Western Life

One look at the rugged rancher, and the years melted away. The man who once set my world on fire still had the power to ignite a passion I thought was long gone. Kelvin Kensington—my first love and the father of my son—never knew the truth. After our unforgettable nights, I found myself pregnant at 19, but with him deployed, I couldn’t reach him. Pressured by my parents, I married another man to avoid shame. Now, my ex—the nightmare I escaped—is threatening to reveal the secret I’ve guarded for so long. I wouldn’t tell Kelvin if it weren’t for the threats, but he needs to ...

Though he is no longer as well remembered as he once was, one of the most famous and notorious lawmen of the Wild West was Bat Masterson, who drifted around Dodge City and other parts of the West and was associated with legends like Wyatt Earp. Carrying a six-shooter that he called "the gun that tamed the West", Masterson was involved in several duels and shootouts, much of which was embellished during the early 20th century when he became a newspaper columnist.

Prayer is crucial in the exercise of faith. It is the lifeline of believers to God. To please God, believers should pray with the right motivation and understanding of what prayer really is. With a good understanding of the deep meanings of prayer, this spiritual exercise can be a powerful tool. Prayer is an act of connecting with God. God loves fellowshipping with his people, but such cannot take place unless someone falls on his knees and begins communicating with him.

Embark on an Unforgettable Journey with the Cypress Hills Ranch Series Boxset – Six Captivating Romances in One! Book 1: Hold on tight as you're swept away into the world of a flirty bull rider and a down-to-earth waitress. In this heart-pounding tale, sparks fly and passions ignite, proving that love can conquer even the wildest of rides. Book 2: Get ready for an enchanting encounter between a grumpy florist and a rugged mechanic. Watch as these two seemingly opposite souls find their worlds colliding, leading to a love that's as unexpected as it is irresistible. Book 3: At her sister's ...

Some terrifying things have happened to Olive in the old stone house, but none as scary as starting junior high. Or so she thinks. When she plummets through a hole in her backyard, though, she realizes two things that may change her mind: First, the wicked Annabelle McMartin is back. Second, there's a secret underground that unlocks not one but two of Elsewhere's biggest, most powerful, most dangerous forces yet. But with the house's guardian cats acting suspicious, her best friend threatening to move away, and her ally Morton starting to rebel, Olive isn't sure where to turn.

Erika Cantrell adores attending weddings, perhaps because she’d had the dreamy husband and perfect marriage. Once. But that was gone. Now she dedicates herself to her work at a pediatric practice and she’s happy to make a difference in the lives of others. Cody Stiers, a rugged organic farmer has moved to the wide-open spaces of Montana. Open to a second chance at love after his own marriage ended years ago, Cody is finally hopeful about his future. They meet at a wedding, and the chemistry is instant. Drawn to Erika's beauty and spirit, Cody doesn't hesitate to ask her out. But despite...

The Life and Times of Luke Johnson Book Two of Three As Luke's journey unfolds, the corridors of Judge Isaac Parker's court become the stage for his ascent in the world of law enforcement. His courage and innate ability to confront outlaws propel him beyond his wildest dreams. A formidable adversary, he carves a path fueled by both justice and vengeance, leaving a trail of legends in his wake. Life has taken an unexpected turn with love having entered the equation, intertwining with a mission that challenges the very core of Luke's being. The pursuit of his prey leads him through trials ...

He's been so busy trying to find Miss Right. She's been standing right in front of him the whole time. This Christmas, can Mister and Libby take their relationship out of the best friend zone? Mister Glover has been inspired by his brothers and cousins as they've all found someone to spend their lives with. He's made a real effort too, even going so far as to ask his best friend, Liberty Bellamore, to set him up with the women in Three Rivers. Libby has done what Mister asked, though each date he goes on that's with another woman breaks off another piece of her heart. She's loved Mister for...

The cowboy is an iconic figure in American culture. With his hat, boots, and trusty horse, the cowboy rides in at a moment of crisis to intervene against the forces of evil. In the 20th century, the cowboy of the Wild West took center stage in the realm of popular literature.

From humble beginnings in rural Tennessee to his heroic death defending the Alamo, frontiersman, adventurer, and politician David Davy Crockett embodies the spirit and ideals of the national character. Even during his lifetime, tales of the sharpshooting, skilled woodsman were - to his delight - told, retold, and elaborated on. As a US congressman, the former Creek War militiaman steadfastly opposed President Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act.

