List of Western fiction authors This is a list of some notable authors in the Western fiction genre.

Jul 3, 2024 · A list of Western fiction authors with writers who specialize in all types of Western historical fiction and tales of the American frontier. If cowboys, Indians (Native Americans), …

Apr 19, 2025 · Some of the best-known western fiction writers include Larry McMurtry, Stephen Graham Jones, Willa Cather and Elmer Kelton. The western novels on this list are ranked …

Oct 15, 2013 · I love a good western novel…but there are so few writers who can do them well, avoiding the dusty cliches and tropes of the genre to deliver a powerful, memorable, original …

Mar 21, 2025 · Western literature is a treasure trove of adventure, grit, and timeless characters. Let’s saddle up and take a ride through the works of twelve famous Western authors and …

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Jul 13, 2025 · Western literature, a genre uniquely tied to the history and mythology of the American frontier, has been shaped by many talented authors. This article explores 15 of the …

Jan 22, 2024 · The 25 best western novels of all-time are a must-read for fans of the genre. These novels have been chosen by the Western Writers of America, and include titles such as The …

Jun 6, 2018 · Over the last year or so, I’ve read through the canon of what’s considered to be the cream of the crop for Western literature. I consumed dozens of books, and have here …

Discover 30+ of the best Western fiction writers who’ve shaped the genre with their rugged landscapes, complex characters, and timeless themes.