James L. Collins papers, 1982-1985
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Collins, James L., 1945-
- Title
- James L. Collins papers
- Dates
- 1982-1985 (inclusive)19821985
- Quantity
- 1.0 cubic foot (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 09341
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
James L. Collins was a Western author, writing initially under the pen name, Jim Miller. A Colorado resident, in 1982 he signed a contract with Fawcett Gold Medal Books to write six original paperback Colt Revolver Novels. Collins also wrote, "The Western Writer's Handbook" (1987), a series of four Western novels in the Long Guns Series, and several American West history books.
Content Description
The James L. Collins collection contains manuscripts for the following Western novels: "Sunsets" (1983), "Gone to Texas" (1984), "Comanche Trail" (1984), "War Clouds" (1984), and "Riding Shotgun" (1985). Two of the manuscripts have first person and third person versions: "War Clouds" and "Gone to Texas".
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Western stories -- Paperbacks.
Geographical Names
- West (U.S.)
Form or Genre Terms
- Fiction.
Occupations
- Authors.
