Author Archives: Robert Lee Murphy

Wyoming Historical Society Award for Bozeman Paymaster

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Robert Lee Murphy

On September 9, 2023, the Wyoming Historical Society awarded Bozeman Paymaster: A Tale of the Fetterman Massacre first place in the category of fiction at the 70th Annual Meeting in Cody, Wyoming.

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Bozeman Paymaster Receives Wyoming Award

Posted on August 3, 2023 by Robert Lee Murphy

Bozeman Paymaster: A Tale of the Fetterman Massacre has been awarded first place in the Publications: Fiction Category by the Wyoming State Historical Society for 2023. I plan to travel to Cody, Wyoming, to participate in the 70th Annual Meeting … Continue reading →

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Bozeman Paymaster Nominated for Will Rogers Medallion Award

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Robert Lee Murphy

It is with pride and humility that I announce Bozeman Paymaster: A Tale of the Fetterman Massacre is a finalist for the Will Rogers Medallion Award for 2023 in the category of Western Traditional Fiction. Bozeman Paymaster was published by … Continue reading →

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Great Arts & Crafts Fair

Posted on April 1, 2023 by Robert Lee Murphy

I, along with nine other members of Anthem Authors, participated in a book selling during the Spring Arts & Crafts Fair at Sun City Anthem in Henderson, Nevada, on April 1, 2023. No, it was not April Fools’ Day. It … Continue reading →

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Great South Point Book Signing

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Robert Lee Murphy

On Saturday, December 3, 2022, I had a very successful book signing during the National Finals Rodeo at South Point Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. I thank the staff of South Point for their assistance that ensured the event was … Continue reading →

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South Point Book Signing

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Robert Lee Murphy

The talented folks at South Point Casino have produced another excellent poster advertising my book signing that will take place there on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from noon to 4 PM. Look for this poster when you enter the casino. … Continue reading →

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Bozeman Paymaster Versions Available

Posted on November 9, 2022 by Robert Lee Murphy

Three versions of Bozeman Paymaster: A Tale of the Fetterman Massacre are now available. Select the version that best suits your reading style and enjoy my historical fiction interpretation of a fascinating story about America’s Manifest Destiny. The original hardcover version … Continue reading →

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Book Signing at Sun City Anthem, Henderson, NV

Posted on October 23, 2022 by Robert Lee Murphy

On Saturday, October 22, 2022, I participated with other members of Anthem Authors in the Sun City Anthem Arts & Crafts Fair at 2450 Hampton Road in Henderson, Nevada, from 9 AM to 1 PM. This was my first book … Continue reading →

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Roundup Magazine Reviews Bozeman Paymaster

Posted on August 13, 2022 by Robert Lee Murphy

Tom Carpenter reviewed Bozeman Paymaster: A Tale of the Fetterman Massacre in the August 2022 issue of Roundup Magazine. For those of you who do not subscribe to Roundup Magazine, I copy the review here: “This story of the Fetterman massacre is told … Continue reading →

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Historical Novel Society Reviews Bozeman Paymaster

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Robert Lee Murphy

Bozeman Paymaster: A Tale of the Fetterman Massacre, is reviewed in the August 2022 issue of Historical Novels Review. Thomas J. Howley wrote the review. He states in part: “The author includes authentic technical details of terrain, equipment and daily … Continue reading →

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