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Jim Beckwourth: Mountain Man Trailblazer bestselling author Charles Ray is the thrilling fourth novel in the America250 Series, honoring the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding is now available for 𝙋𝙍𝙀-𝙊𝙍𝘿𝙀𝙍! https://a.co/d/bo8pXxP
Ride into history and discover a true frontier legend.
𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲—𝗗𝗦𝗣 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀. #dustysaddlepublishing #charlesray
26 January 2026|Authors, DSP Articles
The America250 series keeps blazing trails—Jim Beckwourth: Mountain Man Trailblazer by Charles Ray is now available for pre-order on Amazon, with the official release set for Sunday, March 15th, 2026 from Dusty Saddle Publishing!
This thrilling fourth novel in DSP’s landmark America250 series celebrates the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding by shining a powerful spotlight on one of the West’s most extraordinary and under-celebrated legends: Jim Beckwourth.
Enslaved at birth, James P. Beckwourth was freed and joined the Rocky Mountain Fur Company in the 1830s, heading west as a trapper and quickly carving out a reputation as a master scout, fighter, adventurer, and one of the finest frontiersmen of his era. Over six-plus decades, he lived a life few could match—riding through pivotal moments of American history, from the California Gold Rush to the Seminole Wars. For many years he lived among the Crow Nation, rising to become a respected war chief, and he blazed a trail through the mountains from Nevada Territory to California that still bears his name today.
A man who thirsted for adventure, Beckwourth pushed from Virginia—his birthplace—to the Gulf Coast, the Rocky Mountains, and beyond. He lived life to the fullest, earned a reputation second to none, and helped open the West in ways that changed the nation forever.
Charles Ray brings Beckwourth roaring back to life with his signature blend of historical accuracy, high-stakes action, vivid frontier detail, and the kind of unbreakable spirit that defines the America250 series. After the chart-climbing success of The Pathfinder: John Fremont and Simon Kenton: The Forgotten Hero, this fourth installment keeps the momentum rolling—honoring the grit, courage, and trailblazing heroism that built America.
Nick Wale is steering this launch with full DSP firepower, and Jersey Muriel Campana is coordinating to ensure Jim Beckwourth: Mountain Man Trailblazer hits hard from day one. Pre-order now so you’re first on the trail when it drops March 15th!
WHAT TO EXPECT
PRE-ORDER NOW
Jim Beckwourth: Mountain Man Trailblazer by Charles Ray is AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER on Amazon as a Kindle e-book (paperback to follow). Lock in your copy today and be ready to ride with Beckwourth on March 15th, 2026!
The trailblazer’s story is calling—don’t miss it. America250 rolls on!
Below is the cover of my contribution to DSP’s America250 project, a fictional story about famed mountain man Jim Beckwourth.
23 January 2026|Authors, DSP Articles
The trail is hot and justice rides hard—The Adventures Of Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves: Hot Temper, Cold Revenge by Charles Ray is officially out and AVAILABLE NOW on Amazon as a Kindle e-book and paperback!
Charles Ray, the bestselling master of authentic frontier tales, delivers another gripping chapter in the legendary Bass Reeves saga. After helping the army track down deserting soldiers, Bass Reeves and his trusted sidekick Henry Lone Tree head back toward Muscogee. They decide to stop for the night in the railhead town of Checote Switch, just a couple of days’ ride from home.
What should have been a quiet layover turns deadly when a railroad worker is murdered—and suspicion immediately falls on a hand from a nearby ranch. With Bass as the only law within reach, he and Henry set out on the trail, finally cornering the suspect near the Red River and taking him into custody.
But the real trouble begins there. The dead man’s friends want blood—immediate, frontier-style justice—and they’re not willing to wait for a judge or jury. Bass now faces the hardest choice of his career: step aside and let vengeance take its course, or stand firm, protect his prisoner, and uphold the letter of the law—even when the whole town wants to see a rope.
Bass does what Bass always does—he follows the law. In a world where tempers run hot and revenge runs cold, that decision could cost him everything.
Ray’s signature style shines: meticulous historical detail, unbreakable moral conviction, tense standoffs, and the quiet heroism that made Bass Reeves one of the most respected lawmen in the Indian Territory. Fans of the series will love this latest ride—packed with action, character depth, and the kind of frontier justice that still resonates today.
With Nick Wale’s promotional push and DSP’s chart-climbing machine behind it, Hot Temper, Cold Revenge is already gaining ground and poised for big things in 2026.
WHAT IS THIS ONE ABOUT?
