The American Rivers: A Western Fiction Collection

The rivers of America shaped the frontier—and the people brave enough to cross it.

The American Rivers brings together powerful stories by Gary McCarthy, Win Blevins, and Frank Roderus, each novel tied to the waterways that carved the West itself.

From the gold-laden American River to the wild Missouri, the sacred Powder, and the deadly Purgatory, these tales follow mountain men, settlers, warriors, trappers, and wanderers fighting for survival, redemption, and a place to belong.

Rich with history, frontier grit, and unforgettable characters, this collection captures the untamed spirit of the American West—where every river carries danger, promise, and the chance to start again.