Category Archives: Montana’s Vigilantes

The Peculiar Worlds of Historical Fiction

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Carol Buchanan

It may not look like it, but writers of science fiction and historical fiction have a lot in common. We both have to create familiar worlds for readers who may be totally unfamiliar with the era and setting of our … Continue reading →

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The Ghost at Beaverhead Rock

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Carol Buchanan

Those of you who follow me on Facebook or Twitter, or this blog, may remember that awhile back I was trying to decide if Beaverhead Rock would be a good title for the fourth book about the Vigilantes of Montana. … Continue reading →

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Changing Direction

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Carol Buchanan

Last week I mentioned on Facebook that I would be announcing a change in my writing direction today. I hope no one thought I might decide not to write any more stories of courageous people forced to make dangerous choices … Continue reading →

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Beer and Vigilantes

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Carol Buchanan

The goldfields of Grasshopper Creek and Alder Gulch was incredibly hard labor. All up and down the 14 miles of Alder Gulch, thousands of men broke rock, smashed the pieces, and separated the gold. Their efforts paid off more or … Continue reading →

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Law and Vigilantes

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Carol Buchanan

The word “vigilante” arouses visions of mobs killing people because they muttered to themselves or were the wrong color. It conjures up images of witches screaming as they burn, or crosses aflame by night. It’s associated with the breakdown of … Continue reading →

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