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Wait for Signs: A short story collection from the best-selling, award-winning author of the Longmire series - now a hit Netflix show! (Murder Room #820)
by Craig Johnson'The characters talk straight from the hip and the Wyoming landscape is its own kind of eloquence' New York TimesCraig Johnson's first short story, 'Old Indian Trick', featured one of the earliest appearances of Sheriff Walt Longmire. Each Christmas Eve thereafter, Craig Johnson has sent out a new short story featuring an episode in Walt's life that doesn't appear in the novels. Here are those beloved stories - and one new story, 'Petunia, Bandit Queen of the Bighorns' - collected for the first time in a single volume. With glimpses of Walt's past from the incident in 'Ministerial Aide', when the sheriff is mistaken for a deity, to the hilarious 'Messenger', where the majority of the action takes place in a Port-A-Potty, Wait for Signs is a wonderful way to be introduced to the fictional world of Absaroka County, Wyoming.
The Western Star: An exciting instalment of the best-selling, award-winning series - now a hit Netflix show! (A Walt Longmire Mystery #13)
by Craig JohnsonIn the thirteenth novel in Craig Johnson's beloved New York Times bestselling Longmire series - now a hit Netflix series - Sheriff Walt Longmire faces a head-on collision of past and present, placing him and everyone he cares about squarely on the tracks of runaway revenge.Sheriff Walt Longmire is enjoying a celebratory beer after a weapons certification at the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy when a younger sheriff confronts him with a photograph of twenty-five armed men standing in front of a Challenger steam locomotive. It takes him back to when, fresh from the battlefields of Vietnam, then-deputy Walt accompanied his mentor Lucian to the annual Wyoming Sheriff's Association junket held on the excursion train known as 'the Western Star', which ran the length of Wyoming from Cheyenne to Evanston and back. Armed with his trusty Colt .45 and a paperback of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, the young Walt was ill-prepared for the machinations of twenty-four veteran sheriffs, let alone the cavalcade of curious characters that accompanied them. The photograph-along with an upcoming parole hearing for one of the most dangerous men Walt has encountered in a lifetime of law enforcement-hurtles the sheriff into a head-on collision of past and present, placing him and everyone he cares about squarely on the tracks of runaway revenge.
The Western Star: A Longmire Mystery (Longmire #13)
by Craig Johnson<P>The thirteenth novel in Craig Johnson's beloved New York Times bestselling Longmire series, the basis for the hit Netflix series Longmire. <P>Sheriff Walt Longmire is enjoying a celebratory beer after a weapons certification at the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy when a younger sheriff confronts him with a photograph of twenty-five armed men standing in front of a Challenger steam locomotive. <P>It takes him back to when, fresh from the battlefields of Vietnam, then-deputy Walt accompanied his mentor Lucian to the annual Wyoming Sheriff's Association junket held on the excursion train known as the Western Star, which ran the length of Wyoming from Cheyenne to Evanston and back. <P>Armed with his trusty Colt .45 and a paperback of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, the young Walt was ill-prepared for the machinations of twenty-four veteran sheriffs, let alone the cavalcade of curious characters that accompanied them. <P>The photograph—along with an upcoming parole hearing for one of the most dangerous men Walt has encountered in a lifetime of law enforcement—hurtles the sheriff into a head-on collision of past and present, placing him and everyone he cares about squarely on the tracks of runaway revenge. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Grace and the Guiltless (Wanted #1)
by Erin JohnsonGrace Milton's peaceful life with her family on a horse ranch outside Tombstone, Arizona is shattered in one devastating night. Her parents and siblings are all brutally killed by the notorious Guiltless Gang, leaving Grace the only survivor. Alone and desperate, she buries her family and sets out into the wilderness on her trusted stallion, Bullet, with burning thoughts of revenge. But when she falls ill on the trek, a young man called Joe saves her life by taking her to an Apache camp to heal her body and spirit. She begins to learn their ways, and despite all her heartache, she finds herself beginning to fall for Joe. But vengeance is never far from her mind, and the effort to find peace and forgiveness is a constant struggle--especially when she encounters one of the Guiltless Gang, Doc Slaughter, by chance. Will she fall into the darkness, or can Grace channel her newfound skills into a means of survival as a bounty hunter?
