A new collection of Western Fiction which includes five first print stories; Join a young boy shooting Raiders from his Mother's grave and as an orphan dealing with other killers; a young girl left orphan when her Father is murdered and joined by a gun fighting ex convict Uncle to aid her in dealing with the killers and locate Moses's gold.-Follow gun fighting cow hand Shorty as he brings help to a struggling Lady Ranch owner to stop thieves with a killing threat -" I'm the little man that'll headline the El Paso newspaper as the man that shot and killed three thieves on the Moon Light Ranch, this morning.-Wagon Train youth, Cody losing their wagon horses to Indians, then standing tall to fill the shoes of his dead father as he and his Mother travel west on the Santa Fe Trail-Bundy was hardly cold in his grave, when his body was stolen in the belief that he was tattooed with a map to a gold mine; leaving an Empty Grave.

A collection of five fictional early west adventures, most of which are based on or around historical events of the 1870 era in New Mexico and Arizona territories . All are written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but factual story from that period of our southwest history. Follow the trials of a young Indian cast from his tribe to die in the Apache Canyon of Skulls but determined to live using his Indian skills. The story of an outlaw trying to change his life, using tactics of Colonel Stonewall Jackson to free a girl from Jail and discover the simplest solution for finding a lost gold Mine. A young homesteader's trail of vengeance for the murder of his family. A bitter veteran of the Civil War meeting and enjoying a sometime humorous encounter with a man hating woman. A young soldier saved by the nursing given him by a mute prostitute and their adventure together in discovery of a small fortune.

Five fictional early west adventures in common with events of the 1860 to 1880 era . Enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but factual stories from that period of our southwest history. Follow the rescue of a young wife from imprisonment by a jealous outlaw killer. She only needed a gun and the help of a helpless alcoholic. She would shoot her way out . Then experience the love and compassion when a rejected sweet heart takes in an abandoned mother with small children. Surprising help from a saloon girl on a cattle drive, then experience a blind soldier's terror when thrown in a mass grave of dead men while still alive . The "I'll be Jesus" comment would play a major role in his life Then a young woman's escape from the terrorizing massacre of an Indian tribe at Sand Creek , Colorado. Her desperate flight to final safety as an Indian Scout threatened ,"Sheriff, before you go, I want you to know , If Sawyer comes anywhere near these girls again, I'll kill him and you can list his death as a suicide."

A collection of Five fictional early west adventures around common events of the 1870 era in Arizona and California . All written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but factual story from that period of our southwest history. Follow the rescue adventure of outlaw Boone determined to make amends for the disfigurement of a young girl. The humorous story of a Camel on cattle drive. Sam was not a gentleman to the rescued young lady, but was it all his fault? A young boys vengeance killing of four renegades. Does fried chicken make him feel better? Three graves already in Boot Hill as the gunfighter Jim Darling says " Mister there ain't anything in this State as quick as she is. You'll have three bullets in your belly before you clear leather. Now you can be peaceable and answer her question or pick out who you wanna greet in hell."

Five fictional early west adventures in common with events of the 1878 era in Arizona and New Mexico.Bring an enjoyable unusual sometimes violent but factual story from that period of our southwest history. Follow the rescue of a young Indian Girl's attempted murder. She was the only source to a hidden Treasure, Gunfighter says, ". I'm Jackson Wade, maybe you've heard stories about me . Don't believe what you hear, I can be a hell of a lot worse than anything you heard". Then experience surprising justice for a murderer attempting to steal a home stead Take a wild and dangerous trip with a good rifle fighting woman and the Cherokee Chief says, "How many horses for your squaw white man?", Then a young woman's angry vengeance killing of four Raiders, sparks the beginning of a conflict which concludes when five stolen gold double eagles hang a murderer. Follow the rescue of an injured Apache woman escaping hanging and how she replaces the dead wife Maggie, of a retired Army Scout, but Oh my God! Who was she?

Five unique short fiction stories of adventures in the old west. Break from today's politics and move back a hundred years during a commute or lunch. Experience a life threatening gunfight at sundown twisting in a surprising conclusion. Jim Kern turned away from Curley, then spun around saying , " Missed your chance Curley; you coulda shot me in the back!" Army Scout Jay Morris ,woke up with a gun in his face hearing a screaming woman say, " You're not the man I married! Who the hell are you ?" the beginning of trouble? Then Jake's "Will you marry me?" Answer, "Of all the idiotic and lame brained people I've ever met Mister you are the worst. You don't just roll off a rock pile and propose to some girl you've never met!" And the stage hold up, " Damnit! You hard of hearin? I said, I need a woman! One of them girls in there." The Jakala story, Jeanie screamed, " Oh God! Joe look here!" and with shaking hands, a one ounce gold Ferdinand. All enjoyable reads even for me the author.

Western fighting action, Bush Murder. wild horse capture, Western humor. gun fighting, wounding, Stage coach robbery, Hand dug burial, train robbery, children rescue, evading capture, One arm gun fighter, four inches of black powder explosion, strong smelling sheep dog, suspense and mystery. An enjoyable group of western fiction, that encompasses the variety of incidents and activities described. This work designed to bring short story pleasure and satisfaction to the Commuter and lunch hour reader. Five individual fictional adventures into the frontier life of early Arizona Territory

a compilation of jokes and funny stories put in poetry. no vulgarity or offensive language. this book suitable for anyone. A hilarious collection of laughs time and audience tested during entertainment gigs. Many good laughs to begin or end your day.. if fun stories and laughter is not your thing, it will be after reading this. Do yourself a favor and give yourself a good laugh. I did;while putting it all together. Have a great day Laughin Out Loud!

Two disabled Korean Vets discover love , companionship and team up to make a life in Rodeo barrel racing. Romance, humor, excitement, suspense, heartbreaking loss and thrilling climax all form a part of this wonderful adventure. This is a story you'll want to enjoy many times over and make a favorite part of your library.

my personal biography of early childhood difficulties, orphanage life, school, Marine Corp Korea deployment, US Air Force enlistment, Civil Service career, Health related retirement, Contractor performance in support of Space shuttle and Aero space engineering.Hobbies of Country music entertaining, Gold mining , rodeo and horseback activities shared with a loving family and wonderful wife, Fran of 56 years

A collection of five exciting western fiction tales that includes Frontier humor, love , compassion, adventure , mystery, gold discovery, violence, and western justice. Each story is unique and interesting including factual , but unusual events and circumstances that make for ' can't put the book down' enjoyment. Preview includes: What happens to old gunfighters? The humor of Sugarbags Bobby gives the answer. Maybe Zeb's hookup with an Indian squaw's kids is the right way. Follow the search for Gold on Outlaw Creek and see if Cheater Jones's Daddy was Right. What about riding with a Dead Outlaw member of the notorious Jesse James Younger Gang as he proves that 'what goes around, comes around.' I hope you enjoy the read as much as I did the writing.

A very refreshing story of love and friendship in the Rodeo world. A tale of compassion and love for a crippled bucking horse and the events surrounding his destined Slaughter House appointment. The rekindling of an old romance. A hard luck aging cowboy and the bitter future ahead for a Champion Barrel Racing , but pregnant Cowgirl. These events taking place with a realistic inside look at Professional Rodeo and the horses they use. A heart warming, and satisfying adventure for all horse lovers.

Western fiction concerning life in 1800's Arizona Territory , Gold mining adventure, humorous romance aided by a jackass.Conversion of a bitter and vengeful convict. Gunfighting avenger who's luck finally turns.Young indian teams up with gunfighter for jailbreak.Each story a moving adventure designed for a quick get away from work , and todays politics to provide the reader a satisfying and enjoyable read.