Hank The Cowdog ~ Books 1-71, A1-A7 - John R. Erickson

Written by John R. Erickson
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[01]

The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 1
Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-01-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
It’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it. Guts, glory, danger, and sacrifice are all in a day’s work for Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security. While investigating a murder on the ranch, Hank finds himself the number-one suspect. He resigns and heads for the hills to become an outlaw. A band of ruthless coyotes are happy to teach Hank the trade. Will Hank be forced to raid his own ranch?
Hank sings “How Do I Do It?” and Rip and Snort sing “Me, Just a Worthless Coyote” in this hilarious adventure for the whole family.

[02]

The Further Adventures of Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 2
Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-02-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Hank’s in double trouble! Hank conducts defensive maneuvers against an attacking silver monster bird. But the trouble really begins when Hank is stricken with a terrible case of “Eye-Croserosis”. Can he find a cure? Will the mysterious Madame Moonshine be able to help him? Hank’s job is at stake!
Madame Moonshine sings “I Am a Witch” in this hilarious adventure.

[03]

It’s a Dog’s Life
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 3
Length: 2 hrs and 43 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-07-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
It’s all fun and games until somebody ends up in the pound. It’s been a busy few days for the Head of Ranch Security, what with routine patrols and not-so-routine combat with headless monsters. When the dust settles, Hank decides to take a break from duty and visit his sister in town. There, he enjoys the garbage patrol of a lifetime and faces down a brood of sassy town cats - and the plot thickens. Hank contracts a mysterious case of “soap hydrophobia” and ends up imprisoned in the dog pound! Is there any hope of escape for everyone’s favorite cowdog?
Original songs include “Your Momma Wears Old Tow Sack Drawers”, “Cats are Stupid”, and “Kicking My Dog Around”.

[04]

Murder in the Middle Pasture
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 4
Length: 2 hrs and 41 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-09-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Murder + Mayhem = Mystery.
There’s been a brutal murder on the ranch, and it’s up to Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, to conduct the investigation. The only problem is no one’s talking. After a dangerous fact-finding mission, Hank thinks he knows who the guilty party is. But before he can make the arrest, he’s captured by a bloodthirsty pack of coyotes and condemned to death at daybreak. Can Hank escape before the killer strikes again?

Hank and Junior the Buzzard do a romantic duet of “Beulah, Good Night” and Hank sings a soulful number called “The Cold Weather Cowdog Blues”.

[05]

Faded Love
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 5
Length: 2 hrs and 46 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-09-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Love doesn’t come easy. Duped by Drover, mocked by Pete the Barncat, and busted yet again by Sally May, the Head of Ranch Security decides it’s time for a break from the grueling daily grind. Heading into the wild outback, Hank goes in search of his true love, the charming Miss Beulah. Finding her is easy, but luring her away from Plato, the annoying spotted bird dog, is not. Hank is sure he can win Beulah’s heart with the help of a powerful aphrodisiac. But other forces are conspiring against him, and getting the girl turns out to be more difficult than Hank imagined.
Hank and the coyote brothers belt out a raucous polka number called “Rotten Meat”, and believe it or not, Hank sings a tender love song called “Beulah’s Song”.

[06]

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 6
Length: 2 hrs and 43 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-22-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Guilty until proven innocent? Who - or what - has been killing chickens on the ranch? And what is Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, going to do about it?
Using his top-notch law enforcement skills, Hank launches one of the hardest-hitting investigations of his career. No one is to be trusted, and everyone is a suspect - even Hank! With no clues and no evidence, the case seems uncrackable. Can Hank solve the crime - and prove his own innocence - before he’s relieved of his command?

Includes two original songs: “Bark at the Mailman Battle Hymn” and “I’m Locked in the Jailhouse with Buzzards on the Roof”.

[07]

The Curse of the Incredible Priceless Corncob
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 7
Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-29-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
From rags to riches…When Pete the Barncat offers to trade good, juicy steak scraps for a couple of old corncobs, Hank the Cowdog smells a rat. Why would Pete want to trade - unless the cobs are worth a fortune? So, armed with his Incredible PricelessCorncobs, Hank sets out to plan his early retirement. But retirement and the life of luxury don’t come as easily as Hank expects. It seems as though everyone is after his treasure - even his faithful sidekick, Drover!
Can Hank save his fortune without losing his friends, or will he have to give up his riches for the sakeof the ranch?

