Books with author K. Anne Russell

Andy Russell has been a trapper, cowboy, bronco-buster, trail guide, grizzly hunter, nature photographer and filmmaker, lecturer, and fighter for the environment.This is the story of his adventures as a trail guide in the "standing-on-end country" of southern Alberta and British Columbia, and into the Yukon and Alaska. He recounts his experiences shepherding rich "sports" through the primeval wilderness in search of fish and game, often finding more than they bargained for. Above all, the book is about the immense changes that have transformed life in the Canadian Rockies over the past century.Memoirs of a Mountain Man is a lively, sensitively-observed account of outdoors life in some of the most awesome landscapes on the planet.

Students are flying! School’s in session with more secrets. Mem MacCleary and her mates have their wings and a very important mission. This fairy tale fantasy adventure series by K. L. Russell continues in book four of the Lineman and the Cook Series, The River Flows. Third-years enter Dux House learning more than leadership and mentoring their Noobie charges. One well guarded secret leads an uninvited guest into the mentoring care of Mem and her teammate. Saint Raphael’s is in danger from other-world sources and HABs are polluting their life source and waters on Saint Raphael’s.Mem and her friends are desperate to save their beloved school and Saint Raphael’s island from unclean souls.

Andy Russell has been a trapper, cowboy, bronco-buster, trail guide, grizzly hunter, nature photographer and filmmaker, lecturer, and fighter for the environment.This is the story of his adventures as a trail guide in the "standing-on-end country" of southern Alberta and British Columbia, and into the Yukon and Alaska. He recounts his experiences shepherding rich "sports" through the primeval wilderness in search of fish and game, often finding more than they bargained for. Above all, the book is about the immense changes that have transformed life in the Canadian Rockies over the past century.Memoirs of a Mountain Man is a lively, sensitively-observed account of outdoors life in some of the most awesome landscapes on the planet.

“As the dark closes in and the fire settles down to a deep and warming glow, there’s no nightcap better than a good story well told.”Andy Russell is a master storyteller, and this collection of new and previously published tales evokes as if by magic the irresistible allure of the campfire. It’s not hard to imagine the starry sky above and the sound of the pack horses as they sleepily crop the grass nearby.Some of Andy’s tales are about his own youth. Others are part of western lore and the history of the west. Others concern those whose trails crossed his, or whose legends he heard over campfires long ago. Some of the stories dwell in the past, and others deal in the present. Some are about horses, grizzlies, owls, and other wildlife; some commemorate old mountain men or cunning city slickers.What all these yarns have in common is the unique style of the most celebrated of all Canadian cowboys, the inimitable Andy Russell.

“As the dark closes in and the fire settles down to a deep and warming glow, there’s no nightcap better than a good story well told.”Andy Russell is a master storyteller, and this collection of new and previously published tales evokes as if by magic the irresistible allure of the campfire. It’s not hard to imagine the starry sky above and the sound of the pack horses as they sleepily crop the grass nearby.Some of Andy’s tales are about his own youth. Others are part of western lore and the history of the west. Others concern those whose trails crossed his, or whose legends he heard over campfires long ago. Some of the stories dwell in the past, and others deal in the present. Some are about horses, grizzlies, owls, and other wildlife; some commemorate old mountain men or cunning city slickers.What all these yarns have in common is the unique style of the most celebrated of all Canadian cowboys, the inimitable Andy Russell.

From his boyhood days through his adulthood as a trapper, guide, naturalist, and outdoorsman, Andy Russell lived a lifestyle that would be nearly impossible today. Growing up in a ranching community in a "land of boots and saddles, guns and fishing rods, and the smell of pines and grass," he observed the ways of animals wild and tame, braved rugged mountaintops and freezing rivers, and forged friendships with the local Indians.

A modern-day classic told in fairy tale magic, this fantasy adventure series continues in book three of the Lineman and the Cook Series. Second-years enter Gopher House and begin their year of service and duty. Saint Raphael’s is full of secrets, and friends are desperate to save their doomed classmates as they get sucked through one door in Saint Raphael’s kitchens and tossed out another into the revolting other-world river district. Harpies now rule and a last refuge to save a bully and an almond-eye boy lead to more mysteries, and a race for Mem, David, and Moira to figure out clues to rescue their classmates.Mem and friends soon learn their former teammate has become the dodgy leader of the river district, and perhaps the most powerful evil to emerge in the other-world. For Mem, David, and Moira it will take all of their Saint Raphael’s training and special gifts to escape the Harpies and return home!

Delightful debut of old-world charm fairy tale appeal of a young couple, Jack and Carol MacCleary, living a simple life until they are chosen to protect St. Raphael’s unique island inhabitants with incredibly special powers. Keeping in tradition of this fairy tale adventurous fantasy, Unexpected Habits sets the tone for more exciting adventures to come. Buffaloberry? Pogonip? Uni-grams? Seriously? Very unexpected habits are about to happen for one young couple who are expecting their first child! Not everyone wanted the young couple to succeed. Dark forces were working to destroy Jack, Carol, and Saint Raphael's. The lineman and the cook would come to play a vital role ensuring the safety and care of St. Raphael's unique inhabitants. They were about to meet their destiny as the Lineman and the Cook prepare for very Unexpected Habits.

A page-turning sequel continuing the traditions of Spiritual Fiction Fantasy adventure, Noobie Habits (book 2) in the Lineman and the Cook Series is a highly fueled and entertaining fantasy adventure that keeps rebellious first-years at Saint Raphael's in trouble.Taffy Tongues, Curfew Curses, Sadie Fawkes, Hallow Eve, and more are about to begin at Saint Raphael's NOT so traditional school. First-years, or Noobies, start their first class...Scavenger Hunting. They must solve clues to find their next class as the adventure continues with more secrets. Join Mem MacCleary and her teammates in this fantasy adventure sequel and enjoy Saint Raphael's captivating world of special gifts and mysteries. You'll be protected with the help of The Lineman and the Cook.