Posted in Drama What Happened Next/Later Writing Challenges

Redemption (by Gertie)

Summary:  Living up to Mama’s expectations may just have some redeeming qualities.

Rating:  G  1,500 words

This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Alternate Universe Drama Joe Cartwright Post Timeline Short Stories Writing Challenges

Mama’s Brooch (by Sierras)

Summary: Joe and his wife are having their first Christmas together.  He would like to find her a special gift. Pa has an idea.

Rating:  G  435 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Adam Cartwright Alternate Universe Drama Writing Challenges

Heirlooms (by faust)

Summary:  The most treasured family heirloom are our sweet family memories.

Rating:  G  3,115 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

Part of The Art-Universe, links to my stories included within.

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Posted in Drama Family Prequel Writing Challenges

Christmas Tradition (by BluewindFarm)

Summary:  An earlier request and a shopping trip well before the season help expand a Ponderosa Christmas Tradition.
Rating:  G    Words: 1,700

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Humor Joe Cartwright Prequel Writing Challenges

A Bonbon Too Far (by Sierra Girl)

Summary: Beware gifts that fall into the wrong hands. When a little brother sees an opportunity to make an easy buck, trouble ensues in a fun Christmas prequel of misunderstandings, tipsy Irishmen and bonbons.

Rating:  G  5,164 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Brothers Humor

Feud (by BettyHT)

Summary:  No one pulls a prank on a Cartwright brother and gets away with it.  When it’s another Cartwright brother or two, it means ‘war’ or a series of pranks meant to exact revenge until no one can make those scales of justice balance out.

Rating:  PG   Word Count:  3,383

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Posted in Adam Cartwright Drama Prequel Writing Challenges

Homesick (by Patina)

Summary:  Far from home, a special person helps ease the ache.

Rating:  G  1,840 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Adam Cartwright Drama Prequel Writing Challenges

Grandpa’s Gift (by Inca)

Summary:   A posthumous gift from his grandfather brings back memories and an important realisation to Adam.
Rating:  G  2,110 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Drama Writing Challenges

Women’s Work Matters (by sklamb)

Summary: Virginia City, traditionally, was a place for men to come and make their fortunes, but the gentler elements of society had their own contributions to make–especially at Christmas!
Rating:  G  1,900 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Alternate Universe Drama Family Post Timeline Writing Challenges

The Greatest Gift (by Annie K Cowgirl)

Summary:  A Christmas surprise turns out to be most welcomed.

Rating:  G  1020 Words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Action/Adventure Drama Hurt/Comfort Joe Cartwright What Happened Next/Later

Blindsided (McFair_58)

Summary: Two years after he was bushwhacked, Joe Cartwright returns to Lone Pines and the Griswolds’ spread. Though he intends to stay for one night, circumstances beyond his control compel him to change his plans. Something is terribly wrong, and he is bound and determined to set it right – even if it it costs him his life. Slightly AU in that the eps ‘Forever’ never happened.
Word count: 66, 499
Rated: PG-13

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Posted in Drama Joe Cartwright Writing Challenges

The Remarkable Tin Soldier (by McFair_58)

Summary:  Remembrance of Christmas Past

Rating:  G   7,950 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Posted in Alternate Universe Drama Writing Challenges

All That Glitters (by Questfan)

Summary: Youthful dreams were lost long ago when a father decided he knew best what his daughter needed, but a second chance comes about in a most unexpected way.
Rating: G    3,420 words

Note:  This story was written for the Bonanza Brand 2020 Advent Calendar, originated in the Forums.

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Preserving Their Legacy
Posted in Sourdough Starter

BTR Sourdough Starters #31 – November 2020 (by BZTrailriders)

Summary: “May I…?” – This one is a little different. After 2-½ years of Sourdoughs, has someone written one that gave you an idea to expand it? Well, go ahead and ask to use that person’s sourdough and add to it in some way. Include a copy of the original Sourdough, and who wrote it, with your expansion of 600 words or less.

Rating: G, Word Count: 2937

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Posted in Brothers Drama Humor What Happened Next/Later

Stage Coach Journal (by BettyHT)

Summary:  A young lady traveling west to pursue her dream meets a colorful storytelling character and the Cartwright brothers which helps her find her future and is serendipity for a certain Cartwright too.

Rating = G  Word count = 3,095

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