Switching Gears An Anthology of Western Short Fiction

Discover the unparalleled talent of New York Times bestselling authors W. Michael Gear and Kathleen O'Neal Gear in Switching Gears, an extraordinary collection of award-winning and critically acclaimed Western short stories. This anthology, a must-read for fans of Western fiction, features eight masterfully crafted tales that showcase the Gears' exceptional storytelling prowess. Highlighting the collection are Kathleen's "No Quarter"-which won both the 2023 Spur Award and a Will Rogers Medallion-and Michae​l's "Bad Choices", winner of the 2024 Spur Award and a Will Rogers Medallion. With both winning stories in one volume, Switching Gears is a testament to the Gears' mastery of the Western genre. Each story in Switching Gears is introduced by the authors, offering rare insights into their creative process and unique perspectives-sometimes leading to playful contradictions that add a personal touch to the collection.