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Jansen Schmidt

I am an award-winning author of women’s fiction and romance. My debut novel On Common Ground was a finalist in the Great Beginnings Contest sponsored by the Utah chapter of Romance Writers of America and earned a 5-Star Readers’ Choice Award. The first two books in the Grounded Series garnered prestigious Readers’ Crown Awards from InD’Tale Magazine and The Ties That Bind, Book One in the Family Ties Series, earned the Literary Titan Gold Award.

My husband and I moved to historic Vicksburg, Mississippi in 2015, where we own and operate a lovely Victorian B&B. I never pass up a good meal or a good theater production. In my free time I enjoy cruising and trips to Disney World. I love reading romance, thrillers, mysteries, biographies and anything that’s well written and captivating.

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Never approach a bull from the front, a horse from the rear, or a fool from any direction.

Never approach a bull from the front, a horse from the rear, or a fool from any direction.

Never approach a bull from the front, a horse from the rear, or a fool from any direction.

Christian Sia testimonial

“On Common Ground is the first book in the Grounded Series, a romance with characters that are brilliantly developed, deeply human, and believable. It is suspenseful and emotionally rich with strong psychological hints. A story that will entertain and inspire readers."

- Christian Sia for Readers' Favorite

“On Common Ground is the first book in the Grounded Series, a romance with characters that are brilliantly developed, deeply human, and believable. It is suspenseful and emotionally rich with strong psychological hints. A story that will entertain and inspire readers."

- Christian Sia for Readers' Favorite

“On Common Ground is the first book in the Grounded Series, a romance with characters that are brilliantly developed, deeply human, and believable. It is suspenseful and emotionally rich with strong psychological hints. A story that will entertain and inspire readers."

- Christian Sia for Readers' Favorite

Lynn Kelley testimonial

“I enjoyed this romance novel, which comes with a twist of mystery. Well written, held my interest, and I cared about the main characters and became caught up in their back stories and the circumstances that brought them together at the ranch, which is a very cool setting. Kudos to Jansen Schmidt. What an excellent debut novel.”

– Lynn Kelley (Amazon 5 stars)

“I enjoyed this romance novel, which comes with a twist of mystery. Well written, held my interest, and I cared about the main characters and became caught up in their back stories and the circumstances that brought them together at the ranch, which is a very cool setting. Kudos to Jansen Schmidt. What an excellent debut novel.”

– Lynn Kelley (Amazon 5 stars)

“I enjoyed this romance novel, which comes with a twist of mystery. Well written, held my interest, and I cared about the main characters and became caught up in their back stories and the circumstances that brought them together at the ranch, which is a very cool setting. Kudos to Jansen Schmidt. What an excellent debut novel.”

– Lynn Kelley (Amazon 5 stars)

poppyalvah testimonial

“As a card-carrying macho man, I was a bit hesitant to take up a romance novel. However, having befriended the author as a blogger and enjoying her weekly posts, I gave it a go. Am I ever glad. Jansen Schmidt mixes the intense romantic scenes of the main characters with absorbing mystery around their “other lives” before having been thrown together at this ranch. Their interaction with each other is riveting as each revelation comes out. Besides a splendidly developed story line, the author regales us with vivid descriptions of the alluring scenery for which Arizona is so famous. As a bona fide city-slicker, I was also schooled on the rigors and toughness required to manage a cattle/horse ranch. My hat is off to wranglers everywhere. You should join me in experiencing this top-notch first novel. Truth is, I’m thinking of tearing up my macho man card.”
– poppyalvah (BookBub 5 stars)

“As a card-carrying macho man, I was a bit hesitant to take up a romance novel. However, having befriended the author as a blogger and enjoying her weekly posts, I gave it a go. Am I ever glad. Jansen Schmidt mixes the intense romantic scenes of the main characters with absorbing mystery around their “other lives” before having been thrown together at this ranch. Their interaction with each other is riveting as each revelation comes out. Besides a splendidly developed story line, the author regales us with vivid descriptions of the alluring scenery for which Arizona is so famous. As a bona fide city-slicker, I was also schooled on the rigors and toughness required to manage a cattle/horse ranch. My hat is off to wranglers everywhere. You should join me in experiencing this top-notch first novel. Truth is, I’m thinking of tearing up my macho man card.”
– poppyalvah (BookBub 5 stars)

