Secrets Of The Bull – by Western Author Rick Steber

Western author Rick Steber recently sent me his newest book Secrets of the Bull and I want to recommend it.

From his website:
“Rick is the author of 27 books. He has received numerous awards and recognition for his achievements in Western literature including the Favell Museum Western Heritage Award, Benjamin Franklin Award, Mid-America Publishers Book Award, Oregon Library Association Award and was a finalist for Oregon Literary Arts Book Award. He is a member of the Western Writers of America and has served as a panelist for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) , helping set national educational standards and achievement levels in U.S. Department of Education.

“Rick’s work has made a significant contribution to preserving the heritage and spotlighting the great beauty of the West. Readers and reviewers have praised his unique writing style that demonstrates and empthy for his characters and a love for the land in which they live. His descriptive prose livens the senses and increases understanding of the human spirit.

“Steber donates many hours visiting schools; talking to students about the importance of education, helping them develop reading and writing skills, and impressing upon them the value of saving our history for future generations.”

Rick (age 62) lives near Prineville, Oregon with his two sons Seneca and Dusty.

There are many western writers but what distinguishes Rick from the others, in my opinion at least, is his writing style. It really is first class and on a par with many of the most famous writers. You not only get an interesting story about the west but get to enjoy great prose that is a joy to read.

This specific book, Secrets of the Bull, pits legendary stockman Frank Battle against his family, the federal government and many outside forces bent on gentrifying his pristine Eastern Oregon valley. Even after his death, Frank maintains his iron-fisted control with a stipulation in his will requiring his family to come together and operate the ranch for one year – and show a profit – or lose it all.

You can visit his website and order books by clicking HERE.