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In Pete's Bar in the Bowery in New York, Pete tells some newspaper friends the story of Morgan the Fearless, a notorious desperado in the West. After terrorizing the Bridgewater region, the mayor hires Buck Christie to confront and defeat Morgan. Christie makes sure his challenge is heard. One night, Morgan enters the bar in Bridgewater with both guns trained on Buck Christie. The bar patrons freeze, and the atmosphere turns deathly quiet. Which one will walk out alive?

A weeklong dust storm has almost destroyed Bob Lindsey’s ranch and the surrounding region. He soon learns that the storm has also put his friend Andy Barnes’ cattle at risk, and the only clean water for them is at a cost of 10 cents per head from his former friend, John Street. Why would Lindsey jeopardize his life to save someone else’s cattle and risk the rage of two former friends?

When the Gold Rush came to Murrayville, it brought with it rogues and bandits, but none of them more daring than the one who came to be called "The Ghost." He got his name from his mysterious knowledge of all the comings and goings of the town and its gold transportation. The miners and townsfolk had to band together to hire Silver Pete to take care of their ghostly problem.

Includes three Max Brand Westerns: The Gift, Jerico's Garrison Finish, and Sunset Wins.

A gripping nautical tale set in Hawaii and upon the open sea. What starts out as a chance meeting between two men turns into a heated race for priceless treasure -- and the love of a remarkable woman. - Summary by Google Books

A typical early 20th century western. It's a tale of a tough guy who gets involved with an evil man with an angel daughter for whom the tough guy falls. His efforts to recover hers and her father's gold mine claims is the story. Not a lot of shoot em up but enough story to make one want to finish the book to see how things work out. (Introduction by Charles Montgomery)

Big Jim Pleasant, known for his speed with a gun and his knowledge of horses, is a good, hard working man whose only desire is to raise top thoroughbreds on his horse ranch. One wrong turn, however, leads him down a trail that forces him to use his keen survival instincts to the fullest, making enemies on both sides of the law. Will he ever get back on the right path to a normal life or is he doomed to be hunted for the rest of his days? (Summary by Scotty Smith)

Gunman’s Reckoning is a gripping Western tale of a hardened gunslinger drawn into a battle for justice. When he falls for the daughter of an evil landowner, he must navigate treacherous alliances, recover stolen gold mine claims, and fight for love and redemption.

Riders of the Silences is a legendary Western adventure of gunfighters, revenge, and honor. When Red Pierre and the enigmatic McGurk cross paths, their fates become intertwined in a deadly duel that stretches from the icy north to the lawless Wild West. A tale of two unstoppable forces on a collision course.

True love can endure anything—can’t it? When four renowned authors gathered for lunch with an editor, a provocative question emerged What emotional and mental journey would a man and a woman experience while linked together by a ten-foot chain for three days and nights? Each author brought their unique perspective to the table, resulting in captivating and varied stories. Will the challenge of constant closeness strengthen their bond, or will it become a corrosive force that erodes their love? What do you think might unfold if you were to pen such a narrative? Dive in to discover the ...

Black Jack by Max Brand is a gripping Western novel centered around the infamous outlaw, Black Jack, a man of complex morals and a mysterious past. Set against the rugged backdrop of the American West, the story follows Black Jack's attempts to escape his past while facing relentless lawmen and rival criminals. With his keen wit and unmatched gunfighting skills, he navigates a world filled with danger, betrayal, and redemption. The novel delves into themes of justice, honor, and the struggle between a man’s destiny and his desire for freedom, making it a thrilling and action-packed read. ...

"Alcatraz" by Max Brand is a Western novel that follows the tale of youthful farmer Hal Dozier, who sets out on a tenacious mission to find a famous fugitive named Alcatraz. Known for his shrewdness and heartless nature, Alcatraz isn't just a dreaded crook yet in addition a wild steed that has been difficult to catch or tame. Hal faces various difficulties as he leaves on this pursuit, testing his abilities, tolerance, and strength. The clever weaves subjects of opportunity, vengeance, and the ferocity of both man and nature. Brand's story consolidates serious activity with rich portrayals of ...

Frederick Faust (pen name Max Brand) was said to have written in excess of twenty-five million words as he seemed to have a button to push to generate fictional ideas. Of course, it’s known that much of his work was issued under pen names, around twenty of them, a great many of them wild Westerns. This one that features a drifter named Donnegan. He gets off a train and takes on a job with a rich man who doesn’t seem to care much about the difference between rights and wrongs.

Versatility was a key talent of author Frederick Faust using the pseudonym Max Brand. What you’re about to hear is one of his lesser known stories that ranks as a prime example of his stupendous ability.

Bull Hunter was a young Western boy of unusual size who eventually became known as the “Gentle Giant”. Because of his stature and prodigious strength, along with a sort of natural timidity, Bull was often derided, even by his cousins, as being “slow” mentally. Eventually, he met and was befriended by a famous gunfighter who taught him how to use a gun. That changed a lot of derogatory opinions about him, and he didn’t get bullied any more.

This was the first effort by Frederick Faust aimed at writing a Western, and he used the pen name of Max Brand to produce it. There was a different style of literary focus, a variance that brought forth feelings of melodrama. However, as the story developed, that impression was changed drastically with startling examples of action, conflict, and revenge that set it apart. It was regarded as one of his most successful efforts in a career that produced perhaps as many as 25 to 30 million words, resulting in well more than 500 novels and short stories.

The knife missed him by a fraction of an inch! Then he reached under his pillow, grabbed his gun and fired into the darkness. If Alvarez survives, he'll look for one man, an unbeatable bodyguard or the assassin who wants him dead. Either will do.

This is the rousing story of Cheyenne, a gunfighter whose shooting hand was badly wounded by a bullet and now he cannot draw his gun. Word got around that he was a coward, a "yellow dog," and soon in uneven battle with his enemies, he finds his redemption.

Jack Sherry and Bill Garvin are both dealers in wet cattle until Jack Sherry is caught and forced to take the grim trail to the gallows. Bill Garvin is left behind, bitter and distraught, but hopeful that somehow he will be able to mend the bullet-frayed fabric of a broken faith.

Hagger is a man on the run, a thief and would-be killer. He's no good on a horse, and feels miserable and out of place in the snowbound high country. But, then, Hagger comes upon a white bull terrier, abandoned in a mountain cabin, and his whole life begins to change.