Harlequin Superromance October 2015 Box Set
by Janice Kay Johnson Joanne Rock Stephanie Doyle Angel SmitsHarlequin® Superromance brings you four new novels for one great price, available now! Experience powerful relationships that deliver a strong emotional punch and a guaranteed happily ever after.This Superromance box set includes:IN HOPE'S SHADOWTwo Daughters by Janice Kay JohnsonRaised in a home haunted by the missing daughter of her adoptive parents, Eve Lawson has always struggled to belong. Now that her â œsisterâ ? has returned, she feels shut out. In divorced detective Ben Kemper, can she find the love--and acceptance--she craves?SCOUT'S HONORThe Bakers of Baseball by Stephanie DoyleScout's devastated by the death of her father, baseball legend Duff Baker, and the return of her ex-boyfriend Jayson LeBec isn't making her life any easier. After four years of being apart, the one thing she knows is that she's still not over him. And Jayson will do anything to protect his heart from breaking again.DANCES UNDER THE HARVEST MOONHeartache, TN by Joanne RockHeather Finley is on her way out of town when mayor Zach Chance stops her. He knows Heather belongs in Heartache--with him. But if she stays it means giving up her only chance of achieving her dream…COWBOY DADDYA Chair at the Hawkins Table by Angel SmitsLane Beaumont has always loved Amanda Hawkins, but when she gives birth to his son, Lane vows to do the right thing and stay out of their life. Yet he can't deny his need to be a father to this beautiful boy and his desire to be Amanda's one and only cowboy. If only he was worthy of so much happiness.Enjoy more story and more romance from Harlequin® Superromance with 4 new novels every month!
Her Hill Country Cowboy (Large Type (dtc) Li Trade Ser.)
by Myra JohnsonCowboy Dad Single father Seth Austin will do anything for his children. So when he discovers the new housekeeper his grandmother hired for their guest ranch is a former social worker, he plans to keep his family far away from Christina Hunter. Seth once almost lost custody of his beloved kids because of an overzealous social worker. Problem is his children adore Christina and her sweet service dog-and he's starting to fall for her, too. Recuperating from an accident, Christina is determined to slowly ease back into her old life. But the more time she spends with them, the more she realizes that her future might be with the cowboy and his family.
Hill Country Reunion: A Man For Honor Hill Country Reunion The Lawman's Runaway Bride
by Myra JohnsonHis Texas SweetheartVeterinarian Tripp Willoughby returns to his hometown of Juniper Bluff knowing he has no right to ask for forgiveness. He thought keeping his Crohn’s disease a secret was the right thing to do—but he ended up breaking his college girlfriend’s heart. Now Diana Matthews has a new life running a cafe and working with animals. Reluctantly, she accepts his help with her pet therapy program. And as the furry animals bring them together, Tripp remembers how things used to be with Diana—and is convinced he must find a way to reveal the truth and win her back.
Rancher for the Holidays: The Amish Midwife Yuletide Cowboys Rancher For The Holidays
by Myra JohnsonHer Could-Be Cowboy Downsized from his corporate job, Ben Fisher's donning boots and a cowboy hat to try ranching through the holidays on his uncle's spread. The handsome city slicker turns heads wherever he goes-but he soon begins to fall for one special redhead. Marley Sanders has the work-obsessed bachelor doing the unthinkable-volunteering in the community and dreaming of wedding bells and babies. But his sweet country girl insists she's never leaving Alpine, Texas, and he's set to ride out with the first job offer. Unless Marley can convince him to take the job of her forever cowboy.
