Wild Hearts & Western Nights

Some stories are set on open plains, beneath endless skies, with a cowboy who doesn't say much, but means everything.

If you know...you know.

Wild Hearts & Western Nights is an immersive evening created for women who love cowboy romance. Whether your shelves are filled with small-town ranchers, rodeo heroes, grumpy cowboys, or Yellowstone-worthy love stories, this is your chance to step into the world you've been reading about.

Join fellow romance readers for an unforgettable evening of authors, books, western-inspired experiences, shopping, delicious food, and meaningful connection.

📚Meet Bestselling Romance AuthorsSpend the evening with bestselling authors Amalie Howard and Jennie Marts, with additional featured authors to be announced. Enjoy author conversations, readings, Q&A, book signings, and the opportunity to meet the women behind your favorite stories.

🏜️Western-Inspired ExperiencesStep into the world of cowboy romance with interactive experiences throughout the evening, including lasso lessons from real cowboys and other western-themed surprises designed to bring your favorite stories to life.

🤠Signature Cowgirl Hat Experience (Optional Purchase)Create your own custom cowboy hat with Urban Cowgirl, featuring premium hats, bands, feathers, brands, and embellishments. Leave with a one-of-a-kind keepsake that's as unique as your reading style.

🛍️Curated Shopping ExperienceBrowse a growing collection of women-owned businesses and western-inspired vendors throughout the evening. Additional vendor partners will be announced as they join the experience.

🍒Cherry On Top Books Pop-UpShop a curated collection of cowboy romance titles from Cherry On Top Books, including books from our featured authors, and have your new favorites signed before you head home.

🤤Western Dinner & DessertsEnjoy a western-inspired buffet dinner included with your ticket.

🫶Supporting Hope for JusticeTake part in our prize drawing benefiting Hope for Justice, an organization dedicated to ending human trafficking. Every Spark Alchemy experience includes an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while celebrating the things we love.

If you've ever wanted to be in a room full of women who love the same books you do, this is it!  It's a room full of women who understand why fictional cowboys make our hearts race, who won't judge the size of your TBR pile, and who are just as excited to talk books as you are.

So grab your boots, bring your best friend (or come make new ones), and join us for a night where romance readers finally have a place to belong.

Available June 29 through July 15 only. Admission to Wild Hearts & Western Nights, themed food and drinks, access to the Cherry On Top Books pop-up, and the full evening experience.

Available July 16 through the event. Admission to Wild Hearts & Western Nights, themed food and drinks, access to the Cherry On Top Books pop-up, and the full evening experience.

Limited availability. Everything in General Admission, plus a swag bag which includes: 

• A book from one of our featured authors
• A $50 gift card from Minky Couture 
• A free adult drink ticket (21+)
• Surprise goodies from local small, women-owned businesses 
• 20% off coupon for a future Spark Alchemy event