You’ll hear two great new songs, “I’m Rich!” and “My Heart Goes Wild for You”, in this hilarious adventure for the whole family.

[08]

The Case of the One-Eyed Killer Stud Horse
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 8
Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-29-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
An eye for an eye. Things are looking pretty bleak for Hank the Cowdog. First he gets sick on poisoned bacon grease. Then he accidentally trips Sally May - and she ends up with a broken ankle. And if that’s not bad enough, he gets stuck playing dress-up with Amy and Ashley, Little Alfred’s cousins.
But when Tuerto the Killer Stud Horse breaks free and charges at the girls, Hank knows it’s up to him to protect them. He’ll show that one-eyed horse who’s boss - even if it means risking his own life!

You’ll hear two great new songs, “A Fundamental Disagreement” and “Thank You Lord For Making Gals”, in this hilarious adventure for the whole family.

[09]

The Case of the Halloween Ghost
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 9
Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-29-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
There’s something spooky going on at the ranch! When Halloween arrives, Hank - the self-appointed Head of Ranch Security - has got his hands full of adventure. First there’s a problem with the Tricker Trees. Then the ranch is invaded by two skeletons, a witch, and a pirate. And when Hank goes to investigate a strange sound in the cake house, he’s sure it can only be one thing…a ghost. Can Hank rid the ranch of this unwanted visitor? Or is he destined to be spooked for good?
Wallace the Buzzard makes his singing debut doing a number called “Buzzard Love” and a chorus of ghosts sing an old Shaker hymn called “Followers of the Lamb”.

[10]

Every Dog Has His Day
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 10
Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-29-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Man’s best friend. It’s roundup time, and Hank the Cowdog is ready to strut his stuff. So what’s Benny - a world-class cattle dog with the papers to prove it - doing at the ranch? As Head of Ranch Security, Hank knows it’s his job to find out. But what Hank learns isn’t easy to swallow. Benny has been brought in to take his place in the roundup! Hank refuses to let some pedigreed pooch get the best of him. He’s got to find a way to prove that he’s a dog worth keeping around…before his days on the ranch run out for good.
Hear the songs “Saddle Up Overture in C-Maybe” and “Daddy Packed His Suitcase ‘Cause Momma Was a Mean Old Bag”.

[11]

Lost in the Dark Unchanted Forest
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 11
Length: 2 hrs and 19 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-04-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Lost: one little boy. When Little Alfred runs away from home and winds up in the Dark Unchanted Forest being trailed by a bobcat, Hank the Cowdog knows that it’s up to him to save his young master. So, mustering up all the courage that a Head of Ranch Security can come up with, he bravely makes his way into the forest. But before long, Hank is even more lost than Alfred. Can he find his master and get them both out of the woods? Or is he destined to pass the rest of his days going in circles?
You’ll hear the songs “Disorientation”, “I Love All Kinds of Stuff”, and “The Storm”.

[12]

The Case of the Fiddle-Playing Fox
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 12
Length: 2 hrs and 19 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-04-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
A rumor on the ranch: who ever heard of a fiddle-playing fox? Not Hank the Cowdog, that’s for sure. But when several reports of unexplained fiddle music come in, Hank knows that it’s his job to check things out. And to his surprise, he finds that the ranch has indeed been invaded by a fox with a fiddle!
Can Hank resist the lure of the music long enough to run that rascal off his territory? Or are his days as Head of Ranch Security numbered? Find out in this hilarious adventure!

Included are the new songs “Wind Song” and “My Heart is Up For Rent”, and some great fiddle playing by Frankie McWhorter.

[13]

The Case of the Wounded Buzzard on Christmas Eve
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 13
Length: 2 hrs and 11 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-04-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Tis the season for chaos. It’s the night before Christmas, and Hank the Cowdog, head of ranch security, is looking forward to a long winter’s nap when duty calls him to accompany Slim into town for a last-minute shopping spree.
Along the way, Hank and the gang are struck not only by the meaning of Christmas but also by a 25-pound buzzard who crashes through their windshield. When they finally get to town, they get caught up in the festivities…and the Sandy Clothes parade. It’s a holiday none of them will soon forget!