In December 1850, the dark hours before dawn make 12-year-old Patrick O’Connell shiver. He lives with his mother and older sister in a wet and drafty shack. Patrick has been the man of the family ever since Da, his father, sailed from Ireland to America. But now he has a problem he can’t solve: there isn’t enough money to pay the rent.

Damon West was a promising college athlete and Division 1 starting quarterback when a career-ending injury incited his struggle with drug abuse. Once he was introduced to methamphetamines, he became instantly hooked. The lives of many innocent people would forever be changed by the choices he made in order to feed his insatiable meth habit. By 2009, a Dallas jury had sentenced him to sixty-five years—a life sentence—for engaging in organized crime. Or, in prison slang, he got six dimes and a nickel. It was a RICO case, of which he was the ringleader.

She's had a crush on him for decades. He's finally in a place where he feels ready to date the boss's daughter. Can Cord and Jane take their relationship to the next level without getting burned? Jane Hammond has grown and matured a lot over the years. So much so that she's now working in the accounting department at the massive family company in downtown Denver. But she's living on her family's farm, which her older brother now owns. Her father lives in the generational house, and he still has his eye on Jane's wild streak. That, and that alone, has kept her from pursuing Cord Behr, the ...

She's the only Glover without a significant other. He's been searching for someone who can love him and his daughter. Can Etta and August make a meaningful connection this Christmas? Etta's resigned herself to being the designated babysitter for the growing family and wearing the label of "bestest aunt" with pride. She loves all of her nieces and nephews, her siblings and cousins, and the family ranch where she works. She once had big dreams for herself, but they all ended when she couldn't walk down the aisle and left her fiancé standing at the altar. As if her embarrassment and regret ...

Acclaimed romance author Katie Lane inspires listeners to believe in true love. When Faith Aldridge learns she has a twin sister, she treks to Bramble, Texas, to find her. But Bramble’s residents think Faith is her sister, Hope, and they take action to reunite Faith with Hope’s ex-flame, Slate. When the real Hope finally shows up, Faith pulls out all the stops to hold onto her newfound passion.

Bestselling author Tony Healey presents Jimbo's Life, a Weird West Novella They beat him, hung him, shot him in the head . . . he should be dead. But when it comes to Jimbo Mitchell, death doesn’t seem to stick. Outlaw, survivor, legend—Jimbo lives on, defying bullets, betrayal, and time itself. With a bounty on his head and a past soaked in blood, he’s hunted by enemies both old and new. As he searches for answers to the mystery that haunts his existence, Jimbo wages a one-man war across a lawless frontier—into a future that refuses to let him go. Blending gritty western noir with ...

After serving five years in prison for a tragic mistake, Kenna Rowan returns to the town where it all went wrong, hoping to reunite with her four-year-old daughter. But the bridges Kenna burned are proving impossible to rebuild. Everyone in her daughter’s life is determined to shut Kenna out, no matter how hard she works to prove herself. The only person who hasn’t closed the door on her completely is Ledger Ward, a local bar owner and one of the few remaining links to Kenna’s daughter.

Praise for Alice Crowley's writing: "I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!" ~Satisfied Kindle Reader "FIVE STARS!" ~ Multiple Fans "Alice Crowley is one of our best living authors!" ~ G. Taylor Nel moved to Castle Ridge to work in the brothel there. It wasn't what she wanted, but sometimes life has a way of making our plans for us. For her father is ill, and she needs the money to pay for his care at a sanitarium in New Mexico. Months later, Nel's sister Layla comes to town. And Nel divulges her secret: she has been selling herself, under the guidance of a powerful and overpowering, ...

Ever wondered how you could build wealth, ensure financial security, and yet keep it all tax-free? Are you struggling to navigate the complex world of financial planning and investment strategies? It's time to transform the way you see life insurance. With this handy guide, you will uncover the often-overlooked potential of life insurance as a tool for building wealth, completely tax-free.

Big secrets run deep. Former FBI agent Jack McBride took the job as chief of police for Stillwater, Texas, to start a new life with his teenage son, Ethan, away from the suspicions that surrounded his wife's disappearance a year earlier. With a low crime rate and a five-man police force, he expected it to be a nice, easy gig; hot checks, traffic violations, some drugs, occasional domestic disturbances, and petty theft. Instead, within a week he is investigating a staged murder-suicide.