Best Selling Books by John R. Erickson

Horse Fixin'' is a highly informative and entertaining manual for anyone who might want to glimpse into the ways of old-time horsemanship, ways which are still quite applicable today." -The Westem Horse In this memoir, Frankie reminisces about horses and horsemen he has known and discusses his innovative, unconventional approach to horsemanship.

Hank the cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, matches wits with an escaped circus monkey.

Someone has been stealing feed out of the feed bin, and it is up to Hank to catch the culprit.

A huge Rottweiler the size of King Kong (according to Hank) threatens the security of Hank the Cowdog''s ranch.

Hank the Cowdog is duped into believing a worthless corncob will bring him fame and fortune.

Presents humorous tales of contemporary cowboy life

When Slim is left to take care of the ranch and little Alfred, who has the measles, he gets sick himself and a freak blizzard sets in, so it is up Hank to try to keep things under control.

Accompanying Slim and Little Alfred into town on a Christmas shopping trip, Hank and Drover run up against a gang of toughs so mean and heartless, it''s a wonder they ever make it back to the ranch. Hank the Cowdog #13.

In his own modest way, Hank the Cowdog recounts how he barely escaped crazy Slim and his tail-eating vacuum sweeper and single-handedly saved the ranch from a huge catastrophe.

Hank the Cowdog has to find out what bit him when he stuck his nose into a large pipe.

Unable to convey his regret to Sally May after his latest embarrassment, Hank the Cowdog discovers that local coyotes are planning a major attack on the ranch, a plot he works to thwart while salvaging his tarnished reputation. Simultaneous.

For use in schools and libraries only. Hank the Cowdog is head of Ranch Security in this action-packed adventure series that will tickle funny bones of adults and children alike.

Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, and assistant deputy Drover engage in an epic battle with the coyotes, Rip and Snort, as they all seek some meaty treats.

Loper wants Hank to learn some manners, so he''s sending him to obedience school.

There''s never a dull moment on the ranch when Hank the Cowdog is around. In this latest installment to the series, Hank learns about a tool thief on the loose who uses a monkey to help him do his dirty work. And before long, Hank finds himself faceto- face with the pilfering primate! Can Hank help to stop the criminals in their tracks, or will the crooks get away to continue their monkey business?

John Erickson traces his family history, focusing on how his ancestors overcome the challenges prairie life to settle in Texas and create a prosperous life for themselves.

Hank the Cowdog and his trusty partner, Drover, are just beginning their latest investigation when a pirate suddenly appears on the front porch! Has the ranch really been set upon by one-legged men of the sea? Hank and Drover soon realize that the pirate is just Little Alfred in disguise. And who else would Little Alfred choose as his first mate but Hank? After he enthusiastically agrees to be hoisted up into the tree-house pirate ship, Hank suddenly remembers -- dogs don''t belong in trees! Can the Head of Ranch Security come up with a way to survive his adventure on the high seas and return to shore in one piece? Book jacket.