Junior sings “My Daddy Had a Wreck Today” and Wallace sings “A Pox, A Pox, on Emily Post”.

[14]

Monkey Business
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 14
Length: 2 hrs and 15 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-04-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Monkey see…monkey do…monkey trouble. The head of ranch security and his first lieutenant, Drover, are finishing up an exhausting morning of patrols when a mysterious caravan of trucks rumbles past headquarters. Going in for a closer look, Hank the Cowdog apprehends a large red box bearing a mysterious label: “WARNING! MONKEY! DO NOT OPEN THIS BOX!”
After running diagnostics, Hank discovers that the goods consist of nothing less than the Pasha of Shizzam, a bizarre little monkey willing to answer to Hank’s beck and call. Or is he?

Included in this story are two new songs: “Monkey Business” and “I Can See You Now”.

[15]

The Case of the Missing Cat
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 15
Length: 2 hrs and 13 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-23-14
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Hank makes a foolish bet with his archenemy, Pete the Barncat, that he can catch the Lumberpile Bunny. He loses the wager, his job, his pride, and even his gunny sack bed under the gas tanks. Hank begins to plot revenge. He must dispose of the cat. That sounds simple. But without Pete, Hank discovers scrap time has lost all its joy and meaning.

[16]

The Case of the Blinded Blizzard
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 16
Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-11-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Mission: nearly impossible. As the Head of Ranch Security, Hank the Cowdog has seen his share of tough weather. So when a raging, swirling blizzard shuts down the ranch and Hank is stranded out at Slim’s cabin, he isn’t fazed one bit. At least, not until a phone call from the ranch house brings an emergency directive: someone’s got to deliver Slim’s cough medicine to Baby Molly. When Slim’s truck gets stuck in a snowdrift, it’s up to Hank to save the day. But a blinding blizzard is no place for a dog, even one as tough as Hank…
Rip and Snort sing “We Don’t Give a Hoot” and Hank does a touching ballad called “Oh Flee, My Love”

[17]

The Case of the Car-Barkaholic Dog
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 17
Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-11-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
How do you spell trouble? R-A-M-B-O.
After a brilliant use of the Syruptishus Loaderation maneuver, Hank the Cowdog wins himself a free ride into town. But when the ticket turns out to be one-way, the trouble begins for the head of ranch security.

It seems that Hank’s beloved sister and her children are the target of malicious threats from the neighborhood bully, a Great Dane named Rambo. Honor-bound to defend his family, Hank devises an ingenious plan to ensnare the enemy. But will he sacrifice his own hide in the process?

You’ll hear two original songs in this story: “The Chicken Bone Blues” and “Hymn to the Home”.

[18]

The Case of the Hooking Bull
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 18
Length: 2 hrs and 26 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-13-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Olé…oh no! When Sally May and Loper head out of town for a wedding, Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, knows it’s up to him to keep things under control. After subjecting strawberry ice cream to rigorous product testing, test-driving a mysterious spaceship, and thwarting a sneak attack from a couch monster, Hank faces the fight of his life. A vicious hooking bull is terrorizing the north pasture, and he doesn’t take orders from cowboys or cowdogs. In fact, he delights in thrashing them. Can Hank and Slim prevail in the face of overwhelming odds?
Hear two original songs - “Just Another Cowboy Day” and “Family Fugue”.

[19]

The Case of the Midnight Rustler
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 19
Length: 2 hrs and 16 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-16-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Stakeout in the canyon. Someone has been stealing calves from Uncle Johnny’s pasture, and it’s up to Hank and Slim to put a stop to it. In the hopes of catching the “crinimals” in the act, they set up camp in the field just north of the canyon. But the stakeout isn’t all fun and games. Before the rustlers even make an appearance, Hank must overcome the poisoned weenies, weather a run-in with a larger-than life guard dog, and survive a tussle with the dreaded coyote brothers. But despite all the distraction, when the time comes to nab the calf-snitchers, everyone’s favorite Head of Ranch Security is there to do the job.
Hear two songs - “See the Morning Sun Ascending” and “Alas and Alack”.

