Cowboy dumplings, red light districts, and Old West lariats

Mar 20, 2025 5:01 pm

March '25

Howdy pard,

Dang, seein’ you sure is a sight for sore eyes. Grab yourself a plate, help yourself to the pork and beans, and let me grab you a cup of joe.

Have I got somethin’ for you! I’ve tracked down a whole saddlebag of free westerns this month- feel free to help yourself. I’ll tell you all about the lariat (the cowboy’s best friend) and I’ll share what I’ve heard about those new ‘red-light’ districts from over Kansas way. I’ve got a tale to tell you about the mystery of the Horse Creek Girl, and a recipe for cowboy dumplings that will make your toes curl.

Finished your coffee? Here, have a shot of whisky to keep you warm. As my ol’ grandpa used to say, ‘Polishin' your pants on saddle leather don’t make you a rider’.

Classic westerns with grit

There’ no better story than a western… when it comes to westerns, this bundle of free tales of the West is where it’s at. There’s something here for everyone – and don’t forget, help yourself – they are all free!

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

Wrangler, by Curtis Long
When the wolf loves, by Sadie Conall
The Reckoning, by Carena McGregor
Ella, by Sadie Conall

Click here to get your free books!

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Old West Lariats

The lariat is like a cowboy’s Swiss army knife – a seemingly simple tool with a million different uses. No self-respecting cowboy would be caught out on the range without a strong rope near to hand.

A lasso or lariat (also called reata and la reata in Mexico) is a loop of rope designed as a restraint to be thrown around a target and tightened when pulled. Technically the correct term for the rope itself is lariat, and the word lasso is referred to how it is used. Cowboys themselves aren’t so fussy – they call it a lasso or a lariat, or sometimes just simply a rope! Find out more here:

https://nickbrumbywesterns.com/old-west-lariats/

‘Starts fast and runs hard’

Thank you to everyone who has picked themselves up a copy of Redding’s Fandango – the reviews have been great:

“The story starts fast and runs hard. Six-shooters, Winchesters and Bowie knives are the tools of the trade and they get well used. If Sol didn't have bad luck, he would have no luck at all. This story brings the non-stop cowboy action all the way to the end.”

The book is also now available on major ebook retailers - or check out the extra special edition containing exclusive content and a story epilogue not available from other retailers, delivered by Bookfunnel, and readable on any device. You can find it here:

https://nickbrumbywesterns.com/reddings-fandango/

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More great reading

There’s nothing like a great story, and these free quality titles are just waiting for you to start page one! Pick one, pick them all – it’s up to you. But don’t wait – they won’t cost you a cent!

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

Hunting Revolutionaries, by Thomas Sewell
Black Waters, by AE Spencer
Golden Spring, by CJ Hellman
The Golden Squire, by Mette Holm

Click here to get your free books!

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Did you know?

The term “red light district” came from the Red Light Bordello in Dodge City, Kansas. The front door of the building was made of red glass and produced a red glow to the outside world when lit at night. The name carried over to refer to the town’s brothel district.

Grab an adventure

Historical thrillers and mysteries – do I need to say more? Take your pick from some of the best historical fiction currently available, straight from the keyboards of some of the best writers in their field.

These books are waiting for you right now. Don’t wait – they are only available for a limited time!

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

Operation Teardrop, by KC Sivils
Devil’s Island, by CR Dempsey
Embrace of the Wild, by Linda Ballou
The Darkest Midnight in December, by Leara Rhodes

Click here to get yours!

https://books.bookfunnel.com/idesofmarch2/3mhksyi7fg

Frontier Marshal: A Coogan Mystery

I’m proud to recommend some great sci-fi that came across my desk – Frontier Marshal: A Coogan Mystery, by Michael Cardwell.

Here’s the story (spoiler-free!):

"U. S. Marshall Danny Coogan returns to his roots in Montana to settle into the sleepy town of Darwin with his pregnant wife. But as Danny races into town ahead of an early blizzard, the storms of his past threaten his future. Not only has the ambitions of the Ghost Buffalo Society set some of the local Indians on a path toward insurrection, but Danny’s best friend, Edmund Goodrunner, working undercover for the Tribal Council, has gone missing.

Soon, gunfire erupts in the town of Brokenrope on the Rez. A cop is shot, as is Danny’s wife, an innocent bystander. Danny knows what he needs to do as a lawman: discover the motives for these shootings, find Edmund, and stop the carnage. But as a man and a husband, he craves vengeance on the culprit who shot his wife."

Get your free book here:

https://storyoriginapp.com/swaps/9e6e9806-fa9f-11ef-9093-6312f26850e4

Documentary: The Mystery of the Horse Creek Girl

Fifty years after the historical remains of a Native American woman (known thereafter as ‘Horse Creek Girl’) were discovered, a seemingly simple tribal identification project blossomed into a complex, multi-discipline study. As a result, we now have an idea of how the Horse Creek Girl may have lived and died, and we get a different look at early reservation history.

Find out more about Horse Creek Girl in this great documentary:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kj9ICOg0wZw

More westerns with grit

We all love a good adventure – and here are some great tales of the American Frontier! Pick one, pick them all – it’s up to you. But don’t wait – they won’t cost you a cent!

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

Frontier Justice, by Michael Cardwell
Jacob’s Justice, by PDR Lindsay
Frontier Outlaws, by Michael Cardwell

Click here to get your free books!

https://storyoriginapp.com/to/3U53Qfz

Cowboy Dumplings

This recipe is a cowboy twist on the delicious Polish Pierogi. Pierogi are made with a fresh dough, stuffed with potatoes, cottage cheese, or meat, and served with butter and sour cream. This recipe combines a traditional dough and a cowboy twist with the filling. Cowboy chef Kent Rollins will take you through cooking this delicious yet simple meal for the whole bunkhouse. Watch him make it here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aHKNlimHWs

The Shieldmaiden's Daughter

I’m proud to recommend a great novel that came across my desk – The Shieldmaiden's Daughter, by Åsli & Bakkejord.

Here’s the story (spoiler-free!):

"Daughter of a king, raised by a shieldmaiden—life should be simple, right? But in the wake of Haakon's fall, danger lurks around every corner for Bethany and Tora.

Determined to honor Haakon’s memory, Bethany strives to provide Tora with a life of peace and safety. But Tora craves more than tranquility—she longs for glory and battle.

Can Tora live up to her legacy and claim her place in the Viking world, or will the pursuit of honor cost too much?"

Get your free book here:

https://storyoriginapp.com/swaps/5b4230ac-00b6-11f0-b823-9f92a653adc0

Get to know Sheriff Sol Redding

Grab your copy of my western Redding’s Fandango right here:

https://nickbrumbywesterns.com/reddings-fandango/

Your free western

Get your free and exclusive copy of my first western Redding’s Maverick here: https://BookHip.com/NGKAHW

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