montana Woman, Shadow of the Mountains, Wildest Dreams, etc,etc. But Venado stands out for the deep love between Sage and Mary.

Thanks again for the wonderful moments where I am whisked away to those beautiful mountains of the Rockies where I can smell the sweet scent of pine and even the husky smell of leather. Your books are the very best, and I hope you continue writing these wonderful epics.

Your fan in California,

Barbara (5 January 2011)

Hi Rosanne,

I check your website almost daily waiting for the good news from your publisher. You are one of my favorite authors and am now reading the Blue Hawk series for the third time!

So please keep on pestering your publisher and let them know that you have a big fan base out there waiting for this new book.

Thanks,

Sue (4 January 2011)

Dear Mrs Bittner,

I have just finished reading the Savage Destiny Series, again. I usually never read a book twice, but I do LOVE to read about the Monroe family. This was the third time I've read the series and it always touches my heart!!!

Is there anyway you could write another series like this one in the 1800's with some Native Americans in it and lots of romance??? It would be super if you could write another similar story like the Savage Destiny Series!!!!!

You write wonderful books! Maybe I will find out if you could think at least about writing another wonderful story like "the Monroe family". Thank you so much for reading my long note, but I had to let you know, how I felt about your books!

Thank you, take care and God bless!!

(3 January 2011)

Rosanne,

I have read several Nora Roberts books. Sorry she can not hold a candle to your writing. So I am making the statements from knowledge.

Since it has been so long that I have had a new read from My favorite Author Rosanne Bittner, I started reading Dorothy Garlock. They publish her books. She stays in the early years periods. Her books are all the same though if you read many of them she almost changes the names and the story remains the same! and she still gets published. THIS IS JUST CRAZY TO ME.

Sandra Brown is another. I have read some of her books but alot do not interest me. She has written a few Indian books but NOTHING compared to you. Sorry to all those Authors I named in this email, Nothing against ya'lls writings, you just do not suit my taste.

Rosanne I have been a fan since 1980's. "Savage Destiny" series was my first and will always be my favorite. (I waited MANY years for 'Eagles Song'.) I still wait on "Blue Hawk" series book#4. I will wait til I take my last breath. Hoping it will get written.

Sincerely,

Carla (28 December 2010)

Dear Rosanne,

My name is Carla and i have written to you several times. My email has been changed but I remain the same!

I found the fist 2 books in the Savage Destiny series 'Sweet Prairie Passion'. Book #2, Book #3, book #4, Book #5, book #6 (my heart broke -- Lone Eagle was gone.) Almost 20yrs later book #7 came out and I was weeping from first to last page.Such an emotional book. That entire series was like a never ending ride. I have to date read it 12 times.

I have reread all Rosanne Books again. I need to read her books that much!!

Carla (25 December 2010)

I will never be satisfied with another story now that I have read "The Savage Destiny" Series! "Song of the Wolf" is my other favorite along with the "Mystic Indian" series. Can you recommend where to go from here?

Do you have plans to re-release any of your collections as ebooks? (I see the 2 from Steeple Hill - but already read them....) I recently got a Kindle and am searching for another story to get lost in......

(9 December 2010)

Hello...

I have just finished your book.. Montana Woman. This is the first time I have read one of your books and I am now a devoted fan. I got it used when my son's library had some books for sale.

I love western romance stories. Joline was wonderful if a bit careless at times. She was warm hearted and brave. Clint was a tortured soul but he found peace and love after he let himself love Joline.

Keep writing such wonderful stories!

Sincerely, Maurine (6 December 2010)

Dear Rosanne,

I have read every book you have written, and I love them all. Please give this to your publisher, because I would truly love to read a new Bittner book. They are the best. There are still many people who love a good western romance, and yours are by far the best. Please publish Rosanne's book!!!

Elsie

Re: Savage Destiny

I always thought these kind of books were for older woman. My grandma one day just said I promise you will love them. I'm only nineteen and i don't think there is any book as amazing as these out there! i laughed and cried so hard I felt like I was part of the family.

