Carolyn Haines

Carolyn Haines

Carolyn Haines also writes as: Caroline Burnes.

Upcoming Carolyn Haines Books

May 27th, 2025: Doggone Bones (Sarah Booth Delaney, #36)

Blue Christmas Bones (Sarah Booth Delaney, #35) was the most recently released book by Carolyn Haines, on October 15th, 2024.

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Carolyn Haines Stats: The highest rated book by Carolyn Haines on Book Notification is A Gift of Bones, the 24th novel in the Sarah Booth Delaney series. The second-highest rated book is Buried Bones (Sarah Booth Delaney #2).

The most read book by Carolyn Haines on Book Notification is Them Bones, the first novel in the Sarah Booth Delaney series. The second most read book is Ham Bones (Sarah Booth Delaney #7).

Below is a complete list of Carolyn Haines books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series. The most popular series by Carolyn Haines is the Sarah Booth Delaney Series.

List of Fear Familiar Books in Publication Order (as Caroline Burnes)

List of Sarah Booth Delaney Books in Publication Order

List of Trouble Cat Mysteries Books in Publication Order

List of Legend of Blackthorn Books in Publication Order (as Caroline Burnes)

List of Pluto's Snitch Books in Publication Order

List of Standalone Novels in Publication Order

List of Non-Fiction Books in Publication Order

List of Eye Witness Books in Publication Order

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List of Eye Witness Series in Chronological Order

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List of Cozy Case Files Mystery Sampler Books in Publication Order

Fast and fun, light-hearted mystery stories that are easy to enjoy and perfect for casual readers.

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List of Safe Haven Books in Publication Order

Features small-town romances and mysteries set in rural America.

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1988
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A Haven in His Arms (By: Phyllis Halldorson)
1993
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True Lies (By: Ingrid Weaver)
1995
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Badlands Bride (By: Cheryl St. John)
1996
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Renegade's Redemption (By: Lindsay Longford)
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List of Men In Uniform Books in Publication Order

Follows romance stories involving strong, dedicated men in military or public service roles, highlighting love and duty.

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The White Night (By: Stella Bagwell)
1989
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Return To Tomorrow (By: Marisa Carroll)
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AKA: Marriage (By: Jule McBride)
1998
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The Major and the Librarian (By: Nikki Benjamin)
1999
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My Baby, My Love (By: Dani Sinclair)
2000
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That's Our Baby! (By: Pamela Browning)
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Code Name: Prince (By: Valerie Parv)
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A Randall Returns (By: Judy Christenberry)
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List of Greatest Texas Love Stories of All Time Books in Publication Order

Passionate romances set in Texas, featuring dashing men and the women they love.

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1991
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Precious Pretender (By: Stella Bagwell)
1991
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Like Father, Like Son (By: Elizabeth August)
1992
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Double Vision (By: Sheryl Lynn)
1992
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Mail Order Brood (By: Arlene James)
1994
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My Baby, Your Child (By: Nikki Benjamin)
1994
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Father In The Middle (By: Phyllis Halldorson)
1994
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The Texas Touch (By: Kate Thomas)
1994
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Long Lost Husband (By: Joleen Daniels)
1994
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Daddy was a Cowboy (By: Jodi O'Donnell)
1995
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Child of Her Heart (By: Arlene James)
1995
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The Guardian's Bride (By: Laurie Paige)
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Bedded Bliss (By: Heather McAllister)
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The Lone Ranger (By: Sharon de Vita)
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Some Kind of Hero (By: Sandy Steen)
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One Ticket To Texas (By: Jan Hudson)
1997
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Hannah's Hunks (By: Bonnie Tucker)
1997
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West Texas Weddings (By: Ginger Chambers)
1997
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Lawman (By: Laurie Grant)
1997
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Storming Paradise (By: Mary McBride)
1998
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West Texas Lawman (By: Ginger Chambers)
1998
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A Mother for Jeffrey (By: Trisha Alexander)
1998
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List of Men at Work Books in Publication Order

Romantic suspense-filled thrillers involving professional men in uniform.

