American West Short Stories

A collection of stories capturing what it means to be a cowboy.

Do you like true stories of the Wild West? You should love these tales of outlaws and gunslingers then Of course you will have heard of most of them as many have become infamous legends. Some are not so quite well known however, but they were all dangerous and ruthless criminals and all had their "15 minutes of fame", leaving trails of death and mayhem behind them. Most did not live to an old age, and those that did were probably in jail. Their escapades were daring and reckless and many paid the ultimate price in the end. These tales romp along with plenty of action and recreate the ...

A collection of stories from the most famous Western author of all time! Desert Death-Song is a compilation of some of Louis L’Amour’s greatest stories, many of which might otherwise be difficult to find. Whether he was writing under his early pen name, Jim Mayo, or his own, L’Amour’s stories are unforgettable, touching on rough and rugged American ideals, and set in the untamable frontier of the Western United States.

Are you ready for a literary journey that will leave you completely captivated and unable to put the book down? Look no further than this FOUR BOOKS complete Series, now available in one irresistible BOXSET. Inspired by a reader Maria, this story takes us on a thrilling ride with Betsy, a young woman who is as independent as she is alluring. But beware, dear reader, for Betsy is about to learn some harsh lessons about life, and if she's not careful, she just might find herself pushing up daisies. As Betsy succumbs to her desires and begins to cast her eyes upon men that are strictly off-...

This third volume of Louis L'Amour's collected stories is a thrilling tribute to the unique spirit of our frontier heritage and proves again the enduring popularity of America's favorite storyteller.

From beloved bestselling authors with over 200 million pages read, comes the next unforgettable chapter in the Brides of Copper Canyon saga—a sweeping story of faith, courage, and love forged in the fires of the Wild West. Three brides. Three cowboys. Three chances to build a new life in the rugged Texas frontier. As the mining camp of Copper Canyon begins to grow into a town, new hearts arrive by train—bringing hope, faith, and more than a little danger with them. From gunfights to explosions, and from unexpected love to unshakable faith, each story will pull you deep into a world ...

Short & Cozy BWWM Interracial Romance After losing her mother, Ava sets off on a solo van life journey to find herself. But a sudden near death experience places her in the hands of a handsome lifeguard named Shawn who comes to her rescue, igniting a spark neither of them expected. As their paths cross in unexpected ways, Ava finds herself torn between the past she's trying to escape and a future with a man who might just change everything. Will Shawn be the one to heal her heart, or will their fate be lost in the tide? ❤️African American Woman/White Man Interracial Romance 💙Dual POV...

What if your father put you and your baby sister in an orphanage because he could no long care for you after your mother’s death? And what if you discover your sister was adopted by a local family without your knowledge? Katrina is devastated when she learns she has lost her entire family. But in the orphanage, she gains two sisters through the friendship of Anna and Serena. Eventually, she travels on an orphan train and is adopted by a well-to-do family. When she becomes an adult, she is forced into a predicament she doesn’t want to be in by her new family. Sneaking out of her home, ...

The Complete Series 6 Books in one boxed set! Clean and Wholesome American mail order bride historical western short story romance by bestseller and Kindle All-Star author Katie Wyat! Journey with the courageous women in this five-book historical mail-order bride series as they step out in faith, searching for true love and a home to call their own.The American Wild West was a time of lawlessness and danger, but also a time of deep courage…and not just from cowboys! Countless mail-order brides made the journey west to marry, not knowing what they would find on the other side of the ...

Do you like true stories of the Wild West? You should love these tales of outlaws, gunslingers and adventurers then. Of course you will have heard of most of them as many have become legends. Their escapades were exciting, daring and reckless and many paid the ultimate price in the end. These tales romp along with plenty of action and recreate the atmosphere of this exciting and dangerous era in America's history using the vernacular of the times. PLEASE NOTE - Whilst the events that took place are primarily true, (as far as we know), the author has used a certain amount of creative license...

Available as a value box set complete series amazon.com/dp/B07WY4R7RT (copy and paste the link into your browser) Anita Catlin has done everything in her power to care for her younger sister. Now that Georgia has come of age, however, it becomes apparent that even Anita’s best efforts on the homestead won’t be enough to secure the future she dreams of for her sibling. Determined as ever, and certain of God’s hand guiding her steps, Anita sets off to Deming, NM, to become a Harvey Girl and earn enough money to provide for her sister. Read all books in HARVEY HOUSE Historical Christian ...

