Order of J.A. Johnstone Books
J.A. Johnstone is a prolific author best known for his compelling contributions to the Western genre, notably through the popular book series "Texas John Slaughter." Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of American frontier history, Johnstone brings to life the legendary figure of John Slaughter, a lawman and cattleman renowned for his bravery and sense of justice. With vivid storytelling and well-researched historical details, Johnstone captivates readers, transporting them to the rugged landscapes of the post-Civil War Southwest. His ability to blend action, adventure, and authentic character development has earned him a loyal following, making the "Texas John Slaughter" series a beloved staple among Western fiction enthusiasts.
Order of Bad Men of the West Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Butch Cassidy: The Lost Years | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Forty Times a Killer! | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | A Dangerous Man | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Ben Savage, Saloon Ranger Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Buzzard's Bluff | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Devil's Boneyard | 2020 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | Slaughter at Wolf Creek | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Black Ops Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | American Jihad | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Remember the Alamo | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Jacknife | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Home Invasion | 2010 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
Order of Blood Bond Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Blood Bond By: William W. Johnstone | 1989 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Brotherhood of the Gun By: William W. Johnstone | 1990 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Gunsight Crossing By: William W. Johnstone | 1991 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Gunsmoke and Gold By: William W. Johnstone | 1992 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Devil Creek Crossfire By: William W. Johnstone | 1992 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Shootout at Gold Creek By: William W. Johnstone | 1993 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | San Angelo Showdown By: William W. Johnstone | 1994 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Death in Snake Creek By: William W. Johnstone | 1994 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | Slaughter Trail By: William W. Johnstone | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | The Hanging Road By: William W. Johnstone | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
11 | Ride for Vengeance By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
12 | Texas Gundown By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
13 | Deadly Road to Yuma By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
14 | Moonshine Massacre By: William W. Johnstone | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
15 | Arizona Ambush By: William W. Johnstone | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
16 | A Hundred Ways to Kill By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Blood Valley Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Blood Valley By: William W. Johnstone | 1988 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Six Ways from Sunday | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Savage Guns | 2010 | 4.1 | Amazon.com |
Order of Brannigan's Land Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Brannigan's Land | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Mean and Evil | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | A Month of Doomsdays | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Brothers O'Brien Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Brothers O'Brien | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Killing Season | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Shadow of the Hangman | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Last Man Standing | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | A Time to Slaughter | 2012 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
6 | The Law of Violence | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Buckhorn Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Buckhorn | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Paid in Blood | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Bloodthirsty | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Buck Trammel Western Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | North of Laramie | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Bury the Hatchet | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | The Intruders | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | The Fires of Blackstone | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | This Man Must Die | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Killers Never Sleep | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Catfish Charlie Tuttle Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Catfish Charlie | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Christmas Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | A Lone Star Christmas | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | A Rocky Mountain Christmas | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | A Big Sky Christmas | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | A Frontier Christmas | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | A Texas Hill Country Christmas | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | A Colorado Christmas | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | An Arizona Christmas | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | A High Sierra Christmas | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | A Jensen Family Christmas | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | A Maccallister Christmas | 2020 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
11 | A Death Valley Christmas | 2021 | 4.7 | Amazon.com |
Order of Chuckwagon Trail Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Chuckwagon Trail | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Die by the Gun | 2018 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | A Hill of Beans | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Biscuits and Gravy | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Settling His Hash | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Cotton Pickens Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Massacre Mountain | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Wyoming Slaughter | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Support Your Local Deputy | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Death & Texas Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Death & Texas | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Dark is the Night | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Marked for Death | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | The Scavengers | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Devil's Gulch Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Devil's Gulch By: William W. Johnstone | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Shooting Iron By: William W. Johnstone | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Dog Team Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Last of the Dog Team By: William W. Johnstone | 1981 | 4.3 | Amazon.com |
2 | The Return of the Dog Team By: William W. Johnstone | 2005 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Revenge of the Dog Team By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Target Response By: William W. Johnstone | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Duff MacCallister Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | MacCallister | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Eagles Legacy | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | The Killing | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Dry Gulch Ambush | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Kill Crazy | 2014 | 5.0 | Amazon.com |