Steph, A teenage fan (21 October 10)

Dear Rosanne,

I love to read but can be very picky about what I want. I was at my local library two days ago trying to find something to read and came across Mystic Dreamers and Mystic Visions. I have always been fasinated by the old west and the Native Americans.

I came straight home and started reading, I finished Mystic Dreamers that same night (stayed up until 2am) and the next morning when I got up I started Mystic Visions and finished it that night as well.

I love your books! You are an amazing author! I could picture Rising Eagle and Buffalo Dreamer in my head perfectly! I am so excited to read Mystic Warriors! I am hooked for life! I will be finding as many of your books as I can!

Thank you so much for your amazing work!

Amanda (3 October 2010)

Ahhhhhhh.......another winner!! :-) I just finished re-reading "This Time Forever" about Lilly Branigan from Scotland. What a wonderful story! Although I know what is happening, I can't put the book down. It stays fresh each time I read it again. I look forward to going to bed each night with one of your books!

Thanks so much for all the hard work you put into writing these stories. They give us a lift out of everyday humdrum things and take us to other times and lands far removed from today. Now, what to re-read next? Maybe "Wildest Dreams"! They are all so good!!!

There used to be a magazine called "Ladies' Home Companion". What is that? One of Rosanne Bittner's books! :-)

Blessings,

Barbara (20 September 10)

Hi Rosanne

Just finished re-reading THUNDER ON THE PLAINS! Exceptional! Another winner.

Each time I re-read one of your books, it is as exciting as the first time. I really love how you describe the ladies' clothes. So beautiful. In this story, Sunny was so sweet and stayed that way. What a wonderful ending. Loved it!! :-)

KOKO..."Keep on keepin' on!" :-)

Barbara (24 August 2010)

Dear Rosanne Bittner,

Thank you for writing "Walk by Faith!"

I read at work while my infant students are napping. I sometimes have trouble finding stories I can believe in. I have recently rediscovered the Christian Fiction market at my new library. There are, as there were in Pittsburgh, few Urban books in that category, but I can from time to time find myself enjoying the historical stories.

I believe you did an exceptional job with, "Walk by Faith." The Oregon Trail was such a long time ago, pretty much another America entirely, but such a great part of our history. You have brought it alive for me in a million ways, so much that I am tempted to write a screenplay about it. There used to be Westerns all the time, but always male dominated. I found your story so refreshing, very much alive and easy to identify with.

A fan, 2 August 2010

Dear Rosanne,

You changed my life from non-reader to readerrrrrrrrr.

I was doing a good deed for my aunt of 80 years young. She read all the time and stayed up late at night to finish a book more nights then I could count. I saw a sale on used books at our local library. I purchased a big box packed with books.

I decided to see what all the to do was about that would keep a person up at all hours of the night. I picked up a book,did not know who Rosanne Bittner was. I began to scan the pages. Before I knew it I was into that book. I did not want to put it down. I stopped long enough to see if that Rosanne Bittner was on any of the other books. Yes! She was. I realized it was a series. It was The Savage Destiny Series. Zeke and Abby.

That was the beginning of my reading. I packed up all the books to give to aunt, but not my Rosanne. I do not watch Tv or movies. Reading is my world now. There are many of us out here who still love the old west pioneers.

Need more old west books!

Carol (23 June 10)

I happened to come across Texas Embrace and Texas Passions and bought them to read. I never expected to be totally swepted away. Now I buy and read any of your books I run across. My friends and co-worker all read and share books with one another, needless to say, they now are hooked on Rosanne. Thanks and can't wait to read another one. Happy writing.

A true fan and follower,

Tonya (2 June 2010)

Notice to all Fans of Rosanne's books!

My name is Carla. I consider myself Rosanne's #1 fan; I'm sure a lot of you feel the same way. From what I am hearing and learning of the Publishing World, NUMBERS mean everything. They go by what sells.

