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44:15 El Camino del Diablo
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In this collection of Western fiction, I’ve endeavored to bring the reader a little laughter at the expense of my characters, even though they are at times engaged in life threatening adventures. Learn to say something nice to all of your enemies like “Rest in Peace!”

A new collection of enjoyable and entertaining Western fiction. Jump into an 1850 stage coach with a haughty Boston School teacher and enjoy the bumpy humorous ride,or maybe you’d rather enjoy joining a rogue named Ebanezzer Farnsworth as he and his goodtime girl carry a stinky casket to a gold digging conclusion. Maybe you’d prefer trailing a Jackass named Fresno to a gold cache somewhere along the terrible El Camino del Diablo( the highway of the Devil) only to encounter a startling conclusion to another Mystery. Join young orphan Josh as he follows the Bible teachings in bringing peace and
A Horse Called Baltimore

A Trilogy of interesting and enjoyable horse tales

A Horse Called Baltimore follows the tale of an inmate and his training of a wild mustang. Their story of prison training and life after provides an interesting look at events uncommon but realistic and factual in today’s world. Then follow the fictional and turbulent tale of Jonas as he touches and enriches the lives of so many. Most couldn’t see or realize his value. It was only a little Polio crippled girl that knew her eight dollar burro was worth a million dollars. Horse racing closes this trilogy with the excitement and thrills in the Sport of Kings when a struggling man and wife accid
A Little More Shootin To Do
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A mixed collection of western fiction wherein a little humor thrown in along with action/adventure provides enjoyable and interesting reading

The territory of Arizona following the War Between the States was the site of a large number of outlaw incidents involving , raiding, stage coach, bank and gold mine robberies. Coupling these with legendary Spanish stories of lost gold mines and Indian attacks involving Army Payroll losses resulted in many attempts to find these hidden treasures. Some of those stories are true and some are myths! This collection of short stories is an attempt to recreate in enjoyable Western Action fiction some of the mystery and adventure surrounding the quest for some of these lost treasures. A large number
Apache Canyon
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A group of short Western Fiction stories which closely represents the life style and adventures of our early western frontier.

This is a collection of five western fiction short stories that emulate, in part; some unusual activities and events found in diaries, and other accounts written by pioneers and wagon train emigrants. This work is written to bring enjoyable and interesting reading with satisfying short stories for today’s hectic life style. A long novel is often laid down as too lengthy to read during a commute or waiting period . I have endeavored to write Western Fictions that include suspense, mystery , unusual incidents, some violence if necessary, light humor and romance where possible; I hope you enj
Big Thunder
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Western fiction stories which depict pioneer and Indian activities in our early western frontier.

It is my opinion that the introduction of a book should warn you of it’s contents and In doing so prepare you for things that may be unusual or surprising in nature. A number of my stories originate from actual events in our early west particularly in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. I have been an avid student of pioneer and Indian activities in those areas. I sincerely hope that my fictional stories do not offend or embarrass any nationality or lifestyle. I have endeavored to put realism in my narratives without overly offensive language, or fantasy. My characters are drawn from the characteri
Black Spider
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A Has been Rodeo Bronc rider attempts to win a big purse on an unbeaten bucking horse and comes

to the aid a pregnant ex-girl friend

A fictional true to life-like love story which captures the exciting action of the Rodeo world. A heart warming story of two contestants whose lives are entwined and changed by the events involving the pregnancy of a girl Barrel Racing Champion, a $10,000 prize winning Saddle Bronc ride by a has-been cowboy, and the rescue of a crippled Champion Bucking horse. This Rodeo adventure occurring during the revival of an eight year old broken romance in which an undefeated Champion Bucking Horse named Black Spider plays a major role. Excitement, drama, intrigue, and human interest.Ride with Ji
Boot Hill Can Wait
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A collection of early west fiction that encompasses a variety of reading pleasure for the western fan. Included are adventures in action , violence , wild horse capture and romance.