6 | Kingdom Come | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | Ten Guns from Texas | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Day of Reckoning | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | The Stalking Death | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | Stranglehold | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
11 | Killer Take All | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
12 | Savage Sunday | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
13 | Riding the Nightmare | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Eagles Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Eyes of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 1993 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Dreams of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 1994 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
3 | Talons of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 1995 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Scream of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 1996 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Rage of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 1998 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Song of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 1999 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | Cry of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 1999 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Blood of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2000 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | Destiny of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2004 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
10 | Revenge of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2005 | — | Amazon.com |
11 | Pride of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2006 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
12 | Crusade of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2007 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
13 | Thunder of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
14 | Bloodshed of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
15 | Slaughter of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
16 | Massacre of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
17 | Carnage of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
18 | Defiance of Eagles By: William W. Johnstone | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Family Jensen Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Family Jensen By: William W. Johnstone | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Helltown Massacre By: William W. Johnstone | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | The Violent Land By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Hard Ride to Hell By: William W. Johnstone | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Massacre Canyon By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Brotherhood of Evil By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
Order of Firestick Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Firestick | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Blood and Bullets | 2018 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | Dead for a Dollar | 2019 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
Order of The First Mountain Man Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The First Mountain Man By: William W. Johnstone | 1991 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Blood on the Divide By: William W. Johnstone | 1992 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Absaroka Ambush By: William W. Johnstone | 1993 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Forty Guns West By: William W. Johnstone | 1993 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Cheyenne Challenge By: William W. Johnstone | 1995 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
6 | Preacher and the Mountain Caesar By: William W. Johnstone | 1995 | 4.1 | Amazon.com |
7 | Blackfoot Messiah By: William W. Johnstone | 1996 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Preacher By: William W. Johnstone | 2002 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | Preacher's Peace By: William W. Johnstone | 2003 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | Preacher's Justice By: William W. Johnstone | 2004 | — | Amazon.com |
11 | Preacher's Journey By: William W. Johnstone | 2005 | — | Amazon.com |
12 | Preacher's Fortune By: William W. Johnstone, Fred Austin | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
13 | Preacher's Quest By: William W. Johnstone | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
14 | Preacher's Showdown By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
15 | Preacher's Pursuit By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
16 | Preacher's Fire By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
17 | Preacher's Assault By: William W. Johnstone | 2011 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
18 | Preacher's Fury By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
19 | Preacher's Massacre By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
20 | Preacher's Blood Hunt By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
21 | Preacher's Slaughter By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
22 | Preacher's Bloodbath By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
23 | Preacher's Hellstorm By: William W. Johnstone | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
24 | Preacher's Kill By: William W. Johnstone | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
25 | Preacher's Rage By: William W. Johnstone | 2018 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
26 | Preacher's Frenzy By: William W. Johnstone | 2019 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
27 | Preacher's Carnage By: William W. Johnstone | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
28 | Preacher's Inferno By: William W. Johnstone | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
29 | Preacher's Purge By: William W. Johnstone | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
30 | Preacher's Bloody Rampage By: William W. Johnstone | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
31 | Preacher's Strike By: William W. Johnstone | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Flintlock Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Flintlock | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Gut-Shot | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Kill or Die | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | A Time For Vultures | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Hell's Gate | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Pitchfork Pass | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Forever Texas Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Forever Texas | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Lone Star Legacy | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | On the Royle Range | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Fort Misery Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Fort Misery | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Frontier Overland Company Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Frontier Overland Company | 2023 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
2 | Dry Road to Nowhere | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Frontiersman Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Frontiersman | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | River of Blood | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | The Darkest Winter | 2017 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
