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ⓘ About Ralph Cotton
Ralph Cotton is one of the renowned authors from America who is famous for writing his novels based on the genre. He is particularly well known for writing down the successful novel series, Jeston Nash, Gunman’s Reputation, and Ranger Sam Burrack. Author Cotton began his writing career at a very early age, in fact, he was in his elementary school when he wrote his first story. At that time, he used to use writing as a hobby so as to escape from the boring school work. Another reason for him to get attracted towards writing is that he was not at all good at studies. Before beginning his writing career on the big platform, author Cotton worked for a number of other jobs. Some of those jobs include working on a commercial barge as a second mate and as Lutheran lay minister. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, Ralph Cotton has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Ralph Cotton
Death Rides a Chestnut Mare
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Rides a Chestnut Mare as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Danny Duggin Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
The Shadow of a Noose
The Shadow of a Noose continues the Publication Order of Danny Duggin Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Riders of Judgement
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Danny Duggin Books with Riders of Judgement, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Death Along the Cimarron
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Along the Cimarron as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Danny Duggin Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Hangman's Choice
Hangman's Choice continues the Publication Order of Dead Or Alive Trilogy Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Devil's Due
Devil's Due continues the Publication Order of Dead Or Alive Trilogy Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blood Money
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Money as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dead Or Alive Trilogy Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Friend of a Friend
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gun Culture Books with Friend of a Friend, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Season of the Wind
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gun Culture Books with Season of the Wind, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Gunman's Song
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books with Gunman's Song, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Between Hell and Texas
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books with Between Hell and Texas, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
The Law in Somos Santos
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books with The Law in Somos Santos, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Bad Day at Willow Creek
Bad Day at Willow Creek continues the Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fast Guns Out of Texas
Fast Guns Out of Texas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Ride to Hell's Gate
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books with Ride to Hell's Gate, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Gunmen of the Desert Sands
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books with Gunmen of the Desert Sands, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Crossing Fire River
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books with Crossing Fire River, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Escape From Fire River
Escape From Fire River is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Gun Country
Gun Country is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
City of Bad Men
City of Bad Men continues the Publication Order of Gunfighter's Reputation Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
While Angels Dance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jeston Nash Books with While Angels Dance, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Powder River
Powder River continues the Publication Order of Jeston Nash Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Price of a Horse
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jeston Nash Books with Price of a Horse, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Cost of a Killing
A gripping mystery unfolds in Cost of a Killing as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Jeston Nash Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Killers of Man
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killers of Man as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Jeston Nash Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Trick of the Trade
Trick of the Trade is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jeston Nash Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
The Guns of C.C. Ellis
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Long Riders Books with The Guns of C.C. Ellis, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Montana Red
Montana Red is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Badlands
Badlands is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Justice
Justice continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Border Dogs
Border Dogs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Misery Express / Blue Star Tattoo
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Misery Express / Blue Star Tattoo, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Blood Rock
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Rock as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Vengeance is a Bullet / Vengeance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Vengeance is a Bullet / Vengeance, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Sabre's Edge
Sabre's Edge continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hell's Riders
Hell's Riders is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Showdown at Rio Sagrado
Showdown at Rio Sagrado is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Dead Man's Canyon
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Man's Canyon as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Killing Plain
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing Plain as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Black Mesa
Black Mesa continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Trouble Creek
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Trouble Creek, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Gunfight at Cold Devil
Conflict and courage define Gunfight at Cold Devil, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series by Ralph Cotton that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Guns on the Border / Sabio's Redemption
Guns on the Border / Sabio's Redemption continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Killing Texas Bob
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing Texas Bob as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Nightfall at Little Aces
Nightfall at Little Aces is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Ambush at Shadow Valley / Shadow Valley
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Ambush at Shadow Valley / Shadow Valley, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Showdown at Hole-In-the-Wall
Showdown at Hole-In-the-Wall continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Riders From Long Pines
Riders From Long Pines is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
A Hanging in Wild Wind
A Hanging in Wild Wind continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Black Valley Riders
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Black Valley Riders, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Lawman From Nogales
Lawman From Nogales continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wildfire
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Wildfire, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Lookout Hill
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Lookout Hill, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Valley of the Gun
Valley of the Gun is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
High Wild Desert
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with High Wild Desert, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Red Moon
Red Moon continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lawless Trail
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Lawless Trail, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Twisted Hills
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Twisted Hills, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Shadow River
Shadow River is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Golden Riders
Golden Riders continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mesa Grande
Mesa Grande continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Scalpers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Scalpers, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Showdown at Gun Hill
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books with Showdown at Gun Hill, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Payback at Big Silver
Payback at Big Silver continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Ranger's Trail
A Ranger's Trail is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Bad River
Bad River continues the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fighting Men
Conflict and courage define Fighting Men, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Sherman Dahl Books series by Ralph Cotton that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Gun Law
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sherman Dahl Books with Gun Law, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Summers' Horses
Summers' Horses continues the Publication Order of Will Summers Books story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Incident at Gunn Point
Incident at Gunn Point is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Will Summers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Dark Horses
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Will Summers Books with Dark Horses, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Gunman's Pass
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Will Summers Books with Gunman's Pass, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
Webb's Posse
Webb's Posse continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Ralph Cotton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Jackpot Ridge
Jackpot Ridge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Guns of Wolf Valley / Wolf Valley
Guns of Wolf Valley / Wolf Valley is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ralph Cotton have come to expect.
Blood Lands
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Lands as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
Midnight Rider
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Midnight Rider, another outstanding contribution from Ralph Cotton.
A Killing in Gold
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Killing in Gold as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Ralph Cotton's mastery of suspense.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ralph Cotton?
Ralph Cotton is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 79 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Danny Duggin Books, Publication Order of Dead Or Alive Trilogy Books, Publication Order of Gun Culture Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Ralph Cotton series to start with?
For readers new to Ralph Cotton's work, the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 40 books. Begin with Montana Red to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Ralph Cotton written?
Ralph Cotton has written over 79 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Ralph Cotton books in order?
Yes, reading Ralph Cotton's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Ralph Cotton write in?
Ralph Cotton writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 79 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Ralph Cotton's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Ralph Cotton's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Ralph Cotton's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Ralph Cotton's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Ranger Sam Burrack Books series. The first book, Montana Red, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.