After helping the army track down some deserting soldiers, Bass Reeves and his sidekick, Henry Lone Tree, head back to Muscogee. They decided to stop for the night in the railhead town of Checote Switch, a couple of days’ ride from Muscogee. While there, a railroad worker is killed, and suspicion falls on a hand from one of the nearby ranches. Bass is the only law in the vicinity, so he and Henry set out on the ranch hand’s trail, finally cornering him near the Red River, where they take him into custody. They then have to protect the killer from the desire of the dead man’s friends to dispense immediate justice. Faced with the choice of allowing the aggrieved men to get their revenge for the murder of their friend or facing them down and following the letter of the law, Bass does what he always does. He follows the law.
WHERE CAN I GET MY COPY?
The Adventures Of Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves: Hot Temper, Cold Revenge by Charles Ray is AVAILABLE NOW on Amazon as a Kindle e-book and paperback. Grab it today and ride with Bass Reeves—then watch the charts as this one keeps climbing! The series is stronger than ever—don’t miss your shot!
21 January 2026|Authors, DSP Articles
Western fans and publishing enthusiasts, mark your calendars—Rendezvous With A Writer is bringing three powerhouse guests to the mic in 2026!
Charles Ray (bestselling author of the Frontier Scout series and more), Jeff Crawford (the mountain man master behind hard-hitting tales like Death Stalks the Tetons and The Pathfinder), and Jackson Lowry (the exciting new pen name of legendary author Robert E. Vardeman, launching The Pathfinder: John Fremont in the America250 series) are scheduled to join hosts Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell for a must-hear episode.
This live broadcast on L.A. Talk Radio will dive deep into:
Expect unfiltered conversation about the creative process, the thrill of the Old West, and why Westerns continue to capture the spirit of courage, grit, and exploration that defines America.
Rendezvous With A Writer airs live every Thursday night on L.A. Talk Radio, streams on Facebook (facebook.com/rendezvouswithawriter), and is available immediately after as a podcast on Podbean (rendezvouswithawriter.podbean.com), Spotify, iHeart, and more.
Exact air date and time will be announced soon—stay tuned to DSP’s channels and the show’s socials for the official drop. When these three legends sit down together, the conversation is guaranteed to be legendary!
Tune In Details (Reminder)
Charles Ray, Jeff Crawford, and Jackson Lowry (Robert E. Vardeman) on Rendezvous With A Writer in 2026—this is one Western rendezvous you won’t want to miss. Saddle up and get ready!
Published at https://dspublishingnetwork.com/interviews-and-articles/f/ray-makes-huge-chart-gains-with-latest-caleb-johnson-smash
9 January 2026|Authors, DSP Articles
The numbers don’t lie: Charles Ray is on fire. The latest installment in the Caleb Johnson Mountain Man series is not just released—it is absolutely tearing up the bestseller charts. We are thrilled to report that Caleb Johnson Mountain Man: Trouble in the Tall Timber is currently sitting at a massive #41!
Readers are flocking to this series for its high-energy adventure and authentic frontier spirit. If you haven’t joined the stampede yet, now is the time to see what everyone is talking about.
WHAT IS THIS ONE ABOUT?
Caleb and Flora return home after spending the winter with Flora’s people to find that a timber baron has set his sights on Bear Creek as the location for a large lumber enterprise.
To succeed, however, the man needs access to prime timberland, such as the acreage that Caleb and Flora own.
The problem is that Caleb refuses to allow the cutting of any of his woodland.
This sets up an inevitable, violent confrontation between two men, each bent on having his way.
WHY YOU NEED TO READ THIS ONE:
When a book hits #41 on the charts, it means one thing: the story delivers. Charles Ray has crafted a narrative filled with tension, excitement, and the kind of “stand your ground” justice that Western fans crave.
See why thousands of readers have pushed this title into the top ranks.
HOW TO GET YOUR COPY:
Don’t miss out on the book that is dominating the charts. Available now from Amazon as a Kindle e-book and paperback
Now available at: https://www.amazon.com/Texas-Ranger-J-D-Pettit-Adventure-ebook/dp/B0G4F1SLNB/
From Soldier to Diplomat is a recorded interview that I did with Nick Kralev on his Diplomacy Notebook podcast.
Eustis Tucker, Country Lawyer:𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 by bestselling author Charles Ray is now Available in Kindle & Paperback! https://amzn.to/47jfyXo
Justice comes with a price—and Eustis Tucker is about to find out just how high it can be. Grab your copy now!
𝗗𝗦𝗣 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗽—𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸. #dustysaddlepublishing #CharlesRay