The Rancher's Family Legacy: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (The Ranchers of Gabriel Bend #3)
by Myra JohnsonIs he home for good? A future he didn&’t want… Could become the family he needs. Building contractor Mark Caldwell is ready to inherit his grandfather&’s horse ranch and put his traumatic past behind him—if he can survive working in Texas Hill Country for a year. But when his dog bonds with local caterer Holly Elliot&’s son, Mark can&’t refuse Holly&’s request to be her son&’s mentor. Can they put aside their differences long enough to open their hearts?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.The Ranchers of Gabriel Bend Book 1: The Rancher's Family SecretBook 2: The Rebel's ReturnBook 3: The Rancher's Family Legacy
The Rancher's Family Secret (The Ranchers of Gabriel Bend #1)
by Myra JohnsonChoosing between his heritage and his heart…Will a longtime family secretkeep them apart?Despite their family feud, Spencer Navarro is determined to help his neighbor, Lindsey McClement, when she comes home to save her family ranch. And Lindsey returns the favor by allowing him to house his foster rescue horses in her empty barn stalls. But when the generations-long strife threatens their forbidden friendship, Spencer must choose between a new love and his family.From Harlequin Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.The Ranchers of Gabriel BendBook 1: The Rancher’s Family Secret
The Rancher's Redemption
by Myra JohnsonThe cowboy wants solitude…until she makes him an offer he can’t refuseIncluding his property in the local historical society’s grand tour could have huge benefits for Kent Ritter, but he has no clue how to decorate it. So he strikes a deal with town newcomer Erin Dearborn: she’ll give him decorating advice if he’ll make repairs to her home. It’s a fair bargain…but love was never meant to enter the mix.
The Rebel's Return: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (The Ranchers of Gabriel Bend #2)
by Myra JohnsonSurprise fatherhood could be just the thing to reform this black sheep. Called home after an injury in the family, prodigal son Samuel Navarro shocks everyone by arriving with his surprise baby in tow. When Samuel&’s mom is unable to act as a full-time babysitter, his childhood love, Joella James, reluctantly takes the job. But can the newly devoted dad convince Joella he&’s a changed man…and that she&’s the perfect final piece to his little family?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.The Ranchers of Gabriel Bend Book 1: The Rancher's Family SecretBook 2: The Rebel's Return
Their Christmas Prayer
by Myra JohnsonA Texas pastor has a million reasons to go…and just one to stay: herSearching for a new start, Pastor Shaun O’Grady can’t wait for his next foreign missionary assignment…until he begins working with Brooke Willoughby on the church’s Christmas outreach program. Even as they clash over program specifics, Shaun and Brooke are drawn to each other. Now Shaun’s not sure where he belongs: overseas for his ministry, or at home by Brooke’s side…
Blackthorne's Bride: A Bitter Creek Novel (Bitter Creek #15)
by Joan JohnstonA rogue nobleman, a rescued lady, and revenge undone by romance all play a part in New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston’s irresistible novel of best-laid plots, delicious deception, and unexpected passion. Two years have passed since Josie Wentworth was bought from the Sioux for a gold watch and whisked back to England by Marcus Wharton, the Duke of Blackthorne. When Marcus breaks his promise to return Josie to America, she ends up as a maid in the home of his charming but neglected nephews. Once Josie’s long-lost family finds her, however, the suddenly wealthy heiress sets out to save the two boys from their indifferent uncle—and teach the duke a lesson in honor. Learning that Marcus is seeking a rich American bride to save his estate, Josie plots to catch his eye—certain he’ll never recognize the beauty she’s become as the ragged captive he rescued. But Josie doesn’t wager on her marital charade taking a tender turn, as the nobleman she’s despised for years proves to be a very different man than she’s imagined. And there’s no denying his passionate caresses, as she falls deeper under the spell of a husband determined to claim her heart.
Comanche Woman (Sisters of the Lone Star #2)
by Joan JohnstonIn this dazzling prequel to the New York Times bestsellers The Cowboy and The Texan, Joan Johnston takes us back to a time when Texas was a young and wild republic, and three strong willed sisters carved out a destiny that would spawn two legendary dynasties. Here is the spellbinding tale of a woman captured by Comanches - and of the proud warrior who vows to make her love him Born to a white father and his Indian bride, Long Quiet believed his destiny lay with his Comanche brothers. But his heart secretly belonged to Bayleigh Stewart, daughter of the richest cotton planter in Texas, who'd been abducted by a marauding brave and sold to the highest bidder. For years he'd searched for the violet eyed beauty, and now a strange twist of fate led him to her. Called Shadow by her captors, Bay had almost given up hope of rescue, when a rugged stranger in buckskins appeared, risking his life to bring her home and awakening a passion that burned hot and true. Bay knew her place was with her family. But Long Quiet hadn't found her only to lose her again. He had to convince this woman his woman that her true home was with him as together they would fight for a love strong enough to bridge two worlds. .