We as Rosanne fans need to bombard the publishers with demands for more westerns from our favorite writers. They still have a lot of fans and need to be availiable to make new ones!

I been a fan since that first book hit the shelf 30 yrs ago. I own all but a few. Sweet Prairie Passion and Blue Hawk series are my favorites but each has a special place in my heart! I have read and reread many times. Sometimes I just need one of her books.

There's been such a dry spell that I am moved to action,and I am pleading with all of you -- if you want MORE Good Ol'Bittner books, Stand up and be counted! Let's ask the publishers to give us what we want, NOT what they tell us we want! I bet there's more interested than we know.

Say a prayer and believe we can make this happen!

Carla (19 May 2010)

Dearest Rosanne,

Your Books are my treasures.

Your books have been a part of life since the late 70's. I was a young women looking for books to read. I am an avid reader. I have all of your books except the inspirational series. I love the Westerns and Native Indians.

You touch my heart and I am in desperate need of one of your books it has been wayyyyy tooooo long since I have had a good NEW read!

I reread your books like a cool drink of water to a thirsty soul. Please Publishers give the readers what we want.

Sincerly, Carla (13 May 2010)

Rosanne,

I am so excited about your new book. I love all Rosanne Bittner books but your old west romances are my favorite. I have re-read many of your books and I can't wait for a new one. I own everyone of your books. You are one of the authors that I will not get rid of your books after I read them. I have tried other western romance authors but NO ONE compares to you. Keep writing and I'll keep reading. I thank the Lord for making authors as good as you.

A Long time fan,

Wendy (9 April 2010)

Dear Rosanne,

just want to take a moment and thank you for the pure joy reading one of your books brings me.

I love to read but had gotten away from it for some time. I guess the everyday routine and stresses of working, being a single parent trying to raise two children and just plain old trying to find myself.

Anyway, I just happened to find a book of yours to start reading. It was "Song of the Wolf". Oh my goodness.....what an impact that book has had on me. I can't even describe it. Yes, it an historical romance (which I love) but it goes way beyond the romance genre. I can only imagine the amount of research you did to write this book. I love history and especially the 1800 time period. I am especially drawn to the American Indian and their plight. You have nailed all the emotions as well as an accurate account of the history. There is really "no fluff" to this book and I am keeping it forever to re-read often.

I have since read many of your books and I enjoy all of them but am particularly interested in the ones involving the American Indian. I now have two "forever to keep" books and they are "Song of the Wolf" and "Commanche Moon" by Catherine Anderson. I love you both!!

I look forward to any new books you might have and hope you can get your agent to understand how much MANY of us love historical romances. Keep up the wonderful work you do.

Thank You, your forever fan,

Beverly

Rosanne,

I am 22 and I first read your bittersweet heart wrenching amazing story with Zeke and Abby when I was 14 years old. It was such a struggle but I finally found a copy of all of them in the series. Granted they are all taped together; some very trickily I must say. I live in South Dakota. I am Native American, Ojibway by blood and Dakota raised. I practice much of the same religion you wrote about granted with some differences.

I am buying a Kindle device through Amazon and I was so sad to see that there was only one of your books availible through it. I wish there were more! You can count on that one being in my library though :-).

My husband of 3 years was always getting mad at me for "reading all the time" my "stupid love stories" yada yada ya! Well I told him he shouldnt judge them or me before at least reading one for himself! He said "Fine I will, Pick one" He is currently almost finished with Book 1 in Savage Destiny Series and LOVES IT!!!!!!!

My KUDOS to you! He is a very hard man to get to read a book -- he's a throwback to the 1800's, would rather be out doing something in the yard or getting a ceremony together or a sweat or something -- not reading! You are an amazing author and together he and I are reading this series. It's such an intimate thing, something I never thought we would do together! Thank you for all the hours of enjoyment!