4 | Damnation Valley | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Go West, Young Man Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Go West, Young Man | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Oregon Trail | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Leaving Independence (Short Story) | 2025 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Hank Fallon Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Yuma Prison Crashout | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Behind the Iron | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Dead Time | 2020 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
4 | A Knife in the Heart | 2020 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
Order of Have Brides, Will Travel Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Have Brides, Will Travel | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Shotgun Wedding | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Till Death | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Hell's Half Acre Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Butcher of Baxter Pass By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
2 | Hell's Half Acre By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Cold-Blooded By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | 4.3 | Amazon.com |
Order of Hunter Buchanon Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Black Hills | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Blood in the Dust | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Hunter's Moon | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | The Whip Hand | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Invasion USA Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Invasion USA By: William W. Johnstone, Fred Austin | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Border War By: William W. Johnstone | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Jackals Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Jackals | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Stand Up and Die | 2020 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | Every Mother's Son | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Dead River | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | The Fires of Hell | 2023 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
Order of Jake Ransom, Man of the Mountains Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | To the River's End By: William W. Johnstone | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Jensen Brand Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Jensen Brand | 2017 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
2 | Too Soon to Die | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Rising Fire | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Gold Mine Massacre | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Dark Night in Big Rock | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Kerrigans Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Kerrigans | 2014 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
2 | The Lawless | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Journey into Violence | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Hate Thy Neighbor | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | The Devil to Pay | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Last Gunfighter Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Drifter By: William W. Johnstone | 2000 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Reprisal By: William W. Johnstone | 2000 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Ghost Valley By: William W. Johnstone | 2001 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | The Forbidden By: William W. Johnstone | 2001 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Showdown By: William W. Johnstone | 2002 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Imposter By: William W. Johnstone | 2002 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | Rescue By: William W. Johnstone | 2003 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | The Burning By: William W. Johnstone | 2003 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | No Man's Land By: William W. Johnstone | 2004 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | Manhunt By: William W. Johnstone | 2004 | — | Amazon.com |
11 | Violent Sunday By: William W. Johnstone | 2005 | — | Amazon.com |
12 | Renegades By: William W. Johnstone | 2005 | — | Amazon.com |
13 | Savage Country By: William W. Johnstone, Fred Austin | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
14 | The Devil's Legion By: William W. Johnstone | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
15 | Avenger By: William W. Johnstone | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
16 | Hell Town By: William W. Johnstone | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
17 | Ambush Valley By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
18 | Killing Ground By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
19 | Slaughter By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
20 | Sudden Fury By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
21 | Winter Kill By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
22 | Dead Before Sundown By: William W. Johnstone | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
23 | Montana Gundown By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
24 | The Morgan Men By: William W. Johnstone | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Last Wagon Train Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Last Wagon Train | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Loner Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Loner | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Devil's Badland | 2009 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | Dead Man's Gold | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | The Big Gundown | 2010 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
5 | Rattlesnake Valley | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Seven Days To Die | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | The Bounty Killers | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Trail of Blood | 2011 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
9 | Killer Poker | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | The Blood of Renegades | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
11 | Crossfire | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
12 | Inferno | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
13 | Brutal Vengeance | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
14 | Hard Luck Money | 2012 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
15 | Bullets Don't Die | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Luke Jensen: Bounty Hunter Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Luke Jensen, Bounty Hunter | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Dead Shot | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Bloody Sunday | 2014 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
4 | Bad Men Die | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Death Rides Alone | 2016 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
6 | Legion of Fire | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | Burning Daylight | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Hired Guns | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | Prairie Fire | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | The Bullet Stops Here | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Luke Jensen-Dewey Mckenzie Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Beans, Bourbon, and Blood | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of MacCoole and Boone Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | These Violent Years | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | A Time for Killing | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Man From Waco / John Bannack Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | The Man from Waco | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Some Die Young | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Matt Jensen: The Last Mountain Man Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Matt Jensen, the Last Mountain Man | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Deadly Trail | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Purgatory | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Savage Territory | 2009 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