The Cowboy: The Cowboy Takes A Wife; The Unforgiving Bride (Bitter Creek #1)
by Joan JohnstonJoan Johnston transports us to rugged present-day Texas--a place of wide-open prairies and unbridled ambitions--where two ranching families, the Blackthornes and the Creeds, are locked in a bitter century-old feud. Here, Johnston brings to life a breathtaking love story--between the Blackthornes' oldest son and the Creeds' beautiful daughter--a magnificent novel of passion, vengeance, and star-crossed love.Trace Blackthorne was taught from the cradle to take what he wanted. And he wanted Callie Creed. Eleven years ago, the feud between their families had torn them apart. But now Trace has come home, a ruthless hard-eyed stranger, making her an offer she couldn't refuse: marry him and save her struggling family from financial ruin. But the secrets of the past return to haunt them. And Callie is once again compelled to make an impossible choice--between the family who desperately needs her and the only man she has ever loved.From the Paperback edition.
Frontier Woman (Sisters of the Lone Star #1)
by Joan JohnstonThe prequel to the New York Times bestseller The Cowboy Sprawling 1840s Texas comes alive in the hands of Joan Johnston, New York Times bestselling author of The Cowboy and The Texan. Introducing the unforgettable Creed dynasty, transporting us back to a wild, lawless frontier, Frontier Woman brings us a stirring, passionate story of Texas Ranger Jarrett Creed and the free-spirited beauty who captures his heart . . . a woman sworn to love no man. . . . Captured by Comanches as a boy, Jarrett Creed grew to manhood torn between two worlds. But with the young republic under siege from ravaging Mexican armies and marauding Indian tribes alike, he made his choice. Now, as a secret government mission brings the Texas Ranger to lovely Cricket Stewart's door, he must choose again. The youngest daughter of a wealthy gentleman planter, Cricket lives life as she pleases and vows never to be a wife to any man. Until the day Jarrett Creed saves her from avenging Comanches . . . by claiming her as his bride. The last thing either expects is to fall in love. But as a traitorous conspiracy and a secret tragedy test their newfound union, a wild-spirited beauty and a Texas lawman will discover just how far they will go for their precious homeland . . . and for a love that could free them from the sorrows of the past. . . .
Hawk's Way: Dallas
by Joan JohnstonSpend A Little Time in Texas with this reader-favorite story from New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston She's as far from home as she could can be--and home is Texas, 1864. Angela Taylor owes everything to Dallas Masterson, the ranger who saved her life. But somehow, in addition to rescuing her, he's managed to pull her from 1864 into the twentieth century. And it would be easier to hate him for doubting her if he weren't so charming... Dallas is fairly sure the woman he's rescued is completely out of her mind. She wears bizarre clothes, has crazy ideas, and uses strange words. Still, there's something about her fiery spirit and unmistakable beauty that has him wanting to believe her story. Sometimes, when it comes to falling in love, there's no place to go but the future.
Hawk's Way: Jesse
by Joan JohnstonNew York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Joan Johnston has captivated readers with her irresistible Hawk's Way series. Discover the book that started it all! Sometimes love needs a helping hand... Honey hasn't been the same ever since her husband, a Texas Ranger, died on the job. Juggling the ranch, raising her two teenage children, and nursing a wounded heart has left her at the end of her rope. So when cowboy Jesse Whitelaw turns up on her doorstep looking for work, he seems like the answer to her prayers. But Honey is used to working on her own terms, and isn't ready for the feelings he's stirring in her heart. Jesse longs to be the man in Honey's life, but he'll do anything to keep his secret hidden. She doesn't know he's really a Ranger himself, and is undercover investigating a cattle-rustling ring. But as they grow closer, it becomes tougher for Jesse to pretend. Can he and Honey obey the law of their own hearts? Previously published as Honey and the Hired Hand.
