One Night Rodeo

A wild night with a cowboy turns into the ride of a lifetime in this Blacktop Cowboys® novel from New York Times bestselling author Lorlei James.

Celia Lawson knows better than to tangle with sexy bull rider Kyle Gilchrist, who has earned a reputation for his love ‘em and leave ‘em ways. But after a tequila-fueled night, Celia wakes up to discover she’s gotten herself hitched—to the one man she never should have married!

When Celia insists on an annulment, Kyle isn’t ready to let go of his new bride. And when Kyle inherits a sprawling Wyoming ranch, he seizes the opportunity to enlist Celia’s help. She agrees to lend a hand—with two conditions. He’s got six months to get up to speed as a rancher, then they’ll get a divorce. And their marriage will be in name only.

Though Kyle agrees to Celia’s demand, he’s out to prove he has what it takes to turn their one night rodeo into a lifetime of love….

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

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Omnibus

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs