Summary:  Nasty rumours cause trouble and anguish for the Cartwrights. Can Ben, Joe and Hoss save Adam from a lynch mob? Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  8379   “We can get rid of him, Cartwright,” the man cajoled. “It would be easy, an’ ya can watch if’n ya like.” “What are you talking … Continue reading Behind the Picture (by Rona) →

Summary:  The aftermath of an argument sees Joe and Adam trying to mend fences. Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  720     It seemed he had always come here when his heart was troubled. It was a favorite spot and the calm blue waters of the lake did much to soothe his tempestuous … Continue reading By the Lake (by Rona) →

Summary:  Accused of murder, and found to be innocent, Joe discovers that rumours are difficult to quash. Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  8667   “Who’s that?” Joe asked, as he paused just outside the store. “Who?” asked Adam, glancing around. “Over there,” Joe responded, jerking his chin in the direction. He indicated two … Continue reading Believe in Me (by Rona) →

Summary:  A terrible accident teaches the Cartwrights that each of them have their own areas of expertise. Category  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  5606   “What is that, exactly?” Adam Cartwright asked disdainfully, looking down his nose at his youngest brother, Joe. “What?” Joe replied, looking confused and sounding exasperated. “It’s a horse, … Continue reading Areas of Expertise (by Rona) →

Summary:  On a business trip to Sacramento, Joe encounters Bethany again. Will he survive this time? Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  11,424   The pain was such that he could hardly remember who he was. He had no clue why he was in such pain, but he knew one thing for sure; … Continue reading At All Costs (by Rona) →

Summary:  Features a reaccurring character named Tom Bryson.  Dialogue from these stories is referenced: Only Skin Deep Toil and Trouble Wolf in the Fold Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  10,895   “Mr. Cartwright?” The feminine voice cut through the general hubbub of the street noises and Joe turned. “Yes?” he replied, automatically … Continue reading A Fresh Start (by Rona) →

Summary:  A What Happened Next for the episode "Between Heaven and Earth." Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  9598   “Mitch?” Joe Cartwright started to smile as he left the saloon and saw his friend coming towards him. But the smile died on his face as Mitch gave him a cold look and … Continue reading Another Mountain to Climb (by Rona) →

Summary:  An Alternative Ending to the episode of the same name. Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  4179   Dimly, Joe became aware that the wagon had stopped. He forced his eyelids to open, wincing at the brightness of the morning sun. “Wh-what’s wrong?” he mumbled. “Why are we stopping here?” All he … Continue reading A Time to Step Down (by Rona) →

Summary:   An epilogue to the episode. Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  2415   As Hoss and their father went into the house, Joe looked at Adam. Tears stood in the younger man’s eyes and Adam clasped Joe’s shoulder in unspoken sympathy. Hoss was returned to them, but they both felt sorry for … Continue reading A Stranger Passed this Way (by Rona) →

Summary:  A What Happened In-Between for the episode of the same name. Category:  Bonanza Genre:  Western Rated:  PG Word Count:  4395   As Dolly Kincaid rushed back in the door and knelt beside her father, Joe Cartwright wearily lowered his gun. It was over; he and his brother Hoss were safe. For a moment, Joe closed … Continue reading Breed of Violence (by Rona) →