This was such a cute and endearing book. I haven't read a cowboy romance and plan on reading more in the near future. I loved the found family, the love, encouragement, patience, and the slow burn. Kissing is the spiciest it goes (if that matters to you).

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

After writing several successful books, Amelia decides to step into a new genre—but there’s one problem. Her manuscript keeps getting rejected, and the only way to fix it is by experiencing the setting firsthand. That’s how she ends up in Colorado, living with rodeo royalty to research cowboy life. The only downside? She constantly clashes with the grumpiest cowboy around. As the summer unfolds, their tension turns into something more, but keeping things professional proves to be a challenge—especially when alcohol is involved.

This book is packed with classic romance clichés, which I always enjoy. The dynamic between the main characters is entertaining, and their banter keeps the story fun. I also loved how the author captured cowboy culture in such a real and detailed way—it made the setting feel so authentic. However, I was expecting some spice, and the lack of it left me a little disappointed.

One thing I really missed was Eric’s point of view. It would have been great to get inside his head and understand his thoughts and feelings more. Despite that, the story was engaging, and the slow-burn romance kept me hooked. Overall, it was a fun read, and I’d love to see more from these characters!

This cowboy novel was an introduction to the author. I thoroughly enjoyed the family dynamic! The MC's grabbed me by the heart, and I held on for the ride! I'm looking forward to reading more from this author.

Oh my goodness this was so much fun. This was such a wholesome book! The lack of miscommunication and the directness of every character were so refreshing to read about and had me breathing a sigh of relief. I loved all the characters! Especially Dean, my love, you’ll always be famous to me <3

As someone who lives in Texas but is not in the country, I really appreciated the educational aspect. As Amelia was learning more it really put things into place for me and helped me understand more deeply some of the surface-level experiences I’ve had in the past. I also really appreciated the dynamic between Eric and Amelia. The way they truly balanced each other out had me giggling. I felt like I was right in the middle of family dinners and riding horseback alongside them as they tackled everything. Overall I had a fantastic time and will be keeping an eye out for more books by this author! LOVE

This was a swoony cowboy romance that was super cute and made me smile. While it had no spice or made up for it in the connection building that it had. I also am a sucker for a grumpy MMC. I loved the way it was written well and enjoyable to read.

This was overall a nice read.
3.5/5 ⭐️
I appreciated the authors writing style and I think there’s is a lot of potential in this world and in this story.
I’m a sucker for a story with writers, I love a good grumpy cowboy with a heart of gold, I loved the representation of women supporting women and healthy female friendships, and I love the idea of a big-city woman finding home in a small town.

Rider’s Block was a fun, easy read that delivered exactly what I was looking for—cowboys, romance, and just the right amount of drama. It had all the charm of a small-town, western love story, with a hero you can’t help but swoon over and a heroine you’re rooting for. The banter was solid, the chemistry was there, and the setting made me want to book a trip to a ranch immediately.

That said, it wasn’t quite on the level of an Elsie Silver book for me. The romance was enjoyable, but it didn’t hit as deep, and some of the emotional beats felt a little rushed. I wanted a bit more build-up, a bit more angst—but that’s just personal preference. Even so, I still had a great time reading it.

If you love cowboy romances and need a quick, entertaining read, this one will definitely do the trick. It may not be a new favorite, but it absolutely scratched the itch!

Rider’s Block is a sweet, cozy small-town cowboy romance that delivers all the feel-good vibes. With a grumpy x sunshine dynamic, found family, and just the right amount of banter, it’s the perfect comfort read.

Amelia, a successful author, takes a summer trip from California to Colorado after her debut novel in a new genre flops. Determined to figure out where she went wrong, she immerses herself in small-town life, working on both her book and her own guarded heart.
Then there’s Eric—a no-nonsense cowboy with his sights set on his goals and no time for distractions. But of course, love has other plans.

The side characters were fantastic, and I’d love to see each of the Randall boys get their own book (seriously, I’d swoon). With its closed-door romance and lighthearted charm, Rider’s Block is a solid 4-star read with a 0.5 chili rating—low heat but full of heart!

Huge thank you to NetGalley for an E-ARC of this book!

I am a lover of all things cowboy romance so I was excited to jump into Riders Block! From reading the description this book ticked all of my usual boxes. A somewhat grumpy cowboy and a FMC who is feeling kind of lost. Whether it be in life or in this case, career, but still determined to get things done. With that being said I do think that the overall plot and some of the writing fell a little short for me in places so my interest wasn’t maintained throughout the entirety of the book.

I do think this book is perfect for those who are looking to get a start with cowboy romances! The plot is easy to follow and the characters are enjoyable!

This was a sweet cowboy romance story! Although it did feel like I was reading a romcom too! I really enjoyed reading this story! Amelia "Mia" is an author down on her luck as her latest novel has been rejected by 14 publishers. Her agent tries to convince Mia to take a trip to Colorado to do some research for her book! It turns out one of her friends has family living in Colorado who own a ranch and Mia gets invited to spend the summer there. That is where she meets Eric, the grumpy cowboy! I loved the grumpy and sunshine trope in this book! Also there were lots of found family moments. We get introduced to Eric's siblings and the side characters were great too. It was a slow burn romance but it was worth it following along these two characters fall in love.