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The Perfect Match (By: Ginna Gray)
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A Season for Butterflies (By: Laurie Paige)
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MacKenzie's Lady (By: Dallas Schulze)
1986
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A Fragile Beauty (By: Lucy Gordon)
1987
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Silver Noose (By: Patricia Gardner Evans)
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Magic & Moonbeams (By: Margot Dalton)
1990
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Handsome Devil (By: Joan Hohl)
1990
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Body and Soul (By: Janice Kaiser)
1990
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Valentine's Knight (By: Renee Roszel)
1991
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Dillon After Dark (By: Leandra Logan)
1991
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Under The Covers (By: Roseanne Williams)
1992
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To Die For (By: M.J. Rodgers)
1993
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An Irritating Man (By: Lass Small)
1998
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Stark Lightning (By: Elaine Barbieri)
1999
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List of Marry Me, Cowboy Books in Publication Order

Heartwarming romance stories about love, challenges, and finding happiness deep in cowboy country.

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The Reckoning (By: Joleen Daniels)
1989
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Home Fires Burning Bright (By: Laurie Paige)
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Mustang Valley (By: Jackie Merritt)
1991
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Rodeo Rider (By: Stella Bagwell)
1992
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Dangerous (By: Caroline Cross)
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The Farmer Takes A Wife (By: Jodi O'Donnell)
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Gideon's Bride (By: Amelia Autin)
1995
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Midnight Cowboy (By: Adrianne Lee)
1995
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The Rancher and the Baby (By: Elizabeth August)
1996
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Daddy on Demand (By: Judy Christenberry)
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Bulletproof Heart (By: Sheryl Lynn)
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The Other Laura (By: Sheryl Lynn)
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Texas Dawn (By: Joan Elliott Pickart)
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The Rancher's Runaway Bride (By: Judith Bowen)
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Wyoming Wife? (By: Shawna Delacorte)
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Home is Where Hank Is (By: Martha Shields)
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Delightful Jones (By: Patricia Knoll)
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List of Western Lovers Books in Publication Order

American West romances, featuring strong characters and love stories set amidst rugged landscapes.

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The Hawk and the Honey (By: Dixie Browning)
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Someone Waiting ( By: Joan Hohl)
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Laughter in the Rain (By: Shirley Larson)
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Snow Bird (By: Lass Small)
1987
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Fools Rush In (By: Ginna Gray)
1987
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His and Hers (By: Pamela Bauer)
1987
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All That Matters (By: Judith Duncan)
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Bittersweet (By: DeLoras Scott)
1988
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A Wild Wind (By: Evelyn A. Crowe)
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Mustang Man (By: Lee Magner)
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Big Sky Country (By: Jackie Merritt)
1988
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Ramblin' Man (By: Barbara Kaye)
1989
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Wild Horse Canyon ( By: Elizabeth August)
1989
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Sagebrush and Sunshine (By: Margot Dalton)
1990
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Soul of the West (By: Suzanne Ellison)
1990
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A Home on the Range (By: Judith Bowen)
1992
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Inheritance (By: Joleen Daniels)
1993
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Rancher's Wife (By: Anne Marie Winston)
1995
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The Best Things in Life (By: Rita Clay Estrada)
1995
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Live-In Mom (By: Laurie Paige)
1997
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List of Dangerous to Love USA Books in Publication Order

Exciting, passionate love stories set against mysterious and dangerous backdrops.

