Born into slavery in 1854, Nat Love, also known as Deadwood Dick, grew up to become the most famous African American cowboy in the Old West. A contemporary and acquaintance of Bat Masterson and Billy the Kid, Nat was widely known as an expert roper and driver, a crack shot, and a real Wild West character. Featuring lively full-color artwork by Randy DuBurke, Best Shot in the West is an exhilarating mix of high-interest historical fiction and nonstop adventure.
FREDRICK L. MCKISSACK JR. is the author of several books, including Shooting Star, which was named a Best Young Adult Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews. He lives in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with his wife and son.
RANDY DUBURKE is the award-winning illustrator of several children's books and graphic novels. Best Shot in the West is his first fully painted graphic novel.