For Tyler Stewart, that curiosity became Branded Cowboy, a custom laser engraving business based in Zanesville, Ohio.

The Pony Express became an American legend—but its famous run lasted only about 18 months.

When we picture the American cowboy, it's easy to imagine a lone gunslinger riding across the frontier, walking into saloons, and facing outlaws at high noon. Movies and novels helped turn cowboys into American legends—but everyday cowboy life was usually far different.

At Oakfield Publishing, we're proud to spotlight authors who capture the spirit of adventure, courage, and history. This month, we're featuring Stuart Yates, author of the exciting Western novel Kadey, Texas Man Hunter.

For more than a century, Westerns have captured the imaginations of readers around the world. From dusty frontier towns and lonely cattle trails to courageous lawmen and notorious outlaws, Western fiction continues to find new generations of fans.