You are stepping into the 1880s Roaring Rapids Ranch Office of Bern Venters and Cole Braddock: the creators, writers, and illustrators behind Cowboy Stories, the Ranch School, the Ranch Library, and the Ranch Wisdom sayings that we have collected from the ranch hands. This office is a virtual, fictional place in our story world, near enough to the ranch house and bunkhouse that we always know what’s happening on the ranch. That’s why our family-frendly stories feel fresh, living, and up-to-date. The desk is where Bern writes, while Cole works nearby, painting scenes from ranch life. The easel is where the illustrations come to life, one chapter at a time. And on the rag rug rests our dog, Crockett, faithful companion and quiet inspiration to Boone, a true friend to us all.