Calico West
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Joined 03-18-18, id: 10498810, Profile Updated: 04-15-19
Author has written 14 stories for Laramie.

Welcome to my profile page. My pen name is Calico West, a handle that I thought sounded like it belonged in the western theme that I write about.

I am a farm girl, raised in the country and continue to reside in the quaint and quiet life in the USA’s Pacific Northwest countryside. I raise cattle and spend all my extra time outdoors as much as possible with gardening and enjoying all aspects of nature. I am very happily single and keep a house full of kitties as my companions. Most importantly on my list of who I am, is that I am a Christian, following God’s word as I can and serving Him on a daily basis. I also am a pianist and enjoy every part of music, through playing, listening and singing.

I have always loved western television shows, but there hasn’t been one that has captivated my attention and adoration as much as Laramie. When I first began watching the show, I never dreamed that someday I would be writing stories about it. I needed more Laramie in my life and as I’d glimpsed at fan fiction before in the past, I sought out Laramie stories. Once I started to read, I was hooked, and then I knew I needed to write, and now the stories come into my head faster than I can write them all down.

I want to thank everyone who reads my stories and leaves such positive reviews. It truly is wonderful to read those comments and know that I have brought joy to my readers through the tales that I have to tell. It is through those encouraging words that I keep writing. And of course, having such awesome characters such as Slim and Jess to keep alive helps too!

I have now signed up on this site to be a beta reader for Laramie! If you are in need of this service, feel free to check out my beta profile and send me a message.

Their Handshake by A Michigan Skylark reviews
Whether at parting or in greeting, Slim and Jess seal the event with a gentleman's handshake. Though there are poignant handshakes in Track of the Jackal, Circle of Fire, Badge of the Outsider—I find the handshake in The Pass especially tender. Even after the handshake ends, the boys linger for a moment looking at each other, wondering in silence if they'll see each other again.
Laramie - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 105 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 2 - Published: 10/8/2018
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Without a Gun reviews
After an accident, Jess takes off his gun - forever?
Laramie - Rated: K - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 22,000 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 4 - Published: 8/13 - Daisy, Jess H., Slim S., Mike - Complete
Unshackled reviews
A tumbleweed wagon and its desperate occupant start Jess on a fight for his life where he ends up battling more than just the outlaw's wrath.
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 34,250 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 6/25 - Jess H., Slim S., Andy S. - Complete
Harper's Blood reviews
A man wanted for murder makes trouble for Slim, for the name printed on the poster is Harper.
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 26,200 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/15 - Jess H., Slim S., Mort C. - Complete
A Smudged Mose reviews
After writing several fairly intense stories where I've given Slim and Jess much peril to contend with, I thought I'd give them a change of pace and tickle their funny bone instead. This is a lighter level of storytelling compared to my usual high intensity method, but it still seems to suit our boys just fine.
Laramie - Rated: K - English - Humor/Western - Chapters: 1 - Words: 12,300 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/12 - Daisy, Jess H., Slim S., Mike - Complete
We're Loyal reviews
COMPLETE. Enemies from the past return to bring trouble to Jess and Slim.
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 27,500 - Reviews: 98 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 2/28 - Published: 1/24 - Jess H., Slim S. - Complete
The Fire Inside reviews
For years Jess has been tormented by fire, but he's always been able to keep his fears hidden, until now.
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 22,722 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/18 - Jess H., Slim S., Mort C. - Complete
Angels Sing reviews
On Christmas Eve, the dangers that come in winter threaten to forever change life at the Sherman ranch, with Slim and Jess getting caught right in the middle of it. Merry Christmas everyone!
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 24,000 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/17/2018 - Daisy, Jess H., Slim S., Mike - Complete
Life or Death reviews
The balance between life and death can be a harrowing journey. To those who are left waiting for that final step to be taken, the torment even worse, especially when the one that's doing the balancing is your Pard.
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 20 - Words: 40,400 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/16/2018 - Jess H., Slim S., Andy S., Jonesy - Complete
Condemned reviews
Laurel DeWalt is shot to death and on her dying breath, she whispers the name of the man that will be convicted of her murder and condemned to die: Jess Harper.
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 15 - Words: 27,127 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/17/2018 - Jess H., Slim S. - Complete
The Mort Cory Gang Rides Again reviews
A man bent on revenge, Bosley Bates escapes from jail with plans to take down the members of the Mort Cory Gang. Slim and Jess are threatened and captured, luring Mort into Bates' clutch. Each man is willing to risk it all to save the other, because their friendship means more than a gang. (This is a sequel to "The Mort Cory Gang.")
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 19,919 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/12/2018 - Jess H., Slim S., Mort C. - Complete
Better Together reviews
The earliest days of friendship are far from ideal for Slim and Jess and the tension escalates when Andy is kidnapped and held for ransom. Despite the mistrust and fear that threatens to stand in their way, with each challenge they have to face, the two men discover they have what it takes to be true friends after all.
Laramie - Rated: K - English - Western/Friendship - Chapters: 12 - Words: 30,779 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/22/2018 - Jess H., Slim S., Andy S., Jonesy - Complete
The Mort Cory Gang reviews
When a murder is committed while Mort, Slim and Jess are out on the trail, the blame for the crime lands at their feet. Now seen as wanted criminals, they find themselves running for their lives from everyone in their path that wants to put an end to the Mort Cory gang.
Laramie - Rated: K+ - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 18,800 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/13/2018 - Jess H., Slim S., Mort C. - Complete
I Left Daisies On Your Grave reviews
Slim and Jess begin a heartbreaking journey to Cheyenne when they discover the stage Daisy and Mike are supposed to be on is attacked with no survivors. Battling outlaws and fighting their own emotions, they discover their heartache is only short lived only to start on another road where everyone could lose their lives.
Laramie - Rated: K - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,025 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 2 - Published: 4/10/2018 - Daisy, Jess H., Slim S., Mike - Complete
Just Walk Away reviews
With a death threat against Slim, Daisy and Mike, Jess is forced to join a gang of outlaws. After a faked argument started by Jess escalates into a full-blown tirade with Slim telling Jess to never come back, Jess leaves Laramie behind him on a road of evil that could possibly lead to the end of his life.
Laramie - Rated: K - English - Western/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 13,003 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/28/2018 - Daisy, Jess H., Slim S., Mike - Complete