NEW!
Maddie McDowell
and the Missing Mustangs
Thunderation!
The Monte Decker Rodeo has rolled into town and Maddie McDowell is raring to compete. But on her way there, she finds an orphan newborn foal, which leads to a brand-new, high-flying mystery for this young Pinkerton in training.
Something, or someone, has spirited away the valley’s Ghost Mountain wild horses, and Maddie and her friends are on the hunt to find out what happened.
The stakes are life and death for both the mustangs and Maddie as she races to save the horses, win the rodeo, and maybe even learn that family sometimes means risking all.
A solid mystery about a cowgirl who exhibits courage, smarts, and loyalty to animals and people
Kirkus Reviews
Five-Star Reviews
Maddie McDowell and the Missing Mustangs is a darling story with plenty of feart and heart-pounding adventure! A great story for any young horse-lover."
Alyssa, GoodReads
The language, the characters, and the mystery will pull readers into the fascinating world of rodeos, wild horses, and chacters determined to do what is right despite the dangers."
Elizabeth Raum, GoodReads
Another gem from author LuAnn Rod! Maddie McDowell and the Missing Mustangs is fun, funny, and full of heart; ... Readers will be sure to find the ending as satisfying as the rumpus adventure throughout! I highly recommend."
Brooke, GoodReads
Dog Talk
Speculative
Middle Grade Fiction
All GT wants is to make friends in his new town, but when a skateboarding dare goes wrong, his hopes are as dented as the school principal's car. His punishment! Taking his mom's bratty poodle Fifi--decked out in pink polka dot accessories--to her doggie summer camp.
Normal Life
is Over!
Five-Star Reviews
This is not your average summer break. LuAnn M. Rod delivers a riveting good versus evil plot, with fast-paced action and plenty of humor ... Dog lovers and fans of mystery and suspense will not want to miss Dog Talk."
Dog Talk is endearing, funny, and engaging, with a new marvel on every page. If you like dogs, or know young people who like dogs, or just want to experience a delightful time, read Dog Talk."
Dog Talk is a great read, especially for dog lovers. And who doesn't love dogs?"
P. Rosenthal for Readers' Favorite
Milana Marsenich, GoodReads
Elizabeth Raum, GoodReads
Maddie McDowell and the Rodeo Robbery
Western Writers of America SPUR Award finalist
Feathered Quill Bronze Award for
2024 Best of Backlist Books
Thunderation
and
Toad's
Toes!
Maddie McDowell isn't quite sure how she gets herself into these predicaments, but as sure as the sun sets over the Montana prairie, where Maddie goes, trouble follows. Running away from boarding school to join a rodeo troupe, Maddie finds adventure, a mystery, and friends. But is that what she needs to be happy?
Five-Star Reviews
"An entertaining story that sends you back in time to the western days of cowboys, cowgirls, rodeos, model T's, sheriffs, and outlaws."
Romaine, GoodReads
"Loved the use of western elements with the mystery elements. They blended really well together. I enjoyed getting to know Maddie and hope there is more in the series."
Kay, GoodReads
"Magical! Enduring! Suspenseful! Extraordinary! Don't miss this exciting, well written, must read book."
Margaret, GoodReads
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