[20]

The Phantom in the Mirror
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 20
Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-19-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Mirror, mirror, on the wall…. After Pete the Barncat starts a rumor about a Phantom Dog in the machine shed, Hank the Cowdog - the head of ranch security - decides that he better check it out. And sure enough, when Hank takes a peek into the shadows, he sees the meanest, toughest, stupidest dog he’s ever seen.
Hank tries all of his tricks to outwit the Phantom in the Mirror - but each time, the phantom dog matches him step for step. Hank’s got to find a way to rid the ranch of this uninvited visitor. But how?

Two new songs: “Poor Me” and “Gloria”.

[21]

The Case of the Vampire Cat
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 21
Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-01-12
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Hank encounters the weirdest cat he’s ever seen when he, Slim, Drover, and Little Alfred head over to the Hodge’s place to feed the cattle. Hank gets bumped out of the back of the Cammo-Stealth army truck. Mary D. Cat is the only one around to help keep Rip and Snort at bay. Will Slim realize Hank is missing in action? Is Mary D. Cat really a vampire? Or could it be - gulp - that she’s a good cat after all?

[22]

The Case of the Double Bumblebee Sting
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 22
Length: 2 hrs and 13 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-22-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
The nose knows…. When Hank the Cowdog sticks his nose where it doesn’t belong - into an old pipe behind the machine shed - he gets more than he bargained for. Before he can say “boy howdy”, Hank gets a nip that sets his eyes a-watering and his snout a-throbbing.
Hank is sure that he’s the unlucky recipient of a dreaded double bumblebee sting. But when his snout swells up and he starts feeling woozy, it seems as though it might be something much worse. No matter what, Hank’s gonna need some help to survive - or his days as Head of Ranch Security will be over forever.

New songs include “I Was Bitten on the Nose by a Rattlesnake” and “Eating Bugs Is Lots of Fun”.

[23]

Moonlight Madness
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 23
Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-22-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
There’s a new kid on the ranch. Hank the Cowdog could have told Slim that bringing an orphaned raccoon back to the ranch was not the best idea. But since Slim never pays any attention to Hank, Loper, and Sally May soon find themselves housing an adolescent coon with a mischievous streak a mile wide.
As the head of ranch security, Hank’s got to keep an eye on Eddy the Rac. So when Eddy starts claiming “Moonlight Madness” - a crazed restlessness brought on by the light of the moon - it’s up to Hank to find a way to keep him from getting into trouble. The only problem is, whenever Hank tries to stop Eddy, he’s the one who ends up in hot water!
New songs are “Cowboys Transfusion” and “Free the Cookies”.

[24]

The Case of the Black Hooded Hangmans
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 24
Length: 2 hrs and 10 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-27-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
There’s magic and mayhem on the ranch. Tired of his reputation as a con artist, Eddy the Rac sets out to prove that he’s really a master magician. But the trick’s on Hank when Eddy pulls a disappearing act - and leaves the head of ranch security perched in the henhouse with egg on his face.
A search for the fugitive coon leads Hank, along with Drover and Little Alfred, to a spooky abandoned house where the dreaded Black-Hooded Hangmans lurk. Can Hank find a way to protect his comrades from these creepy creatures - and save his own tail in the process?

Hear Hank sing “What Good is a Flea or a Fly” and “When She’s Angry”. Also hear Hank, Drover, Eddy, and Little Alfred render a rousing rendition of “Famous Heroes’ Battle Marching Song”.

[25]

The Case of the Swirling Killer Tornado
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 25
Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-27-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Ka-boom! Awakened by an attack from an invisible enemy, Hank the Cowdog knows that there’s only one thing for him to do - get inside the house and make sure that his family is safe. But when he arrives, Hank learns that the house is in the path of a swirling killer tornado! Even worse, the family has rushed into the storm cellar - leaving Hank and Drover trapped inside the house. Will they be able to get out before it’s too late?
Drover makes his singing debut with “Never Ever Bark at a Funnel-Shaped Cloud”.

