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A Ruff Royal Christmas - by Karen Schaler (Paperback)

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  • The Princess Diaries meets Gilmore Girls in this new Christmas romance from Karen Schaler, the Emmy Award-winning writer of the Netflix hit A Christmas Prince.
  • Author(s): Karen Schaler
  • 340 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Romance

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The Princess Diaries meets Gilmore Girls in this new Christmas romance from Karen Schaler, the Emmy Award-winning writer of the Netflix hit A Christmas Prince.



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The Princess Diaries meets Gilmore Girls in this new Christmas romance from Karen Schaler, the Emmy Award-winning writer of the Netflix hit A Christmas Prince. A witty, funny, feel-good royal rom-com with heart, humor, and one mischievous rescue pup who changes everything this Christmas.

"Schaler highlights the magic of the holidays in this fluffy contemporary royal romance. A festive story that would feel right at home among Netflix or Hallmark's holiday offerings, and the addition of a chaotic canine enhances the fun." -Publishers Weekly

Princess Ava's perfectly planned Christmas Eve charity gala erupts into chaos when she loses Stormy, the Queen's mischievous new border collie. With Christmas fast approaching, Ava must team up with Justin, a laid-back American dog trainer who's used to wrangling strays, not royal runaways.

Sparks fly as Justin's rule-breaking free spirit clashes with Ava's determination to follow royal protocol. But when their search for Stormy takes them through glittering Christmas markets, festive holiday activities, and snowy winter wonderlands, an undeniable chemistry builds between them.

The more time they spend together, the harder it is to fight their growing attraction. When duty and desire collide, Ava faces a choice that could change everything.

This feel-good royal holiday romance is a Christmas romantic comedy filled with humor, heart, and holiday spirit, with a royal secret that flips the script. Because the best love stories can't be planned, and they never follow the rules, royal or otherwise.

Perfect for fans of Karen's Netflix hit Christmas movie, A Christmas Prince, The Princess Diaries and Gilmore Girls.

Bonus Content: Includes exclusive, delicious Christmas recipes and holiday activities from A Ruff Royal Christmas.

Tropes: Love Triangle, Enemies to Lovers, Opposites Attract, Holiday Romance, Forced Proximity, Slow Burn

5-STAR REVIEWS: Readers & reviewers are falling in love with Karen Schaler's Christmas Romance Books and new holiday royal romcom, A Ruff Royal Christmas.

"Schaler's romantic comedies are funny, uplifting, and heartwarming." -Forbes

"A hilarious, feel-good festive romp." - Leanne D, NetGalley

"Beautifully done Christmas love story filled with all the magic of the season." - Dana W, NetGalley

"Feel-good fiction...this book was my escapism! It would make a fab Netflix movie." - Rachel F, Librarian

"I laughed so often while reading, and I could picture this one as a movie so easily." - Eric M, NetGalley



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"Schaler highlights the magic of the holidays in this fluffy contemporary royal romance. A festive story that would feel right at home among Netflix or Hallmark's holiday offerings, and the addition of a chaotic canine enhances the fun." - Publishers Weekly

"Schaler's romantic comedies are funny, uplifting, and heartwarming." - Forbes

"A Ruff Royal Christmas was delightful! Super cute, fast paced, full of humor, festive, and so much fun!" - Jenny W, NetGalley

"A hilarious, feel-good festive romp." - Leanne D, NetGalley

"Beautifully done Christmas love story filled with all the magic of the season." - Dana W, NetGalley

"Feel-good fiction...this book was my escapism! It would make a fab Netflix movie." - Rachel F, Librarian

"I laughed so often while reading, and I could picture this one as a movie so easily." - Eric M, NetGalley

"Karen Schaler brings the cozy to Christmas in her heartwarming tales of love and joy." - Nancy Naigle, USA TODAY Bestselling Author

"Karen Schaler writes holiday romance stories that are bursting with Christmas charm!" - Jenny Hale, USA TODAY Bestselling Author

"For Schaler, creating these fantastical holiday stories comes naturally." - Money

"What a beautiful and heartwarming Christmas book." - Barbara L, NetGalley

"This story is different from the usual royal romance... a new, modern twist." - Pamela P, NetGalley

"A wonderful read! This drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end." - Amanda D, NetGalley

"It's a delightful, feel-good book that left me smiling and in the Christmas mood." - The Lit Beauty Chick, NetGalley

"Karen is one of the most masterful seasonal storytellers writing today with a gift for distilling warmth and magic into profoundly uplifting storylines." - Rose Hilliard, Executive Editor, Audible Originals

"This author never lets me down with her signature humor, romance and heartfelt royal escapades." - V.B. M, NetGalley



"How A Christmas Prince [Netflix] screenwriter Karen Schaler became a holiday publishing darling."-Entertainment Weekly

"Karen is one of the most masterful seasonal storytellers writing today with a gift for distilling warmth and magic into profoundly uplifting storylines."-Rose Hilliard, Executive Editor, Audible Originals
Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.25 Inches (W) x .76 Inches (D)
Weight: .78 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 340
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Romance
Publisher: Hawktale Publishing
Theme: Holiday
Format: Paperback
Author: Karen Schaler
Language: English
Street Date: September 30, 2025
TCIN: 1005112811
UPC: 9798988543565
Item Number (DPCI): 247-11-3653
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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3 out of 5 stars
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9 November, 2025

A cute holiday tale!

A Ruff Royal Christmas by Karen Schaler is a cute holiday tale. I enjoyed getting to know Princess Ava, Justin, and Stormy. Stormy is a scene stealer. He is a lovable and mischievous puppy. I could understand Princess Ava getting frustrated with Stormy when he destroyed the holiday decorations. I liked the banter between Justin and Princess Ava. I enjoyed seeing Ava grow and change over the course of the story. This growth affected her relationship with her mother, which was a wonderful benefit. There is plenty of Christmas cheer in the story along with humor. I thought Princess Ava’s inventions were clever. I was happy that the romance was clean (just kissing). I saw the twist coming a mile away, but I was surprised that Princess Ava did not catch on (of course, that was the idea). The ending left me smiling. A Ruff Royal Christmas is a festive story with a party planned with precision, ingenious inventions, a playful puppy, a cheerful trainer, a dog gone astray, and a happy holiday.
Kristina Anderson
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5 out of 5 stars
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1 October, 2025

royal christmas romance

Princess Ava is not only royal, she's a scientist and inventor, using new technology around the castle to improve decorating for the annual Christmas party. Her mother, the queen, adopts a puppy, who causes mayhem. The queen's solution is to use a puppy trainer, and Ava is supposed to work with him, as the queen goes on a getaway. Justin is a veterinarian who prefers training dogs and carefully finding their furever homes. The queen has been a wonderful benefactress, so when she asks for his help, he can't say no. He and Ava get off on the wrong foot. Spending time together, they get to know each other better, especially when Stormy is on the loose. But Ava's father arranged a marriage for her when she was a child, and she feels the duty to marry another, even though it is not a love match, plus Just in going back to America. Can they find Stormy before the queen returns, will they get the decorations up in time for the charity event of the season, will Ava follow her heart in love, can Justin decide which job he wants for his future, and will the happily ever after include a furever home? A heartwarming Royal Christmas romance!
momof3boysj
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