October '23

Howdy pard,

Good to see you again. Don’t be shy – I kept a seat warm for you, right next to me. The whisky’s good, the viddles are warm and the company ain’t half bad either!

I heard you were short of something to read, so I brought along a big bag of books. Pick as many as you want, there’s something you’ll like, I’m sure. Don’t worry, they’re all on the house. I also heard some interesting scuttlebutt about the history of that saddle you rode in on… well. Not just yours, but every saddle across the West. There’s an update on that ol’ scallywag Geronimo, some great updates about how the landscapes across the West influenced how this wide land of ours was settled, and also a recipe I picked up for cowboy campfire tacos. Talk about tasty!

Listen to me blather on, and you with an empty glass. Here, have another. As my ol’ grandpa used to say, “hard work beats talent when talent don’t work hard.”

Historical fiction showdown

Check out this bundle of free dramas, mysteries, action and romance novels. It’s often hard to find a good new book to read, but you’ll like the selection here to choose from.

Here’s a couple of titles to whet your interest:

• Murder at Afternoon Tea, by Rosie Hunt
• The Rugged Rancher Finds Love, by Raya Stevens
• A Matter of Vengeance, by K C Sivils
• American Past Time, by Len Joy

Click here to get your free books!

https://books.bookfunnel.com/historicalfictionfreebiesoctober2022/6kr6ttfrjf

Old West saddles

The western saddle and the cowboy who rides in it are an inescapable part of the American story. For months on end on long trail drives a cowboy would be in his saddle from before sunup, right through the day and often half the night as well. When he finally found time for rest, his saddle often served as his pillow.

A cowboy’s saddle was indispensable. A cowboy in the old American West could not work without one. Find out more about the thousand-year history of the Old West saddle:

https://nickbrumbywesterns.com/western-saddles/

More great reading

Here’s a thought–check out this bundle of free historical mystery and crime novels, penned by some wonderful authors. You can choose from some of their best work–take as much as you’d like, absolutely free.

Here’s a couple of titles to whet your interest:

• The Catalogued Corpse, by D S Lang
• Murder Illustrated, by Robert Wilhelm
• Forevermore, by Jim Musgrave
• The Jade Dragon, by Jarrett Hutson

Click here to get your free books!

https://books.bookfunnel.com/historical-crime/bhlsyivrqd

Did you know?

Native American leader Geronimo fought against both Mexico and the United States due to their moves to expand into Apache tribal lands in what is now Arizona. He led several raids against both nations after his wife and children were killed by Mexican troops in the 1850s. He earned his name for his bravery in battle, where he killed several Mexicans with a knife amid flying bullets. Settlers believed he was the ‘worst Indian who ever lived,’ but after his surrender to US troops in 1886, he converted to Christianity and even rode in Teddy Roosevelt’s inaugural parade.

Chases, shootings, explosions

Looking for all action all the time? Then mosey on over to this new giveaway – a saddlebag of different novels full of twists, turns, tumbles and spills. They all look great – and won’t cost you a cent.

Pick one, pick ten, pick them all – it’s up to you. Here’s a couple of titles to whet your interest:

• The Notorious Texas Swindler, by Pepper Anne
• Den of Snakes, by Damian Vargas
• Tides of Desire, by A V Davenport
• Dark Secret Lie, by Penelope McGrath

Don’t miss out, folks – get ‘em right here:

https://storyoriginapp.com/to/pHBiD4v

How the West was won

The landscapes of America's three great mountain ranges - the Appalachians, the Rockies and the Sierra Nevada - challenged the westward push of the early pioneers. Their awe-inspiring geography, extreme weather, wild animals and ecology presented both great opportunities and great challenges for the native tribes, mountain men, fur traders, wagon trains and gold miners of the Wild West.

Find out more about how the landscape in the Old West shaped the destiny of a nation:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7goxZ6ihdzU

Cowboy Campfire Tacos

Light the fire and bring your cast iron, it’s time for some cowboy campfire cookin'! Bread some catfish to fry for some crispy tacos topped with Lunch Lady coleslaw and homemade remoulade. Tim Farmer's Country Kitchen will show you how to cook this cowboy campfire feat fit for a king.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imMGc_LFsQg

Albertan Apocalypse

I’m proud to recommend a great western adventure that came across my desk –Albertan Apocalypse, by John Keillor.

Here’s the story (spoiler-free!):

Zach McKinley returns home from years of war to find his province changing. Twelve years after the flash decimated the internet and government, rich people are getting richer in post-apocalyptic Alberta as their children behave badly. In fact, they're leading enemy forces straight to them. Combat operators are the backbone of provincial security, and they're being asked to choose between Calgary's mayor and the city's wealthiest families. Those who are loyal are in danger of being banished if the mayor is deposed.

The McKinleys would lose everything if the families with most money prevail. And now, the biggest threat to Alberta since the flash wants the resources that keep its people alive. Zach suffers from PTSD and emotional injuries that scar his past. But with his family and his life on the line, he must fight and win or lose his mind.

Get your copy here:

https://storyoriginapp.com/swaps/5dcf2898-669d-11ee-888d-0fea42a33677

Sixgun Drifter Sol Redding

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Happy trails,

Nick