Ashley

Dear Rosanne,

I can't thank you enough for Outlaw Hearts. It is, and always will be, my favorite. I'd love to go into more detail about which scenes are my favorite, but I'll save that for another letter.

Yesterday I finished Book Six of the Savage Destiny series and Zeke & Abbie's story just kept getting better with each book. What a beautiful story! A masterpiece! I cried and cried and cried. And I'm not finished yet. I still have Book Seven. And when I finish that I'm going to go right back to Book One and read Savage Destiny all over again, knowing it will be even better the second time.

Is it really true that there was a ten year gap between Book Six and Book Seven? Wow. I didn't realize that until just last night. I always thought you planned to tell this story as a series from the very beginning. Thank you for not only entertaining us with the best love stories ever, but for also educating us about the history of the American Indians at the same time. I learned so much. You really are an amazing writer. We need to get you on Oprah!

Take Care!

Love, Carol

Dear Rosanne,

Having just lost my firstborn son, and my only daughter earlier to a tortuous murder, I find your books are such an immense help (along with my faith in the Lord). Your books take me from my everyday cares and tears to the cares of another time: a lovely lady trekking along with a wagon train, the beautiful scenery of Montana where I can almost smell the sweet scent of the pines and forest, and I can almost smell the woody smoke from the campfires of the People as they go about their daily lives.

You have such a gift of describing the locales and emotions of the characters that I am taken from my tears into another realm where I can share the worries and concerns of other families. I love it when the books are continued into another story of the same family. God has given you this gift and blest us with your talent. I am honored to be your fan and friend. I pray you will be giving us more stories especially of the Northwest/Plains Indians and pioneers. Two of my favorites are Montana Woman and In the Shadow of the Mountains. So many are my favorites! I will be looking forward to Tennessee Bride as a continuing saga before I drift off to sleep each night with my book on my pillow. :-)

God bless and thank you.

Love, Barbara

Ms. Bittner,

I have been looking for HEART'S SURRENDER for years. I am 34 years old and I read this book when I was 13 years old. It was the first book I ever read that I wasn't forced to. My love for reading was born from your story of Adam and Andrea. I can remember this story so clearly that at times I'm almost scared to read it again for fear it won't live up to my memories but if 21 years later I can still remember how I felt when Adam finds her and reunites her with her sons, there had to be something special in those pages. So thanks for writing tthe story that introduced me to my love of reading. I will have to check out your other books. I'm sure I have read plenty already and just never knew it was you.

Thanks and good luck with your new stories. I'll be watching for them.

Moronda

Dear Rosanne,

I accidentally came across Montana Woman, and couldn't put it down. What a story! I was so impressed that I checked out the next two books our library has, Into the Valley and Into the Prairie. Absolutely great storytelling.

I have ordered Embers of the Heart for my next read, and intend to eventually read them all.

In my opinion, you are as good as my favorite male authors, which include: L'Amour, Brand, Johnstone and Compton, among others.

Question: are you going to put out another in the Wilderness series, telling about the rebuilding of the farm and eventual entry of the half-Indian boy into their lives?

You certainly don't intend to keep us wondering. That would leave a big hole in your readers' experience.

Thanks for "can't put it down" writing.

Doug

I just wanted to take a moment to send a note on how wonderful your books are. I have been reading your books since I was in 8th grade (I have always been an avid reader). Several of your stories have stayed in my collection and I have read them over and over. "Song of the Wolf" is probably one of my favorites and I have read it no less than 20 times. It even helped me pass a history test in college when I was able to recall factual information for an impromptu essay on the American Indian! Anyway, thanks for all you do, and I can't wait to read more!

Sincerely,

Jenifer

Dear Rosanne,

I must admit that my grandmother was one of your biggest fans. She loved your writing about Native Americans and The Old West. She has since passed on and my mom, me and my daughter have been given the books she owned and she had alot of your books and I must say I can see why you were her favorite author.

