52 Western writers. 52 Western short stories. All starting with the same twelve words: I had some time to myself and some things to think about. These micro-shorts (they’re each 500 words long) scatter off into 52 fascinating, action-filled directions, no two alike. Bourbon bottles and gunfights? Strong men and stronger women. Hangings, horse thieves and fistfights? You got ’em—and more!You can race through these great stories or savor them, but either way, you’ll love seeing how different and creative 52 writers can be.