That period between 1849 through 1880 in our early west with it’s Indian wars and gunfighter activity gave us a living picture of what life was like on the frontiers. The stories of individual and group conflicts influenced the development of cowboy hero’s and gunfighters which were later made popular in Hollywood movies. No movie or story though, could ever match the real life drama that was an every day struggle and experience for the scores of Frontier families that settled the west. Life was raw , harsh and frequently bloodthirsty. Many of these unsung heroic families died in the effort.
Burro's to Bisbee

Western fiction album of five stories of the early west

This work is a collection of Five fictional early west tales of uncommon nature of the 1870 era in Arizona and New Mexico. All written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but satisfying story from that period of our southwest history. Follow, the trail of three misfits taking burro’s to the huge number of hungry miners in the town of Bisbee. Join a horribly beaten teen age boy as he escapes hanging and saves the life of a crippled Indian girl. Ride with a stormy red headed girl as she chases Mexican raiders bent on killing her and her mother; then follow the tale of an ex-ou
Dead Man Mysteries

This western fiction Album serves up some unusual mysteries set in the early west.

This work is a collection of Five fictional early west mysteries and tales of uncommon nature of the 1870 era in Arizona and New Mexico . All written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but satisfying story from that period of our southwest history. Follow, the solution task of Lucky, suffering from amnesia and wounded in a group of three murdered dead men lying in a wrecked Stage coach at the foot of a fifty foot cliff. Then solve the location of a barrel of gold while dodging a murder charge as young Joe’s wife is forced to kill. Join young Matt Tyler’s gun fighting ta
Don't Shoot ! It's Me
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Western Short Story fiction that includes a number of situations found very common during the development of early Arizona Territory. Unfortunately, violence , pillaging and murder were commonplace and the wives and women of that era had to become strong, self sufficient and independent often surpassing the fighting characteristics of their men folks.

This is a collection of 5 fictional western action and adventures that will take you back to the 1850 era of the American West. Characters and stories are based on actual events that occurred during this turbulent period. A young orphaned girl takes on a gunfighter’s job in a Livery stable. A young Mother to be fights off a band of Raiders burning her house. A man escapes hanging to team with a Jackass in search of a Gold mine. A young man is forced to take to a gun, he doesn’t want and becomes a feared gun fighter. Ex killer convict takes up a vengeance trail to rescue an Indian captive. Ea
Dream of an Outlaw

Western Fiction Album of Five Stories

This work is a collection of Five fictional early west tales of uncommon nature of the 1870 era in Arizona and New Mexico. All written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but satisfying story from that period of our southwest history. A Mexican outlaw partners with a plain looking Indian girl to look for a rich treasure near Muskogee, Oklahoma. Though fearsome himself, he was tame compared to the girl. A hard core mountain trapper’s daughter stops a robbery , but charged with murder was the wrong thing to do . You don’t mess with this girl. The ex- Ranger’s wife is killed and
Empty Grave
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A collection of fictional stories of the early western frontier. Action and adventure

Western Short Story fiction that includes a number of situations found common during the development of early Arizona Territory. Many accounts are written of robberies and pillaging murders , most involving the outlaws quest for gold during the turbulent years following the Civil War. Arizona was and remains a land of lost gold mines and the mysteries surrounding them. Men, women and teenagers were often thrown into life threatening conflicts that threatened survival. These experiences ultimately leading to the development of the strong men and women credited with settlement of this wild terr
Fried Rabbit Tracks

Western Fiction An album of 5 stories set in the early west. action, adventure , human interest

An album of five western action, adventure and human interest stories set in the early southwest during the gun fighter and Indian war era of !850 to 1880. Catch a ride with a young boy determined to drive a freight wagon over the Santa Fe trail a thousand miles of danger to reach his grand pa. Maybe follow a young Boxer leaving threat of death in New York city to become a threat of death with a gun in Arizona. A bad stroke of luck , lands a union soldier in prison and later to become a galvanized Yankee poker player fighting Indians. Fried rabbit tracks and sawdust gravy for a freight
Get Down Off Your Horse
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A collection of action packed Western stories from the 1850 t0 1880 early west. these include gun fights, indian conflicts, lost treasure mystery, suspense, ironic humor and a Turkey stampede.

Summary of Apache Squaw Gold A small town Sheriff of 55 years old gives up his Gun for Hire Law Enforcement career to go hunt for lost Confederate gold. Rescues an old Apache Squaw with six small orphans. Shot down and helpless to defend himself, he finds that the prettiest sight he’ll ever see is the toothless grin of an old Squaw! This action fiction adventure centers around the lost Confederate Gold Wagon sent from California to support the Southern States War effort in 1862.   
Get my Gun to Cindy
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Western fiction from our early western frontier and it's history.I have endeavored to put realism in my narratives without overly offensive language, or fantasy.