Hawk's Way: Adam
by Joan JohnstonMeet Hawk's Way's sexiest cowboys! From New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston comes a story of a cherished member of the Whitelaw family as she finds the life she's always wanted. Adventurous and stubborn Tate Whitelaw has had enough of her three overprotective brothers. After growing up under their watchful eyes, she can't live up to the expectations everyone seems to have for her. To prevent them from further meddling in her life, she leaves the only family she's ever known--and runs straight into the arms of hardened rancher Adam Phillips. Adam has had enough experience with misfits and strays that he knows a damsel in distress when he sees one. He's in no mood to deal with the spirited women, but he can't seem to keep her out of his heart...or his bed. But when Tate's brother track her down with shotguns in hand, Adam will have to wrangle her heart, before he loses her for good. Previously published as The Rancher and the Runaway Bride.
Hawk's Way: Garth
by Joan JohnstonFrom New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston comes a story about how even the most unlikely of men can be a diamond in the rough. Candy Baylor is determined to learn how to train horses and nothing--not even the bullheaded, ruggedly handsome Garth Whitelaw--is going to stop her. When he finally agrees to teach her, Candy is surprised by his sudden agreeable attitude. However she wasn't about to look a gift horse in the mouth. Besides, her instructors in school had never been so devilishly good-looking… will Candy be the one to tame a once-reckless wrangler? The last thing Garth wants to do is hold a rich Texas debutante's hand and drag her around his ranch. She's too bossy by half, but she sure looks good in tight, worn jeans and with hay in her hair. Maybe it wasn't such a bad deal after all... Previously published as The Wrangler and the Rich Girl.
Hawk's Way: Carter
by Joan JohnstonHAWK'S WAY: CARTER (Hawk's Way #5)Joan Johnston's fan-favorite tale of a convenient marriage and a surprising love...Previously published in March 1994 as The Cowboy Takes a WifeWhen single mother Desiree Parrish discovers that her abusive ex-husband is being released from prison, she knows she needs live-in protection at her ranch. And since hiring a bodyguard would only scare her young daughter, Desiree decides to hire a husband--one who has more muscles than questions.All cowboy Carter Prescott has to do to own a piece of Texas is say "I do" and live with a pretty woman and her cute kid. He doesn't have to love his instant family, and since Carter knows he's incapable of that, he thinks he's gotten a sweet deal. At least, until his new wife learns the truth...
Hawk's Way: Faron
by Joan JohnstonFrom New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston comes another story in the Hawk's Way series, where the Whitelaws of Texas run free… till passion brands their hearts. Faron Whitelaw had some nerve calling Belinda Prescott a princess. A nearly bankrupt ranch was hardly a castle, and Faron, an ill-tempered cowboy who'd inherited half her kingdom, was certainly no prince. The man was lucky she didn't make him sleep in the barn! Faron had been furious when Belinda had to inform him about the truth of his parentage. Suddenly, he wasn't one of the Whitelaws of Texas, and he was taking his anger out on Belinda. He wanted to believe she was nothing more than a gold digger, but all she seemed to want was him …and that was the one thing he couldn't give her. Previously published as The Cowboy And The Princess.
Hawk's Way: Callen
by Joan JohnstonIn Joan Johnston's fan-favorite story, love conquers all Previously published in December 1994 as The Headstrong Bride Callen has no idea why everyone thinks rancher Sam Longstreet is no good. There isn't a man in all of Texas as sexy, kind and thoughtful as her husband-to-be. Surely marriage will soften up his rough edges. Sam has planned the perfect revenge against his enemy: to woo and wed the man's daughter. And he knows just how to make Callen Whitelaw fall in love with him. The only problem is, Sam never counted on loving Callen back...
Hawk's Way: Mac
by Joan JohnstonReturn to Texas with this fan-favorite by #1 New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston, previously published in 1997 as The Virgin Groom Mac Macready has it made—women chase after him, men envy him, and he's got his dream job—until the day he loses everything. So when the beautiful Jewel Whitelaw approaches him with a shocking proposal, he's got no choice but to accept…