I wish my grandmother was still alive with us so I could give her some of your newest books, but she passed on a few years back. I just wanted to let you know you brought great joy in my grandmother's life and now in ours.

Thank you!!!

God Bless

Kristie

Dear Rosanne:

I picked up a copy of "Song of the Wolf" at a used book store - the first of your novels I have read. It won't be the last as I will look for your other novels now. Your writing powerfully brought the characters to life and I don't think I've ever shed so many tears reading a book. I am crying again typing this, I was so moved.

I know I cried as a young teen reading "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee" and realizing man's inhumanity to man and feeling shame and sorrow. Although my own western Canadian history was a lot less bloody, we were more subtle in our prejudice. We are still trying to heal the harm done our native peoples through the residential school system and neglect on the reserves. I am happy many aboriginal people have and are regaining their pride in themselves and knowledge of their culture. It is through knowledge we truly understand ourselves and each other and realize we are all just human. You are helping to educate the rest of us about early Native American life and beliefs, as well as telling a moving and heartfelt romance story.

I will look for more of your novels now, even though I will have to face an emotional roller coaster. It's worth it. Thank you.

Teresa

Dear Rosanne--

Recently, Romantic Times posed a question to readers about whether or not they enjoyed reading books in series. I wanted to share my response, in part:

Reading interconnected stories is one of my greatest pleasures, and I will be devastated if the "publishing gods in the sky" decide that series books have out-lived their welcome.

My keeper shelves are ful of books that are in a series, and I love the adventure of finding more that are on the way and others that I somehow missed. There is nothing more satisfying than sitting with a stack of books that I love to read as one story.

Rosanne Bittner's SAVAGE DESTINY still has the power to overwhelm me with emotion....I am a western historical fan, and I'm anxiously waiting for the pendulum to swing back to their popularity.

There is no way that I can analyze the what or the why of my love for these stories, but I know that as long as authors [like Rosanne] keep writing stories that grab and keep my attention, I'll keep buying and reading them -- no matter how much time there is between publications, even when an author has to overcome stumbling blocks that I can't even begin to imagine. I live in awe of the talent that enables them to take us away to other times, to other ways of life and to other parts of our very own Earth or their imagined worlds.

Debby, San Diego, California

Dear Rosanne,

My wife and I just finished the best western since we read our last Louis Lamour adventure many years ago. You now have two new fans who can't wait to get your books from the library. After Louis died we never thought there would be another author of his caliber. I and so happy we discovered your works and will be avid readers until we read them all.

Thanks for making our western reading experience a joy again.

Sincerly yours, Chuck and Carol, Mantua, NJ

Hi Rosanne ~

I just checked your website and was so very disappointed that your WWII book did not get published (yet!). Those publishers must have rocks in their heads to pass it by. Don't they realize that your multitudes of faithful readers clamor for your books?

No other writer in your category writes with such finesse and knowledge of the country (geological and historical) and customs of your characters. The heroes and heroines are characters with such high values and dignity that you take them to your heart and never forget them.

As a retired business woman whose career spanned the fashion world, I especially enjoy reading about the wardrobes of the men and women. Rosanne, you would make a great fashion designer with the beautiful clothes you describe, even the men's wardrobes. I especially remember the wedding outfits at the end of "In The Shadow of the Mountains". I feel that story ranks right along with Gone With The Wind. What an epic movie that would make!

Barbara C. Your fan in California

HI Rosanne,

I picked up my 1st books in the early 90's "Thunder on the Plains" & "Embers of the Heart" and could not put them down. It was almost disappointing when I read the final chapters - so sad they were over. I picked up as many as I could of your books - I was absolutely enthralled! I saved all my faves by you and they have moved with me several times. I started re-reading them about 8 years ago and loved them just as much if not more.

I have never been able to find an author quite like you - it is hard to put in to words. Your unique storytelling brings characters to life - but it is so much more than that.

