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Sidewinders

by William W Johnstone

8 books Started 2008 Latest 2014
Publication Reading Order

The Sidewinders is a Western / Thriller series by William W Johnstone, made up of 8 books published between 2008 and 2014. It begins with Sidewinders ( With: J A Johnstone) (2008), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Bleeding Texas ( With: J A Johnstone) (2014), spanning 6 years of storytelling.

8books
6years active
2decades
~0.9yrs between books
2014latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 Sidewinders ( With: J A Johnstone) 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Massacre at Whiskey Flats ( With: J A Johnstone) 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Cutthroat Canyon ( With: J A Johnstone) 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
4 Mankiller, Colorado ( With: J A Johnstone) 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Deadwood Gulch ( With: J A Johnstone) 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Texas Bloodshed ( With: J A Johnstone) 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Butcher of Bear Creek ( With: J A Johnstone) 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Bleeding Texas ( With: J A Johnstone)Latest 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Sidewinders series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Sidewinders series?

Start with Sidewinders ( With: J A Johnstone) (2008), the first book in the Sidewinders series by William W Johnstone. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Sidewinders series?

There are 8 books in the Sidewinders series by William W Johnstone, published between 2008 and 2014.

What is the first book in the Sidewinders series?

The first book in the Sidewinders series is Sidewinders ( With: J A Johnstone), published in 2008 by William W Johnstone.

What is the latest book in the Sidewinders series?

The most recent book in the Sidewinders series is Bleeding Texas ( With: J A Johnstone) (2014) by William W Johnstone.

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About William W Johnstone

William W. Johnstone was a prolific American Western and thriller writer. Born in 1938 in Guthrie, Oklahoma, Johnstone developed a love for writing at a young age. After serving in the United States Air Force, he began his writing career in the 1970s. Johnstone became known for his fast-paced, action-packed novels, often featuring iconic Western characters such as Preacher, Tom Horn, and Flintlock. He wrote over 300 books, including the "Lonesome Dove" series, "The Mountain Man" series, and "The Last Gunfighter" series. Johnstone's books have sold over 40 million copies worldwide and have been translated into several languages. He received numerous awards, including the Western Writers of America Spur Award for Best Paperback Original Novel in 1998 for "The Devil's Sleep." Despite his critical success, Johnstone remained a humble and down-to-earth man. He passed away in 2023, leaving behind a legacy of beloved Western tales that continue to entertain readers.

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