The Traditional Western Novel Has New Titles and Authors

At Writers West, an online bookstore dedicated to the American West, traditional westerns books are represented by new, dynamic voices. The storytelling formula has been around for millennia and as a "western" for more than 100 years. Lovers of the genre don't have to be restricted to the time-worn tomes carried in traditional stores. These new westerns are full of action and historical accuracy. Many of the books are in series form.

Colorado author, Eugene Vories, has recently released the second of his Alan Stuart novels, ^Return to Pinon Mesa^ all about the sheepman/cowman dilemmas in early 20th century Pinon Mesa, Colorado. Vories also has a three-book series about Button Benton, who helps his employer deter rustlers in book one ^Mr. Grant's Cowboy^, matures through the action in book two ^Ride For The Brand^ , and becomes a deputy in book three ^Deputy^.

A new title from Texan Mike Kearby is action packed as his protagonist escapes jail after he is falsely accused of a crime. Set in post-Civil War West Texas, ^The Road to a Hanging^ is steeped with history about Blacks in the West. The second book in the series, featuring Free Anderson and Scott Parks, will be out in Spring 2007.

Another series is by James G. Griffin. His four-book series about Texas Ranger Jim Blawcyzk is set in the late 19th century. Blawcyzk tracks down rustlers, murderers, and train robbers; in the 2006 title ^Ranger Justice^, Blawcyzk must face his own demons. The authenticity in Griffin's books has won them permanent display in the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum in Waco, Texas.

Writers West carries classics, too, including SPUR Award winner ^The Sergeant's Lady^ by Miles Swarthout. There is ^Cutthroat Gulch^, by Richard S. Wheeler, who also has novels about Bat Masterson and Wyatt Earp, and his Old West Series of Skye's West. The ^The Shootist^ by the late Glendon Swarthout is the classic's classic; the screen version of this book became John Wayne's last film. The rare hardback (autographed) and several paperback versions are available, including the 2006 British release.

The traditional westerns and most of the other titles at Writers West are inscribed by the author. This makes them special finds on the Internet, and keeps this site, http://www.writerswest.com a leader in western fiction and nonfiction.