“As a card-carrying macho man, I was a bit hesitant to take up a romance novel. However, having befriended the author as a blogger and enjoying her weekly posts, I gave it a go. Am I ever glad. Jansen Schmidt mixes the intense romantic scenes of the main characters with absorbing mystery around their “other lives” before having been thrown together at this ranch. Their interaction with each other is riveting as each revelation comes out. Besides a splendidly developed story line, the author regales us with vivid descriptions of the alluring scenery for which Arizona is so famous. As a bona fide city-slicker, I was also schooled on the rigors and toughness required to manage a cattle/horse ranch. My hat is off to wranglers everywhere. You should join me in experiencing this top-notch first novel. Truth is, I’m thinking of tearing up my macho man card.”
– poppyalvah (BookBub 5 stars)

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When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

Tonya testimonial

“Readers will enjoy characters who are relatable, feisty, sexy, conflicted, and compelling. The descriptions of ranch life feel so real they will make one’s muscles twang and noses twitch. The Arizona landscape is depicted in such enchanting in-depth detail one feels as if they are actually there. The story has just the right amount of mystery and humor to keep one turning the pages. Readers who enjoy westerns and romance will be taken on a slightly suspenseful ride filled with snappy dialogue, inner turmoil, beautiful scenery, and enough sexual tension to make a frosty bottle of beer a must!”
- Tonya Mathenia (InD-tale Magazine 5 stars)

“Readers will enjoy characters who are relatable, feisty, sexy, conflicted, and compelling. The descriptions of ranch life feel so real they will make one’s muscles twang and noses twitch. The Arizona landscape is depicted in such enchanting in-depth detail one feels as if they are actually there. The story has just the right amount of mystery and humor to keep one turning the pages. Readers who enjoy westerns and romance will be taken on a slightly suspenseful ride filled with snappy dialogue, inner turmoil, beautiful scenery, and enough sexual tension to make a frosty bottle of beer a must!”
- Tonya Mathenia (InD-tale Magazine 5 stars)

“Readers will enjoy characters who are relatable, feisty, sexy, conflicted, and compelling. The descriptions of ranch life feel so real they will make one’s muscles twang and noses twitch. The Arizona landscape is depicted in such enchanting in-depth detail one feels as if they are actually there. The story has just the right amount of mystery and humor to keep one turning the pages. Readers who enjoy westerns and romance will be taken on a slightly suspenseful ride filled with snappy dialogue, inner turmoil, beautiful scenery, and enough sexual tension to make a frosty bottle of beer a must!”
- Tonya Mathenia (InD-tale Magazine 5 stars)

Earl testimonial

“Great story with well-rounded characters, plenty of action, and just enough mystery to keep you guessing at the identity of the villain. I especially enjoyed the depth of insight into native culture beliefs.”
– Earl (Amazon 5 stars)

“Great story with well-rounded characters, plenty of action, and just enough mystery to keep you guessing at the identity of the villain. I especially enjoyed the depth of insight into native culture beliefs.”
– Earl (Amazon 5 stars)

“Great story with well-rounded characters, plenty of action, and just enough mystery to keep you guessing at the identity of the villain. I especially enjoyed the depth of insight into native culture beliefs.”
– Earl (Amazon 5 stars)

Jennette testimonial

“This romantic suspense features a Native American heroine and a hero in law enforcement. Rich, cultural details and a lot of research on the author’s part make this one of those stories that pulls you right in to the story world. Definitely enjoyable, and highly recommended for those who enjoy romantic suspense!”
- (Jennette Marie Powell blog)

“This romantic suspense features a Native American heroine and a hero in law enforcement. Rich, cultural details and a lot of research on the author’s part make this one of those stories that pulls you right in to the story world. Definitely enjoyable, and highly recommended for those who enjoy romantic suspense!”
- (Jennette Marie Powell blog)

“This romantic suspense features a Native American heroine and a hero in law enforcement. Rich, cultural details and a lot of research on the author’s part make this one of those stories that pulls you right in to the story world. Definitely enjoyable, and highly recommended for those who enjoy romantic suspense!”
- (Jennette Marie Powell blog)

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If you climb in the saddle, you better be ready for the ride.

If you climb in the saddle, you better be ready for the ride.

If you climb in the saddle, you better be ready for the ride.

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