You are THE author for me, not just one of my favorites, you are my only favorite. You have a very special talent for words & I hope that you are able to keep going and going. Thank you for sharing your gift with us and keeping us updated on your web site - I check it often to see when I must rush out and purchase a new read from you! It has been way too long for me.

Patti

Hi Rosanne~

Just wanted to tell you that I finished reading, for the 2nd time, Chase the Sun. It was so good and had a good ending. I was glad that Zack and Iris were able to take in and raise the two children of Strong Runner and Morning Star. Their story would make a good sequel.

I have started re-reading Tame the Wind. All of my favorites I have read 2-3 times, so I am picking some of the lesser read books and find them as interesting as a brand new book. I am in awe of your languages. You seem to be fluent in Spanish, but in Chase the Sun you also used some French phrases. Of course, a lot of Native American language was used in your books. Do you also speak French?

And your knowledge of the Bible is evident, plus the religions such as the Quakers in Tame the Wind. You are such an educated lady, and I am blest to know you as a very special person. I hope you never stop writing. Your books bring the readers such immense joy in visiting other places and times with such nice characters!

Years ago there was a radio show entitled: You are There. That is how your books are. They take you there! "koko" (keep on keepin' on!) :-)

God bless!

Barbara

Dear Mrs. Bittner,

I just wanted to tell you that you are my favorite author. I first started reading your books when I was 18 and you're still my favorite. I was never really into reading before, but one day I picked up Shamelessand that's were it began. I love books on the old west and Native Americans. You are so talented and I hope you never stop writting. God bless you and your family.

Sincerely,

Melanie

Hi all Rosanne Fans.

I too have been reading her books for years, and as many of you do, I keep and re-read them all. I loved the Savage Destiny Series too. I think that is what really hooked me. I have read the full series 3 times now and enjoy it each time as if it were the first time. Rosanne really takes her readers into the story and I know that I feel like I know each character personally. I keep hoping they will start making movies out of these very entertaining stories. How about it Roseanne, any possibility of that happening in the near future? Keep up the very excellant works.

Ginny, Libby, Mt. USA -

NOTE from Rosanne--no movies yet, but we'll keep trying!

Hi Rosanne:

I just wanted to add my comments on "Where Heaven Begins". It was very beautiful and inspirational. I couldn't put it down. What an example of a Christian testimony is Elizabeth. Her faith, in spite of circumstances, shows that God will deliver you in times of danger and give you the desires of your heart if you are faithful to Him. I appreciated the scripture quotes at the beginning of each chapter. I have read every one of your books, many several times, and have a special bookcase for all of them. There's not one book I would part with. Your heroines are always someone you would like to have in your family. God bless you as you bless us!

Barbara, Wilton, CA USA

I just have to say that I loved the Mystic Dreamer series, those books are just the best and I simply could not put them down. I was so broken hearted to see them end and then when I read how to go to the web site to get A Touch Of Love, only to find out that the site was no longer there. I can not find that book anywhere, but I will not give up, I want to read Roberts story of how he met his wife so bad. You are simply the best keep up the great work, I love reading about Indians. Take care!!! Hope to hear from you!!

Lynn, NC USA

NOTE from Rosanne: Contact me for information on purchasing "A Touch Of Love"!

Hi Rosanne,

Of all the books I have read of yours my favorite are the Blue Hawk Saga. I still wish for the story on James Sax and Cale (Bear Above) with his son Little Eagle and the blue quill necklace. I have re-read these books many times and I feel I'm right there with them going thru what they went thru. Thank you so very much for the many hours of "being by myself". Is there any chance of any more books about the Blue Hawk Saga?

Patricia, Bozeman, Mt USA -

NOTE from Rosanne: The Blue Hawk books were among my early works, and the series is probably complete as it is. (I say "probably," because a writer NEVER says never!) For those of you who have never read these books, please see my Blue Hawk Saga page for details and ordering information for the reissued series in trade paperback!