At the beginning of this year I received numerous death threats via my website. Many of the emails were initiated by students at faith-based universities. I received an update on the matter from the authorities yesterday. Regardless of what is done to or said about me I know my brother isn’t guilty. It’s not blind read more…

I drove to historic Woodland, CA. on Saturday to give a presentation to the Friends of the Library organization. March is Women’s History Month and it was a great pleasure to share stories about some of the inspiring ladies of the Old West. The unfortunate part of the event was the news the prestigious library read more…

Nothing could have prepared me for the treasure trove of material I had the privilege of being able to review at the museum at Garryowen near the Little Big Horn in Montana. The main office was rich with never before seen letters, photos, journals between George and Elizabeth Custer. Elizabeth Custer never got rid of read more…

What kind of sadness would drive someone to shoot themselves in the head? I understand deep despair, but shooting yourself in the head?. The resolve it takes to go through with that act is extraordinary. Maybe that’s why I lean towards the death of the comedy writer I’m helping to investigate as murder. I will read more…

Making a living as an author of books about women of the Old West isn’t the most lucrative career. I’ve had to rely on private investigative work the last few months to supplement my income. Nothing big – process serving mostly for a nearby county. A week ago however, I was asked to help in read more…

False allegations of molestation and rape occur everyday. This is just one example of the more than 52 hundred false reports made in Florida alone in the last two years. PANAMA CITY BEACH -Two spring breakers have been charged with filing false crime reports this week after accusing authorities of rape, police and sheriff’s deputies read more…

I’ve got another two copies of Tales Behind the Tombstone to give away. All you need to do is drop me a line and let me know you’d like a copy. I think you’ll enjoy the read. 4.0 out of 5 stars Really Interesting Book….Rare Subject, February 25, 2010 By Ambergris “John Thomas” (New England…..USA) read more…

The 6 and ½ hour drive to the Lone Pine Film History Museum was breathtaking. The tops of the mountains around the location were filled with snow and voices of the actors who filmed some of the greatest westerns of all time echoed throughout the valley below. I was proud to have been asked to read more…

It’s snowing over Donner Summit, but I’m off to Lone Pine anyway. If I recall, it was that same wild-eyed enthusiasm that brought about the Donner Party’s ultimate demise. More when I return – if I return. In the meantime enjoy this review of Tales Behind the Tombstone. I have a couple promotions copies to read more…

I had the pleasure of seeing Hal Holbrook perform his one man Mark Twain show a couple of nights ago. It was extraordinary. Not only was I moved by the brave interpretation of the material, but impressed with Mr. Holbrook’s tenacity. He’s 85 years old. The set was simple. A desk, chair, pulpit, a few read more…