5 | Snake River Slaughter | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Dakota Ambush | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | Massacre at Powder River | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | The Eyes of Texas | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | Torture Town | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | The Great Train Massacre | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
11 | Die with the Outlaws | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Montana Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Montana | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Hard Winter | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Morgan Family Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | The Black Hills Blood Hunt | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Morgans Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | The Morgans By: William W. Johnstone | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Mountain Man Series
Order of Nathan Stark Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Nathan Stark, Army Scout | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Trigger Happy | 2021 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
3 | Purgatory Crossing | 2025 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Old Cowboys Never Die Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Old Cowboys Never Die | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Nice Guys Finish Dead | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Kill Me Tomorrow | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Onion Creek Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | The Edge of Nowhere | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Perley Gates Western Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | The Legend of Perley Gates | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | A Reason to Die | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Bullets Don't Argue | 2019 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
4 | Shot to Hell | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Red River Vengeance | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Texarkana | 2021 | 4.6 | Amazon.com |
7 | The Lonesome Gun By: William W. Johnstone | 2023 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
Order of Phoenix Rising Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Phoenix Rising | 2011 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
2 | Firebase Freedom | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Day of Judgment | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Preacher & MacCallister Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Frontier America | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | They Came to Kill | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | When All Hell Broke Loose | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | The Devil's Crossing | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Hostile Territory | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Fort Buzzard | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Range Detectives Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | The Range Detectives | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Hang Them Slowly | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Rattlesnake Wells, Wyoming Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Rattlesnake Wells, Wyoming | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Frontier of Violence | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Right Between the Eyes | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Red Ryan Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Riding Shotgun | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Backstabbers | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Bullet for a Stranger | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | A Quiet, Little Town | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Last Stage to El Paso | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Remington 1894 Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Remington 1894 | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Rig Warrior Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Rig Warrior By: William W. Johnstone | 1987 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
2 | Wheels of Death By: William W. Johnstone | 1988 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Eighteen-Wheel Avenger By: William W. Johnstone | 1988 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Knockdown | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Savage Texas Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Savage Texas By: William W. Johnstone | 2011 | 4.3 | Amazon.com |
2 | A Good Day to Die By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | The Stampeders By: William W. Johnstone | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Rebel Yell By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | 4.2 | Amazon.com |
5 | Seven Days to Hell By: William W. Johnstone | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Sawbones Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Sawbones | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Never Seen Deader | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Shawn O'Brien Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Town Tamer By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Manslaughter By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Better off Dead By: William W. Johnstone | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Slash & Pecos Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Cutthroats | 2019 | 4.3 | Amazon.com |
2 | A Good Day for a Massacre | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | The Wicked Die Twice | 2020 | 4.4 | Amazon.com |
4 | Hell for Breakfast | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Sons of Thunder | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Bad Hombres | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Smoke Jensen Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Smoke Jensen, the Beginning | 2015 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
2 | This Violent Land | 2015 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | Outlaw Country | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | When the Shooting Starts | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Desolation Creek | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | The Angry Land | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Sidewinders Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Sidewinders By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Massacre at Whiskey Flats By: William W. Johnstone | 2008 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Cutthroat Canyon By: William W. Johnstone | 2009 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Mankiller, Colorado By: William W. Johnstone | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Deadwood Gulch By: William W. Johnstone | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Texas Bloodshed By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | The Butcher of Bear Creek By: William W. Johnstone | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Bleeding Texas By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Sixkiller, US Marshal Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Sixkiller, U.S. Marshal | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Day of Rage | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Eight Hours to Die | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | The Hour of Death | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Blood for Blood | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Dead Man Walking | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Stoneface Finnegan Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | By the Neck | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Devil You Know | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Hard Road to Vengeance | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Taylor Callahan, Circuit Rider Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Taylor Callahan, Circuit Rider | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Save It for Sunday | 2023 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Texas John Slaughter Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Texas John Slaughter By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Deadly Day in Tombstone By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | 4.2 | Amazon.com |