It is my opinion that the introduction of a book should warn you of it’s contents and In doing so prepare you for things that may be unusual or surprising in nature.. A number of my stories originate from actual events in our early west particularly in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. I have been an avid student of pioneer and Indian activities in those areas. I sincerely hope that my fictional stories do not offend or embarrass any nationality or lifestyle..  Summaries: Get My Gun to Cindy The Lincoln county war story included the killing of Shotgun Roberts. This is a fictional take of
Getting The Message
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A story involving a champion Bull rider, but the main message is an inspirational love story that develops changing his life forever.

The following phrase has been used many times in the life of Irishmen as a toast be-fore dinner. “I want my neighbors to respect me, trouble to neglect me, an angel to protect me and heaven to accept me.” I think it’s very appropriate for people of all persuasion ,and Bull Riders in particular. I would also say it has a lot in common with the character of this story. From the beginning of time, wild cow and bull riding has been an exciting and challenging sport for the gladiator looking for dangerous competition. Unfortunately , in recent years major objections from Animal groups have redu
Give Lefty a Call
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A compelling auto biography that details a very diverse life of unusual events from early child hood through 80 years.

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     
Gold Mining Pickin and Grinnin
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An auto bio account that deals with the fun side of GoldMining starring the characters, the wild stories, drama, humor rewards and failures. I've put it all in song and verse for enjoyment of the reader.

Gold Mining always generates wild incidents, humor, and chilling stories because of the attraction, adventure involved, and like elixir to a gambler; the near promise of a Bonanza reward! This biographical collection includes all of the above including songs derived from the antics, the humor and the quest for gold. It has been my very good fortune to have spent decades following the call of the gold miner entertaining and enjoying the camaraderie, thrilling success, or disappointing failure of thousands of friends and acquaintances. This account has been written to provide a revival of the me
Gold Mining,Tricks of the Trade

This is a complete end to end true narrative which details in picture and text the mining of placer gold. Over two hundred pictures illustrate methods and the results in Gold!

My reason for writing this book is due to the fact that when I got into Gold Mining , I could find no book written by a true gold miner. Most of the old timers that spent a lifetime seeking gold could neither read or write and their knowledge was lost when they passed. Their secrets and techniques were lost forever. Fortunately, I had some of the best teachers still alive when I got started. Most notably was Bud Lee Sherman of Awahanee California.'He learned from the ol’timers, built his own sluice box when he was sixteen and introduced me to the little known and commonly used methods of Gol
Jail Break

Western Fiction Album of five stories

Five fictional early west tales of uncommon nature of the 1870 era in Arizona and New Mexico. All written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but satisfying story from that period of our southwest history. Jail Break at Yuma prison where a dying cell mate left the clever plans for escape used to free four inmates. These four eventually becoming the River’s brothers of Tucson. A suspenseful tale involving life threatening events and a Chinese gunfighter. Next we see an alcoholic ex-sheriff partnering with a young Japanese slave girl that has been cheated out of her inheritance
Laughing Out loud
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All entries are humorous or crazy enough to laugh about. I've given every one a poetic rendition for entertainment.

I am a lifetime believer in using the power of poetry as a means of inspiring an emotional connection to people. Most of my writing has been designed to bring laughter and enjoyment to all readers. I am however ; an entertainer,a sentamentalist , and compassionate individual that reacts to emotions all around me. It’s understandable, then that I write to a feeling. Love, sympathy. com-passion, pride, humor, and faith in God are some of the strong feelings I have and try to convey in my writing. Have I been suc-cessful? Some folks think so. Somewhere in this work I’m certain You’ll find lau
Mustang Blue
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Mustang Blue; is a fictionalized version of the life and adventures of a Wild Mustang survivor in today’s changing world. His capture and the love of a crippled young girl make for a heart warming adventure.