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Twice Shy (By: Evelyn A. Crowe)
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Someone To Turn To (By: Marilyn Cunningham)
1990
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Accompanying Alice (By: Terese Ramin)
1991
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A Dangerous Loyalty (By: Suzanne Ellison)
1991
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Stage Whispers (By: Barbara Bretton, Elise Title)
1992
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Passion's Verdict (By: Barbara Bretton, Frances Williams)
1993
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A Haven in His Arms (By: Phyllis Halldorson)
1993
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Deadly Devotion (By: Sheryl Lynn)
1993
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Safekeeping (By: Peg Sutherland)
1994
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The Gunslinger (By: Mary McBride)
1995
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Heart of the Hunter (By: B.J. James)
1995
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True Lies (By: Ingrid Weaver)
1995
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Time and Again (By: Kathryn Jensen)
1995
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Badlands Bride (By: Cheryl St. John)
1996
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Baby Romeo: P.I. (By: Jule McBride)
1996
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Renegade's Redemption (By: Lindsay Longford)
1997
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Wed To A Stranger? (By: Jule McBride)
1997
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List of Holding Out For a Hero Books in Publication Order (with Lucy Gordon, with Leigh Michaels, with Catherine George, with Emma Goldrick, as Caroline Burnes, with Jessica Hart, with Betty Neels, with Emma Richmond)

Features heartwarming tales of love, kindness, and everyday heroes in simple, relatable settings.

List of Carolyn Haines Anthologies in Publication Order

Carolyn Haines

Carolyn Haines was born on May 12th, 1953 and is currently 72 years old. Carolyn Haines was born in Hattiesburg, MS, USA.

Carolyn Haines is the author of the Sarah Booth Delaney series which currently consists of 36 novels. The Sarah Booth Delaney series started in 1999 with the novel Them Bones. The most recently released novel in the Sarah Booth Delaney series was Blue Christmas Bones which was released in 2024. There is an upcoming novel for the Sarah Booth Delaney series entitled Doggone Bones which is being released on May 27th, 2025.

Carolyn Haines: Awards & Accolades

Carolyn Haines books have been nominated for multiple awards, Them Bones was nominated for the Barry Award, Best Paperback Original, in 2000. Lights, Camera, Bones was nominated for the Anthony Award, Best Paranormal Mystery, in 2025.

Related Authors

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  1. James Patterson, author of the Alex Cross Series.
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  3. Louise Penny, author of the Inspector Gamache Series.
  4. Kathy Reichs, author of the Temperance Brennan Series.
  5. Karin Slaughter, author of the Will Trent Series.

Carolyn Haines: F.A.Q

When was Carolyn Haines Born? How old is Carolyn Haines?

Carolyn Haines was born on May 12th, 1953. Carolyn Haines is currently 72 years old.

Where was Carolyn Haines Born?

Carolyn Haines was born in Hattiesburg, MS, USA and is American.

What was the first book Carolyn Haines wrote?

The first book written by Carolyn Haines was A Deadly Breed, published in 1988.

What was the most recent book Carolyn Haines wrote?

Her most recently released work was Blue Christmas Bones on October 15th, 2024.

Will there be any more books by Carolyn Haines?

Carolyn Haines has a new book coming out on May 27th, 2025 called Doggone Bones.

How many books has Carolyn Haines written?

Carolyn Haines has written 93 books across 23 series, excluding contributions to anthologies.
  • 19 books in the Fear Familiar Series
  • 36 books in the Sarah Booth Delaney Series
  • 2 books in the Trouble Cat Mysteries Series
  • 2 books in the Legend of Blackthorn Series
  • 4 books in the Pluto's Snitch Series
  • 21 Standalone Novels
  • 1 Non-Fiction Books
  • 1 book in the Eye Witness Series
  • 2 books in the Cozy Case Files Mystery Sampler Series
  • 2 books in the Safe Haven Series
  • 1 book in the Men In Uniform Series
  • 9 Caroline Burnes Standalone Novels
  • 1 book in the Greatest Texas Love Stories of All Time Series
  • 1 book in the Men at Work Series
  • 2 books in the Marry Me, Cowboy Series
  • 1 book in the Western Lovers Series
  • 2 books in the Dangerous to Love USA Series
  • 1 book in the Holding Out For a Hero Series

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