3 | The Edge of Hell By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | 4.3 | Amazon.com |
Order of Texas Moonshiners Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Texas Moonshiners | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Those Jensen Boys! Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Those Jensen Boys! | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Rimfire | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Twelve Dead Men | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Ride the Savage Land | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Rope Burn | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Tim Colter Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Colter's Journey | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Edge of Violence | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | While the Town Slept | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Tinhorn Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Never Let Them See you Bleed | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | A Lamb to the Slaughter | 2024 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | Heat Lightning | 2025 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Town Called Fury Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | A Town Called Fury | 2006 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Hard Country | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Judgment Day | 2007 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Redemption | 2011 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of The Trail West Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Trail West | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Monahan's Massacre | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Hang Him Twice | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Will Tanner Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Will Tanner By: William W. Johnstone | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | A Stranger in Town By: William W. Johnstone | 2016 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
3 | Powder Burn By: William W. Johnstone | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Evil Never Sleeps By: William W. Johnstone | 2018 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Dig Your Own Grave By: William W. Johnstone | 2019 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Pray for Death By: William W. Johnstone | 2020 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | The Violent Storm By: William W. Johnstone | 2022 | 4.5 | Amazon.com |
Order of Winchester Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Winchester 1886 | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Winchester 1887 | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of J A Johnstone Standalone Novels
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Blood of Patriots By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | The Bleeding Edge By: William W. Johnstone | 2012 | — | Amazon.com |
3 | Suicide Mission By: William W. Johnstone | 2013 | — | Amazon.com |
4 | Day of Independence By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
5 | Stand Your Ground By: William W. Johnstone | 2014 | — | Amazon.com |
6 | Shot in the Back By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
7 | Tyranny By: William W. Johnstone | 2015 | — | Amazon.com |
8 | Black Friday By: William W. Johnstone | 2016 | — | Amazon.com |
9 | The Doomsday Bunker By: William W. Johnstone | 2017 | — | Amazon.com |
10 | Trigger Warning By: William W. Johnstone | 2018 | 4.3 | Amazon.com |
11 | The Scorching By: William W. Johnstone | 2021 | — | Amazon.com |
12 | Down the Dark Streets By: William W. Johnstone | 2022 | — | Amazon.com |
13 | The Forty-Niners By: William W. Johnstone | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
14 | The Wicked and the Dead By: William W. Johnstone | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
15 | Not My Home By: William W. Johnstone | 2024 | — | Amazon.com |
16 | The Dead We Honor By: William W. Johnstone | 2025 | — | Amazon.com |
Order of Texas Lightning Series
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | The Hanging Party By: William W. Johnstone | 2024 | 4.3 | Amazon.com |
Order of J A Johnstone Anthologies
# | Title | Year | Rating | Book Link |
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1 | Law of the Gun | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
2 | Ghost Towns | 2010 | — | Amazon.com |
Title: J.A. Johnstone: A Literary Legacy Forged in the Wild West
Introduction
J.A. Johnstone is an American author known for his gripping and evocative storytelling, particularly in the genre of Western fiction. With a deep passion for the American frontier and a penchant for creating memorable characters, Johnstone has carved a niche for himself as a prominent writer of Western novels, most notably through his acclaimed series, 'Texas John Slaughter.'
Early Life and Influences
Born into a family steeped in the traditions of the American West, Johnstone's interest in the history and mythology of the frontier began early. Growing up in the rugged landscapes of the western United States, he was influenced by tales of cowboys, lawmen, and Native American cultures. These formative experiences ignited a lifelong passion for storytelling and crafting narratives that reflect the values and struggles of a bygone era.
Johnstone's literary influences include legendary Western authors such as Louis L'Amour and Zane Grey, whose vivid depictions of the frontier inspired him to explore the unique narratives of the American West in his writing. Additionally, Johnstone's background in journalism contributed to his writing style, allowing him to weave intricate plots and develop compelling characters with authenticity.
Career Highlights
Johnstone’s career took flight with the release of the 'Texas John Slaughter' series, which has garnered a loyal readership since its inception. The series, centered around the real-life historical figure Texas John Slaughter—a lawman and cattle rancher in the post-Civil War era—delves into the complexities of justice, morality, and survival in the harsh landscape of Texas.
The first book in the series, aptly titled Texas John Slaughter, was met with critical acclaim, establishing Johnstone as a significant voice in the Western genre. Subsequent installments further explored John Slaughter’s adventures, including his encounters with outlaws, Native Americans, and the evolving social dynamics of the time. The blend of historical accuracy with riveting storytelling has resonated profoundly with readers of all ages, contributing to the series' sustained popularity.
Beyond the 'Texas John Slaughter' series, J.A. Johnstone has collaborated with other authors and contributed to anthologies, expanding his repertoire while maintaining his focus on Western themes. His prolific output showcases his dedication to honoring the legacy of the American West while also bringing it to life for new generations.