The horrible treatment of wild horses in the United State is a national disgrace. Mustang Blue is a fictional survivor of the capture and slaughter of his entire family. His unique type , intelligence and disposition are mirrored in the loving bond he develops with a little crippled six year old girl. She cannot see the poor conformation and inbred faults of the Mustang. She can only see and enjoy the love and friendship of her best friend. This is their story and how Mustang Blue affected the lives of all those around him, A heart warming and dramatic adventure into the life of a despised an
One Eyed Jack
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A realistic story of a one eyed race horse and his development into a champion. This story encompasses most ot the race track language and some techniques of betting.

This is a fictional story of the Race Horse world, that illustrates and permits the reader to understand some of the complexities involved in Thoroughbred horse racing. I have endeavored to present a realistic look into the magic, excitement and just plain luck that is all part of a champion race horse. It also includes the normal everyday lives and loves of the owners trainers, and jockeys of race horses where joy, and heartbreak are as common for them as it is for all of us. I’ve included some of the vernacular( mode of expression) and language associated with the horse race community in
Outlaw Creek
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A combination of unusual western fiction stories including mysteries , humor, what goes around , comes around and watch out for an unusual killer.

Arizona territory was identified as a Confederate territory-during the Civil War and all Union troops were removed and sent east to fight. This action left all of the settlers at the mercy of the Apaches. Hundreds of killings took place and every young man ,if he wanted to stay alive, honed his gun skills. Some of these young men became Rangers and Lawmen. A larger number found their gun skills more useful as members of Outlaw Gangs .The history of Arizona during the period of 1860 on up through the early 1880’s is filled with raiding , killing and robbery. Very few gunfighters , good or bad e
Run Baby Run
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an inspirational fiction story of two disabled veterans making a life in the exciting world of Rodeo Barrel Racing.

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.  
Somewhere Up Yonder
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Western fiction Five interesting short stories from early American western frontier.

This work is written to bring enjoyable and interesting reading with satisfying short stories for today’s hectic life style. A long novel is often laid down as too lengthy to read during a commute or lunch break . I have endeavored to write Western Fiction that include suspense, mystery , unusual incidents, some violence if necessary, light humor and romance where possible I hope you enjoy the read as much as I did the writing.  
Sundown Shootout
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A collection of unique stories from the early west featuring action, mystery and suspense

That period between 1849 through 1880 in our early west with it’s Indian wars and gunfighter activity gave us a living picture of what life was like on the frontiers. The stories of individual and group conflicts influenced the development of cowboy hero’s and gunfighters which were later made popular in Hollywood movies. No movie or story though, could ever match the real life drama that was an every day struggle and experience for the scores of Frontier families that settled the west. Life was raw , harsh and frequently bloodthirsty. Many of these unsung heroic families died in the effort.
The Winning Hand
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A collection of western fiction dealing with some women of the early west and their adventures. These stories mated with violence of that era illustrating their heroics in life threatening events.

The Winning Hand Ex Confederate soldier journeys thousands of miles to deliver small fortune to dead friends wife. He finds terrible injustice being served by Union Regulators in Arizona Territory and instantly becomes involved in the deadly correction of things. Western action , adventure and human interest.     
Three for Boothill
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A group of western fictional stories, written of unusual and interesting content. . Some are based on actual events

It has been my desire with every writing, to bring enjoyable, realistic, and interesting reading with satisfying short stories for today’s hectic life style. A long novel is often too lengthy to read during a commute or lunch break and a lot of the time you lose the spirit or life of the story overnight. Within these Western Fiction stories I have endeavored to include suspense, mystery , unusual incidents, some violence if necessary, light humor and romance where possible. I hope you enjoy the read as much as I did the writing.  
Three Squaws

Western fiction of action, adventure, violence, humor and romance where possible

This work is an album of five western action, adventure and human interest stories set in the early southwest during the gun fighter and Indian war era of !850 to 1880. Many incidents of unusual interest described in diaries and historical research common to that period I have included where possible, to bring a little realism to these fictions. The early settlements had little law enforcement and many a man had to stand alone serving his own justice. Some factual accounts are included where possible. One thing stands out in this time in the west . Life expectancy was 39yrs and most o
Trail to Red Mountain
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Arizona territory in the 1800’s was early American West at it’s best and worse. This collection of Western fiction is a combination of all including the most common Indian White man relationships.