Do you like true stories of the Wild West? You should love these tales of outlaws, gunslingers and adventurers then. You may not have heard much about some of these bad guys, but they were real, ruthless outlaws and all had their "15 minutes of fame", leaving trails of death and mayhem behind them. Most did not live to an old age, on average just 35 years old, and those that did survive longer were probably in jail. These tales romp along with plenty of action and recreate the atmosphere of this exciting and dangerous era in America's history using the vernacular of the times. Whilst the ...

A Steamy AMBW & BWWM Interracial Romance Series (Close Proximity, Fake Dating, Love Triangle) The Men of Amore Series is full of sweet & spicy BWWM and AMBW couples with satisfying romance tropes from high tension love triangles to close proximity and even a fake dating romance. A steamy collection packed with heartwarming interracial romance with swoon worthy men for hire and the black women who fall for them. ✔️ BWWM & AMBW Interracial Romance ✔️ Dual POVs ✔️ Steamy with plenty of angst & heart ✔️ Male Escorts ✔️ Curvy FMCs ✔️ Close Proximity, Love Triangles, Fake ...

(This story used to be part of the Mail-Order Brides of America Series. It is the same story but has a brand new cover and series name.) Sophie came to live at Mary’s Home when she was 14 from an orphanage in New York. Five years later she is still at Mary’s Home enjoying her dream job. Mr. Davis hired her to help train and care for his racing horses. But Sophie knows it is time to move on. She saw firsthand how beneficial it was for some younger girls who came to live at Mary’s Home when Savannah and Clara left. She knows it is time to allow another girl to take her place. She ...

(This story used to be part of the Mail-Order Brides of America series. It is the same story, but with a brand new cover and series name.) Rachel has been living at Mary’s Home for Girls for six years. A year ago, she became pregnant and had a baby girl out of wedlock. Mrs. Davis allowed her to stay at the home with her daughter, but soon Rachel starts to realize she needs to live her own life. She hates the idea of becoming a mail-order bride like her friends, but she eventually comes to the conclusion that she needs to do the same. After all, no one in North Carolina was going to want ...

Two wounded souls discover a chance at love and redemption in this classic story of switched at birth and marriage of convenience along the Oregon Trail. When a tragedy claims Jeremiah's beloved wife, he is left to care for their newborn daughter, Sarah, alone. Overwhelmed by the demands of farming and fatherhood, Jeremiah reluctantly places Sarah in an orphanage, promising to return for her. Little does he know that fate has a surprising twist in store. Katherine endures the loveless marriage with an older man. But when she gives birth to a daughter, her husband heartlessly tears the baby ...

Louis L'Amour's tales of adventure cannot be surpassed for sheer storytelling excitement, and they stand as a testament to his legendary appeal. Here are timeless tales of danger and daring, wanderlust and heroism, filled with ordinary men and women facing often insurmountable challenges with courage, dignity, honor, and heart.

Wrong place, wrong time...and now she's running for her life... Audrey Parker has everything figured out. At twenty-one years old, she’s got everything she ever wanted… Well, almost everything. But, she’s on her way toward living her dream. It's 1920 and the world is changing, especially for women. Bright lights, a big city, and independence are finally within her reach. And now that she’s living in New York City, it’s all just a few steps away. With the help of some friends from her boarding house, Audrey is excited to get a taste of big city life at last. But when it’s finally...

The lure of the American West is in the spirit of adventure, in the majestic expanse of unconquered wilderness and in rugged individuals on a quest for identity and sometimes for survival. Owen Wister's unsmiling Virginian... Dorothy M. Johnson's, "A Man Called Horse": These are a few of the colorful, even legendary characters who populate The American West in Fiction, a collection of stories edited by Jon Tuska.

(This story used to be part of the Mail-Order Brides of America series. It is the same story but has a new cover and series name.) Having previously lived at Mary’s Home for Girls, Allison is now a nurse working for the town doctor. She enjoys her job but she wants to have a family. She doesn’t feel she will ever find a man who would want to marry her in North Carolina because of her age (she is 28 and is considered an old maid) and her height (she is almost as tall as most men). She makes the decision to be a mail-order bride and starts to correspond with Mitch, a man who owns a small ...