Campfire Tales

Although it doesn't compare to seeing our favorite riders on the small screen, Fan Fiction allows the characters so many people loved to live on! Through fan fiction we are allowed to see what happened to the riders after the show, explore in detail areas not satisfactorily dealt with by the series, and dwell on the love, laughter,
and grief we watched them endure. 

All feedback is greatly appreciated by the authors, not to mention great motivation for getting them to write more!
Even all these years later, pay a poor author of fan fiction in the only currency they work for!

Authors: Let me have your updated contact information so you can receive feedback!

I would love to take submissions from authors with their stories currently on the page who have since completed the work. Otherwise, I'm not taking new submissions. If you wish to have your work removed or need me to update your contact information, please email me (gliterin2000@yahoo.com).

Queen of Hearts -- by Joanna
1-4  5-9  10-Epilogue
Jimmy's determination to help a Southern woman with dangerous secrets could cost him not only his life, but the lives of those he loves.

Revised 4-10-05

Slaying Dragons-- by Joanna
Short Story

When left to his own devices on a visit to Sweetwater, Jimmy finds himself in the care of Kid's five year-old daughter. Complete, short story.

True Love, One Soul-- by Jocelyne
1-2
When Rachel's niece comes to town, Buck takes a shine to her, but when he finds she's spoken for, will he follow his head or his heart?
A Love Reborn-- by Melissa and Lisa
Prologue-6  7-8
When a mysterious young woman comes to town from Buck's past, can she make him believe in a love that spans centuries?f
A sequel to Prairie Possessions
Homecoming-- by Allison East
1  2
When Emily Metcalfe returns, bearing Ike's child, the riders will do everything they can help her out.
One Moment In Time -- by Eos Reia
Prologue-2 3
When a young scientist travels back in time, she finds herself face to face with the legendary James Hicock, and the pony express.
Sins of The Father -- by Keri
1-6 7
Cody searches to find the reason for the sadness in a local girl's eyes, but even he isn't prepared for what he finds out.
The Irish Rebel-- by Sherry Whitten
1-6 7-8
An Irish girl who witnessed a horrible crime is fleeing for her life. Cody may be the only one who can save her, if he doesn't kill the infuriating woman first!

Comes The Dawn -- by Lisa R.
1-9  10-Epilogue
Kid thought he knew everything about his wife to be. When Lou reveals a shocking secret, will their love and their relationship survive?

Campfire Tales From The Crypt Entries!
Creepy Fan Fiction!

The Contest is closed! The final submissions have been posted!

Satan's Midnight -- by Joanna
Prologue-8 9
When a legendary stallion steals mares from the Sweetwater station, the riders embark on an adventure that pits them against nature, superstition, bounty hunters, and demons both inside and around them.
Time Doesn't Always Heal Wounds -- by Anna
1-4 5
When hearts are involved, some wounds are so deep that nothing in the world can heal them.
The Birthday Surprise -- by Lisa R.
1-3 4-6
Lou is convinced that her birthday is jinxed and Kid sets out to prove her wrong with an extravagant surprise. By the time her birthday rolls around, he might have to admit she's right!
Gypsy -- by Lorelei
1-3  4
When a group of gypsies come into Sweetwater they get a varied welcome from the townsfolk. Cody forms a friendship with a strong-willed, rebellious young woman from among them.
The Substitute Suitor -- by Beth Goodman
1-11  12-Epilogue
Cody quickly falls head over heels for the new girl in town. But then, he soon comes to realize that she does not return his affection and has eyes for one of the other riders instead…
Little Sister -- by Katya
1-2 3
A link from Kid's past causes Jimmy to reflect on his own future.
Memories Lost, Friendships Gained -- by Lisa
1-5   6-20  21-Epilogue

Buck offers assistance to a woman he finds unconscious on the side of the road, but befriending her could bring bad company to Rock Creek!
Same Old Song--by Kirsten and Joanna
Prologue-10  11
It started out as a paid vacation to Denver, but when Jimmy and Kid find themselves in danger, Lou must race against time to save them!
A Bond So Strong -- by Joanna
Prologue-7  8-16   17-20  Epilogue

Kid's decision to fight for the South leads to the division of the Riders. Will the love they once shared be enough to convince the boys to help a desperate Lou get Kid out of a POW camp?
Wild Rose-- by Joanna
Prologue-2  3-6  7-10  11-18  19-Epilogue

The next generation of a family bound by ties no force can destroy fights to make their mark on the world.
A sequel to A Bond So Strong
The Pain of Love--by Keri
1-8 9
Cody is struck by Cupid's arrow when Sam's niece comes for a surprise visit, but will her past come between the two and break Cody's heart?
Proposals--by Kathryn
1-3  4
After Lou refuses Kid's proposal, he finds comfort with a new woman. Meanwhile, Lou discovers a shocking truth.
At The Beginning -- by Jane
Prologue-Epilogue

A willful young girl comes into all the rider's lives, and takes a special place in Buck's heart.
The Wanderings of A Soul--by Cheryl
1-5  6-18  19
A
story about Buck's life, loves and hardships after the end of the Pony Express
Untainted Devotion -- by Kirsten Page
1-5   6-end

When a friend returns once again from the past and comes to visit the newly married Kid and Lou, she brings with her some surprising news.
For My Love -- by Angela
1-3  4

A romantic scheme created in the name of love ends up bringing two troublemakers into the riders' lives.
Separate Lives--by Jessica Abernethy
1-2

When Kid appears at the station, introducing the strange woman at his side as his wife, trouble soon follows.
Opposite Numbers -- by Mette
1-4  5

While on a run, Jimmy's life is saved by a beautiful woman who steals his heart in no time. But will they ever meet again?
Captives -- by Joanna
1-4   5-9   10-Epilogue

Lou and Jimmy face one of the greatest trials of the white man in the West when they are captured by Sioux braves
Save The Next Dance -- by Lorelei West
Prologue-6  7-end

As the riders begin to settle in to the new station at Rock Creek a face from the past reappears bringing with her difficult memories for one of the riders.
A Tale of Two Strangers -- by Cheryl
1-6  7-11  12
The riders encounter two people from the future on a mission to stop deadly aliens! See how the riders interact with these two interesting new characters!

Some of this material has mildly mature overtones

Same Song, Different Verse -- by Anna
1-2   3-5   6
Kid and Lou face the challenge of starting a new life together while the people they love find their own destinies.
Dear Diary -- by Hanny
1-5
Read Lou's thoughts from her earliest days on the express!
Blurred Images -- by Jessica
1-3
An old friend calls Jimmy to the abolitionist cause, but can he foresake the two people dearest to him in order to gain control of his life?
Coin Toss -- by Lea
1-3
What would have happened if Sweetwater's new school teacher, Samantha, had stayed in town? Sometimes destiny hinges on the toss of a coin…
Ghost of the Past -- by Joanna
1
The man who attacked a young Lou is not dead, and it is only a matter of time before he comes after her...again!
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Announcing the Entries for the First(and Last, as it turned out!) Annual Campfire Tales From the Crypt Contest!

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