Exciting action, drama , human interest and western humor as a young Indian Boy executes a jail escape, two Jackasses aid a romance,’An innocent convict mistakenly imprisoned in Yuma Territorial Prison trades his bitter revenge for a young mother and her baby, a young Father turns avenger following murderous loss of his family and a killer Granpa risks his life in a terrorizing mining effort.   
Two Paso's

An album of 5 short stories- Western fiction

A collection of Five fictional early west adventures around common events of the 1870 era in Arizona and New Mexico . All written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but factual story from that period of our southwest history. Follow the rescue adventure of Patty Gringo prostitute as she is grabbed by a Rancher needing a wife. A young boy of fifteen joins an Apache family and joins in a perilous adventure to find a home. Follow the unbelievable journey of a young girl escapee from a house of prostitution to deliver aid to a dying soldier’s mother hundreds of miles away.”S
Whiskey Gold

An Album of Five Western Fiction Mysteries, Action, adventure, gun fighting , human interest

This work is an album of five western action, adventure and human interest stories , all of which involve mysteries. It’s set in the early southwest during the gun fighter and Indian war era of !850 to 1880. Many incidents of unusual interest described in diaries and historical research common to that period I have included where possible, to bring a little realism to these fictions. The early settlements had little law enforcement and many a man had to stand alone serving his own justice. Life expectancy was 39yrs and most of the so called gunfighters didn’t make 40. An old man was 5
Who Shot Alverez

An album of 5 western fiction action adventures, some violence, humor and romance where possible

This work is a collection of Five fictional early west adventures of uncommon events of the 1870 era in Arizona and New Mexico . All written to bring an enjoyable unusual, sometimes violent but satisfying story from that period of our southwest history. Follow the dangerous path of a young fifteen year old facing death to hold his uncle’s homestead.Then beware of an Apache girl trained to kill as she aids a wounded gold miner. Squawman Bev want’s to drop his Indian wife , but luckily changes his mind as he says, “ Damnit Eli, I told you to be careful, our horses are over there. You can
You Better Come Shootin
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A collection of Western fiction involving a cross section of life , customs and historical events that occurred in the 1860 era of our western frontier. All of the stories utilize authentic period weapons, techniques and customs in the narrative.

Tales of Gun fighters, murder, Indian conflict, gold mining, mystery, suspense,, horse racing, wild horse capture, hanging, romance, marriage and the amazing Pony Express all captured in this work. Bring your imagination and Hard core American heritage as you stand shoulder to shoulder with these heroic men and women defining Western Justice,. Ride with a daring young rider of the Pony Express as he blazes his way through Indian ambush and ‘Hold your Breath” as the young lady Anita picks up a rifle and carefully squeezed off a shot ending the life of a suffering murderer. To be a part of this
Zippa Slept Here
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Dogs talk to you in many ways to convey their needs and thoughts. This is my version of my dog Zippa's Auto biography. tell me I'm wrong.

Dogs can’t talk ? Wrong!! Anyone that’s in love with their dog will tell you different. In my personal experience, Doxy’s are stubborn and hardheaded but highly intelligent(maybe too smart for humans and consequently don’t fit the intelligent scale used by the so called experts). They, for the most part are short haired ,and their facial expressions and body language tell you exactly what they’re saying, or thinking. That crazy wagging tail say’s it all. You are always their hero and their God, no matter your status in life. The expression loving you for richer or for poorer , for better

A Little More Shootin To Do by Tom Leftwich

A mixed collection of western fiction wherein a little humor thrown in along with action/adventure provides enjoyable and interesting reading  
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  1. Gold River Canyon
  2. Warriors of the Wilderness
  3. Garrett's Ghost
  4. Wilderness Bound
  5. A Little More Shootin To Do
  6. 44:15 El Camino del Diablo
  7. Boot Hill Can Wait
  8. Two Paso's
  9. Outlaw Creek
  10. Into the Wilderness
  11. Apache Canyon
  12. You Better Come Shootin
  13. Get my Gun to Cindy
  14. Sundown Shootout
  15. Don't Shoot ! It's Me
  16. Somewhere Up Yonder
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  22. For Faded Love
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BLESSINGS FROM THE FOUR WINDS by Syvila Weatherford

Story inspired by life of the author's great grandfather, a Black Cowboy who kidnapped his Native American bride after a cattle drive from Waco, TX to Dodge City, KS. Their story, him a master horseman and her a trained to be a healer with herbs and  
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