Entertainment-first Christian fiction set in the Southwest, featuring redemption, family, and faith
Publishing clean, wholesome, and uplifting fiction since 2010
New Releases
Love at Vargas Ranch Book 1
By Karen Baney
Christian Western Romance
She thought she’d never see his face again. When Shannon mistakes Parker for his twin who betrayed her, she upends his fragile fresh start. Forced into close quarters, they face a tense enemies-to-friends journey filled with emotional healing, mistaken identity, and second chances.
Releases Feb. 3, 2026
Harper's Justice Book 1
By R.J. Sloane
Christian Western Adventure
Can a legendary manhunter survive his deadliest mission—uncovering a conspiracy and the cook who may be part of it?
In 1898 Arizona, bullets fly and secrets burn.
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What Makes Us Different
Entertainment-First Storytelling We believe great Christian fiction should captivate readers from page one. Our books deliver compelling plots, rich characters, and engaging adventures that happen to have faith woven throughout, not the other way around.
Authentic Southwest Settings From the dusty trails of historical Arizona to contemporary small towns in New Mexico, our stories are rooted in the unique culture, landscapes, and spirit of the American Southwest. This setting is often overlooked in Christian fiction, making our books truly distinctive.
Clean Content You Can Trust Every Desert Life Media book meets our strict content standards: no cursing, no graphic violence, and closed-door romance. You can confidently recommend our books to anyone seeking wholesome entertainment.
Stories for Everyone Whether you love heart-warming romance or gritty western adventure, we publish Christian fiction that appeals to diverse readers while maintaining our commitment to redemptive storytelling.
Proven Track Record Publishing since 2010, we've built a reputation for quality fiction that demonstrates there truly is life in the desert. Our stories shine light on both the challenging seasons of life and the beautiful landscapes of the Southwest.
The Voices Behind Desert Life Media
Karen Baney has been crafting Christian romance set in the Southwest since 2010. Her novels span both historical and contemporary settings, featuring strong heroines, authentic backdrops, and the rugged cowboys who win their hearts.
R.J. Sloane delivers Christian western adventure with gritty but clean tales of honor and redemption. His action-packed stories explore faith in the challenging frontier of the Old West.
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