This author wrote and published their stories on the Bonanza Trail Riders website which shut down in late 2024. Bonanza Brand as offered their stories a home within the Bonanza Brand Fanfiction Library.
Summary: There’s nothing better than a new friend during the dog days of summer.
Rating: K, Word Count: 1216
Summary: When a dispute over a cattle drive and promises made causes a rift between Hoss and his wife, Hoss gets a bit of wise counsel from his niece.
Rating: K, Word Count: 1600
Summary: Samantha Malloy returns to Virginia City to live with her two older brothers. They all grew up with harsh step-parents but Sam was the last to leave. Her brothers hope she finds healing at last as she settles into her new home and meets new friends, such as the Cartwrights.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 8997
A Love Series #1 – A Love Rekindled – by AH83
Summary: Adam reconnects with friend from his youth. But all is not as it seems with her.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 8794
A Love Series #2 – A Love Tested – by AH83
Summary: Adam and Emma move forward with their relationship. Just when things are rosy, tragedy strikes.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 4663
A Love Series #3 – A Love Grown – by AH83
Summary: After a great loss, Adam and Emma learn to move on and soon fine love can grow from unexpected sources.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 6499
A Love Series #4 – A Love Lost – by AH83
Summary: After a stage robbery turns deadly, Adam learns strength comes from the loved ones around him.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 3468
All’s Fair in Love and Snow – by AH83
Summary: Is it true that a snowball fight was just what the doctor ordered?
Rating: K, Word Count: 943
Summary: A young girl, living with her step-family, catches Hoss’ eye, but it’s another Cartwright that helps the two connect. A Cartwright version of Cinderella.
Rating: G, Word Count: 4517
Candy and the Outlaws – by AH83
Summary: Candy discovers some miners are not who they are supposed to be.
Rating: K, Word Count: 1241
Fair (The) – an Adam and Emma Story – by AH83
Summary: The Cartwrights plan a visit to the Virginia City Fair.
Rating: K, Word Count: 1491
Summary: Young Hoss and Adam learn some lessons about wisdom.
Rating: K, Word Count: 1016
Summary: Adam gets a Fourth of July surprise.
Rating: K, Word Count: 720
Summary: What’s next when the heat and work don’t end?
Rating: K, Word Count: 515
Summary: Young Hoss helps a friend at school but soon discovers another child who has a greater need.
Rating: K, Word Count: 2006
Summary: What do a church bazaar, a kissing booth, and red roses have in common?
Rating: K, Word Count: 1797
Mary’s Story #1 – A Young Girl’s Dream – by AH83
Summary: Young Mary (Adam and Emma’s adopted daughter) has grown up and is dreaming of college. But with two suitors vying for your attention, she seeks guidance from friends and family on how to make the right choice. Meanwhile, Adam finds a change coming in his life and also has to make a tough decision.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 4482
Mary’s Story #2 – Adam’s Changed – by AH83
Summary: This is a sequel to A Young Girls Dream (Mary’s Story). Adam has found a new love but is she right for him and his children?
Rating: PG, Word Count: 4694
Mystery of Sasquatch (The) – by AH83 Summary: On a hunting trip, Adam sees something in the woods he’s unable (and refuses) to explain to his family. That is until it comes out in the newspaper.
Rating: G, Word Count: 1677
One Boy, One Girl – by AH83
Summary: What happens when one boy and one girl lock eyes across a dance floor? Based on the song “One Boy, One Girl” by Collin Raye.
Rating: K, Word Count: 970
Summary: While sorting through Christmas decorations, Ben finds two cherished mementos of a Christmas long ago.
Rating: K, Word Count: 917
Summary: Something is destroying farmer’s crops. A Halloween Story.
Rating: K, Word Count: 806
Summary: Adam learns the importance of his promises.
Rating: K, Word Count: 1445
Summary: The Cartwrights become involved in the tragedy of a local family.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 1757
Summary: How does one get a crusty old man to have a change of heart about life? Ask Hoss.
Rating: K, Word Count: 1992
Stormy Nights and Injuries (an Adam and Emma Story) – by AH83
Summary: Life married to a Cartwright can be fun but challenging as well. Emma learns this when Adam has to go on a cattle drive at the last minute and Emma encounters her own danger on the ranch.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 5909
Summary: Hoss meets the love of his life, but his love will be tested when she’s caught in a crossfire.
Rating: PG, Word Count: 5141
True Love Changes Everything – byAH83
Summary: Will Hoss ever encounter his true love?
Rating: K, Word Count: 1090
Summary: The Ugly Duckling story, Cartwright style.
Rating: G, Word Count: 3254