Writing Style and Themes
Johnstone’s writing is characterized by vivid descriptions, engaging dialogue, and meticulously crafted plots that transport readers to the rugged landscapes of the West. His style captures the essence of frontier life, exploring themes such as honor, loyalty, and the often blurry line between right and wrong.
The characters in his novels are deeply human, marked by their strengths and weaknesses. Johnstone skillfully delves into their psyches, allowing readers to form connections with the protagonists and antagonists alike. This depth adds a layer of complexity to his storytelling, enabling him to address broader social issues, including the impact of violence, the struggle for justice, and the importance of community.
Legacy and Impact
J.A. Johnstone's contributions to the Western genre reignite interest in a literary tradition that has always held a special place in American culture. Through his engaging narratives and well-researched portrayals of historical events, he preserves the spirit of the West while also breathing new life into its stories.
His books have inspired not only avid readers but also aspiring writers, encouraging them to explore the rich tapestry of American history and folklore. Johnstone’s success proves that the Western genre remains a dynamic and relevant space in literature, capable of captivating audiences with tales of adventure and resilience.
Conclusion
J.A. Johnstone's work, particularly the 'Texas John Slaughter' series, stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the Western genre. Through his storytelling, he revives the spirit of the American frontier, allowing readers to experience the trials and triumphs of a time when law and order were often dictated by grit and determination. As he continues to produce new works, Johnstone solidifies his legacy as a master storyteller, ensuring that the tales of the West remain alive and well for generations to come.
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Book series:
- Bad Men of the West Series
- Ben Savage, Saloon Ranger Series
- Black Ops Series
- Blood Bond Series
- Blood Valley Series
- Brannigan's Land Series
- The Brothers O'Brien Series
- Buckhorn Series
- Buck Trammel Western Series
- Catfish Charlie Tuttle Series
- Christmas Series
- Chuckwagon Trail Series
- Cotton Pickens Series
- Death & Texas Series
- The Devil's Gulch Series
- Dog Team Series
- Duff MacCallister Series
- Eagles Series
- The Family Jensen Series
- Firestick Series
- The First Mountain Man Series
- Flintlock Series
- Forever Texas Series
- Fort Misery Series
- The Frontier Overland Company Series
- The Frontiersman Series
- Go West, Young Man Series
- Hank Fallon Series
- Have Brides, Will Travel Series
- Hell's Half Acre Series
- Hunter Buchanon Series
- Invasion USA Series
- Jackals Series
- Jake Ransom, Man of the Mountains Series
- The Jensen Brand Series
- The Kerrigans Series
- The Last Gunfighter Series
- The Last Wagon Train Series
- The Loner Series
- Luke Jensen: Bounty Hunter Series
- Luke Jensen-Dewey Mckenzie Series
- MacCoole and Boone Series
- The Man From Waco / John Bannack Series
- Matt Jensen: The Last Mountain Man Series
- Montana Series
- Morgan Family Series
- The Morgans Series
- Mountain Man Series
- Nathan Stark Series
- Old Cowboys Never Die Series
- Onion Creek Series
- Perley Gates Western Series
- Phoenix Rising Series
- Preacher & MacCallister Series
- The Range Detectives Series
- Rattlesnake Wells, Wyoming Series
- Red Ryan Series
- Remington 1894 Series
- Rig Warrior Series
- Savage Texas Series
- Sawbones Series
- Shawn O'Brien Series
- Slash & Pecos Series
- Smoke Jensen Series
- Sidewinders Series
- Sixkiller, US Marshal Series
- Stoneface Finnegan Series
- Taylor Callahan, Circuit Rider Series
- Texas John Slaughter Series
- Texas Moonshiners Series
- Those Jensen Boys! Series
- Tim Colter Series
- Tinhorn Series
- Town Called Fury Series
- The Trail West Series
- Will Tanner Series
- Winchester Series
- J A Johnstone Standalone Novels
- Texas Lightning Series
- J A Johnstone Anthologies
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