Robert J. Randisi is a prolific author renowned for his contributions to the Western genre. His extensive body of work, often published under various pseudonyms, includes the creation and writing of the highly successful "The Gunsmith" series. Randisi masterfully explores themes of frontier life, justice, and the human spirit through compelling narratives. His distinct voice and dedication to the Western tradition have solidified his place as a significant figure in the genre.
Seven legendary authors recount the life of Lyle Speaks, from his hardscrabble boyhood in Texas to his later years as an aging cattle rancher in Montana, years in which his colorful past may yet come back to haunt him.
In this fast-paced new installment in bestseller Ralph Compton's The Gunfighter series, a man wrongly convicted of a crime is out of jail and looking for vengeance. Matt Masters was a legend in the West. His fast gun and dedication for justice made him a sought-after lawman for hire, but all of that vanished one dark night. Matt was convicted of murder for killing the man who killed his woman. Now he's spent his time in jail and is looking to even the score against the men who set him up.
Set in the lawless town of Vengeance Creek, Arizona, the story follows former Texas sheriff Daniel Shaye and his two devoted sons as they seek to rebuild their lives after tragic losses. Their hopes for peace are shattered when a gang of robbers wreaks havoc, leaving devastation in their wake. With their father incapacitated, the sons are thrust into a perilous quest for justice, facing the grim reality of their family's legacy and the harsh choices that come with it. Themes of duty, sacrifice, and the struggle for righteousness resonate throughout their journey.
In this fast-paced new installment in bestselling author Ralph Compton's Gunfighter series, a bandit who takes the identity of a dead lawman finds that the best place to hide is in plain sight. Jake Polk is a wanted man. He's spent years on the wrong side of the law staying one step ahead of the marshals. His most recent stage robbery ends with a posse hot on his trail. He's opened up just enough room to take a breather when he stumbles upon something astonishing. It's the body of a man resting peacefully next to a burned-out campfire. It's clear the man died in his sleep of natural causes. This is the chance Jake has been waiting for. According to a letter in the man's saddlebag, he's Marshall Owen Dent, on his way to the town of Riverbend to take over as the local lawman. Jake switches identities to avoid the posse, but what starts out as a quick means of escape may have deeper consequences when Jake considers making the change permanent.
In this fast-paced new installment in bestselling author Ralph Compton's Trail Drive series, a trail drive boss faces many challenges. Luke Ross is determined to drive his herd to the trailhead, but along the way he'll have to cope with rustlers, bandits, and warlike Indians.
The story follows Sangster, a hitman who unexpectedly gains a soul and chooses to leave his violent past behind, seeking a new life in New Orleans. As he navigates the complexities of his newfound humanity, he grapples with the moral implications of his former profession and the challenges of starting over in a vibrant yet dangerous city. The narrative explores themes of redemption, identity, and the struggle between one's past and the desire for a better future.
Two old ranch hands lead one last trail drive but they can't escape death along the way in a brand new thrilling western in Ralph Compton's trail drive series. Big Jake Motley had been running the Big M spread in Texas for over 30 years. In that time, he's driven thousands of head of cattle to market in Kansas. Now, while both the Nineteenth century and the era of trail drive are coming to an end, Big Jake is determined to make one last drive to Kansas. The only thing is, he doesn't have the cowhands to move that much beef. He drafts his old friend, Chance McCandles, into service, and together, the two aging cowboys put together a crew. The trail to Kansas is fraught with dangers both natural and man made, but when Chance is killed by rustlers, Big Jake has one more task in before him, extract vengeance for his old friend.
"A man with a hidden past doles out a dangerous dose of frontier medicine in this new western in Ralph Compton's Gunfighter series. Young doctor Gabriel Kincaid has come west to help an aging colleague who is straining to deal with the demands of a growing town, but Kincaid is looking to do more than just experience the challenges of frontier medicine. He's determined to start a new life. But the trials he faces aren't confined to the doctor's surgery. After an incident in a saloon, Gabe finds himself with a new nickname: Dr. Death. It's dangerous to have a reputation as a good man with a gun. In this world, there will always be someone who wants to test you. The West has a way of revealing a man's true character, but it can also expose secrets that are best left hidden"--
Robert Randisi, the 2016 recipient of the Peacemaker Life Achievement award by the Western Fictioneers, presents two full-length, action packed adventures. Saddle up for some great reading from one of America's best Western writers! Miracle of the Jacal is a gripping western that follows young lawman Elfego Baca, who must prove his reputation as an excellent gunslinger, as he summons all of his bravery and courage to defeat eighty cowboys in a brutal gunfight. Targett: When gun-for-hire Targett stopped in Dodge City, he thought he'd visit with his old friend Sheriff Bat Masterson. He wasn't in town 30 minutes before he found out that Masterson had moved on and then he was staring into the cold eyes of the new sheriff, Bill Tilghman. Tilghman took one look at Targett and thought one word-trouble. And he was right. "Randisi...may be one of the last true pulp writers." - Booklist
The story follows Ty Butler, a skilled gambler navigating the rugged and thrilling landscape of the Wild West. As an award-winning series, it combines classic action and adventure elements, showcasing Butler's cunning and resilience in a world filled with danger and intrigue. Randisi's storytelling captures the essence of the Western genre, appealing to fans of high-stakes gambling and the challenges of frontier life.