Thank you Waitlyn Andrews and NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

Pre- read opinions
- Cowboy romance

-Post read review

Good text pacing 10/10. was given the opportunity to give an ARC review. I would recommend this novel to others as it portrayed the cowboy fiction text quite eloquently.

If you are a fan of cowboy romance this my be your jam, as it explores the journey of a cowboy and a girl from the city. I admire how the author integrated aspects from their own experiences into the story.

A super cute slow-burn romance, but the story was both about falling in love and learning to let your guard down and allowing yourself to be loved. Amelia goes to Colorado for the summer to learn about the cowboy life because her newest novel has been rejected over and over and the main complaint is that she writes like she's never been there. Amelia's stay at the family ranch exposes you to the small town, the amazing ranch family and a journey to emotional healing for both main characters.

🤠 He Falls First
🤠 Small Town
🤠 Cowboys and Rodeos
🤠 Emotional Healing
🤠 Red Cowgirl Boots

𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪: 4.75/5 𝓢𝓣𝓐𝓡𝓢 ⭐️

I absolutely loved Rider’s Block by Waitlyn Andrews! This book had everything I look for in a cowboy romance—humor, heart, and a setting so vivid it felt like I was right there on the ranch. The story follows Amelia Greene, a successful author struggling with writer’s block. To break through it, she heads to a Colorado ranch for three months of hands-on research. What she doesn’t expect is Eric Randall, a gruff, no-nonsense cowboy who wants nothing to do with her at first. Their slow-burn romance was everything—filled with tension, banter, and just the right amount of sweetness.

I also loved the way Andrews brought the ranch and its community to life. The side characters were so well-developed, making the world feel rich and real. While some parts of the plot were a little predictable, I didn’t mind at all because the characters and their relationships were so engaging.

Overall, Rider’s Block was a charming, heartfelt read that had me hooked from start to finish. If you love contemporary romance with a cowboy twist, I highly recommend it. I’m giving it 4.75 stars—so close to perfect!

Could not finish. DNFed @15%. Sorry but it did not grab my attention like i thought it would. I really just had to get through the first 15% as well.

As a fan of cowboy romances, this was a book I really enjoyed. It was a very quick and cute read. The book incorporated some of my favorite tropes, like slow-burn romance, found family, and the grumpy x sunshine trope. I loved reading about the evolving relationship between Eric and Amelia. Their communication was great, and watching them go from friends to lovers kept me hooked, and wanting to read more. While I adored the main characters and their story, I loved all of the side characters as well. The interactions between the main and side characters highlighted the found family aspect. I liked the inclusion of some of the side characters’ stories, like Dean and Penny. Overall, I loved this book and its characters, and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys small-town cowboy romances.

Super cute cowboy romance …, slow burns aren’t normally my thing but this was written so well I love the characters and totally want more of the brothers love stories

After Yes, Chef, I was thrilled to find a new author whose writing I thoroughly enjoyed. I was looking forward to this because she cued up Rider's Block in that previous book. While I enjoyed the story, some elements were repeated from Yes, Chef, which made me question whether this writer has anything new up her sleeve. However, because I really liked Yes, Chef I hope to give something from Waitlyn Andrews a try again.

What a lovely sweet cowboy romance. The world was so immersive I really felt like I was there. I’m usually one for a little spice in my romance novels and although I only think it would’ve added to the story, it certainly didn’t need it.
It did feel a little like going round in circles with the FMC around the 70% mark, hence the four stars. But still a very enjoyable read.

A grumpy cowboy, a city girl in need of inspiration, and a slow-burn romance? Rider’s Block delivers all that and more! Amelia, a struggling author, heads to a Colorado ranch to research cowboy life, only to find herself entangled with Eric—a rugged, no-nonsense rancher. Their chemistry builds beautifully against the backdrop of small-town charm and meddling family dynamics.

I loved the authentic setting and the natural way their relationship developed. The humor and warmth made this a cozy, feel-good read. My only gripe? The pacing dragged in places, but the heartfelt moments more than made up for it. If you love grumpy-sunshine romances with a Western twist, this one’s for you!

⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 🤠 Grumpy Cowboy | 📖 Writer in Crisis | 💛 Slow-Burn Romance

Y’all, this book is cowboy romance perfection! Amelia Greene is a romance author in crisis—her latest cowboy book is getting rejected left and right because it’s missing authenticity. The solution? A three-month stay at a real-deal Colorado ranch, where she can research (read: survive cowboy boot camp) and hopefully regain her writing mojo. Enter Eric Randall—a grumpy, broody, super sexy cowboy who thinks she’s way out of her depth. Sparks fly, banter is top-tier, and let’s just say… research gets a little hands-on.

What I Loved:
- Grumpy x Sunshine – Eric is all gruff cowboy energy, and Amelia is a chaotic, city-girl mess. It works.
-Slow Burn Goodness – The chemistry simmers until it boils over in the best way.
-Authentic Cowboy Vibes – Ranch life, rodeo royalty, and all the small-town charm!
-Witty Banter & Forced Proximity – Give me two stubborn people who pretend they aren’t falling for each other, and I’m SOLD.

If you love cowboys, forced proximity, writer heroines, and slow-burn romance with tons of tension, this book is it. Highly recommend for fans of Elsie Silver & Sarah Adams!

Someone find me a ranch to “research” at, immediately

Tropes
-cowboy romance
-forced proximity
-grumpy x sunshine
-slow burn
-found family
-country boy x city girl