[26]

The Case of the Kidnapped Collie
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 26
Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-08-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
It’s a dark day for Hank the Cowdog. First, Loper invites Hank’s archenemy, Plato the Bird Dog, over for some quail hunting on the ranch. Then Beulah, the collie of Hank’s dreams, snubs him in favor of watching Plato in action. But when Beulah finds herself caught in the clutches of a ruthless cannibal, Hank knows there’s only one dog tough enough to save her…and it isn’t a bird dog.

[27]

The Case of the Night Stalking Bone Monster
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 27
Length: 2 hrs and 19 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-07-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Jackpot! Hank is the happiest cowdog in the universe when scraptime leaves him with not one but three juicy T-bones. But before Hank has a chance to enjoy his treasure, they disappear! It can only mean one thing - there’s a dreaded Bone Monster loose on the ranch. Can Hank put a stop to this devious creature - or will he lose his precious T-bones forever?
Songs include “Drover’s Wake-up Song” and “I’d Like to Be Your Pal”, which Hank sings to Miss Scamper.

[28]

The Mopwater Files
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 28
Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-08-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
R-u-f-u-s spells trouble. Rufus the Doberman Pinscher has come to the ranch, and he’s harassing the girl of Hank’s dreams - the beautiful Miss Beulah the Collie. Meanwhile, Hank is suffering a serious case of mopwater poisoning. In his weakened condition, he enlists the help of that crafty little owl, Madame Moonshine. But before he knows it, Madame Moonshine is trapped in Rufus’ clutches. Can Hank find a way to overcome the deadly poison and save the day?
Hank sings “The Mopwater Song” and Rip and Snort sing “We’re Proud to be Ignoramuses”.

[29]

The Case of the Vampire Vacuum Sweeper
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 29
Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-10-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Cattle call. A gang of marauding dogs is threatening the calf population on the ranch, and Hank knows that it’s up to the Head of Ranch Security to do something about it.
But instead of being outside, where he can fight off the fiends, Hank is trapped inside - at the mercy of Slim and his dreaded vampire sweeper!

Will Hank be able to save the cattle?

Hank and Drover sing “Freezing on the Porch,” and Hank sings “The Porcupine Blues.”

[30]

The Case of the Haystack Kitties
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 30
Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-10-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Cat ranch or cattle ranch? Hank the Cowdog doesn’t like cats. Not one bit. So when a mother cat and her kittens take up residence in the haystack, he does all he can to get them to leave. But they’ve got nowhere to go.
Unfortunately, neither does the gigantic bull who has knocked down the fence - and is headed right for the haystack! Hank knows that it’s up to him to run that bull off and keep the ranch safe for everyone…even if that includes a bunch of cats.
Hear two new songs, “Slim’s Boring Song” and “Kitties Will Grow into Cats.”

[31]

The Case of the Vanishing Fishhook
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 31
Length: 2 hrs and 34 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-11-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Something fishy is going on! Even after an exhausting morning defending the ranch against a vicious one-eyed robot, Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, still has energy left to supervise Little Alfred’s fishing trip. But what starts as a routine expedition turns into a first-class crisis when Hank reels in more than he bargained for. A fishhook finds its way into Hank’s stomach, which is bad news indeed. Is there hope for Hank, or is this curtains for our hero?
Sally May sings “Sally May’s Lament”, and Hank manages to croon “I Will Never Eat Another Fishhook”.

[32]

The Case of the Garbage Monster from Outer Space
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 32
Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-11-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Heaps of trouble. Someone has been raiding Sally May’s garbage barrels! Hank knows the crime is the work of a notorious gang of raccoons, but in a tragic case of mistaken identity, the Head of Ranch Security is himself forced to take the heat. More trouble lies ahead. Rip and Snort, the good-for-nothing coyote brothers, are planning to pull an even bigger job. Not only is Hank powerless to stop them, he’s compelled to fight on the side of evil - and comes face to face with terrifying forces!
Rip and Snort sing “Oh Boy!” and Hank sings “If I’d Been Your Ma”.

[33]

The Case of the Measled Cowboy
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 33
Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-11-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Forecast for disaster. When Sally May and Loper head off to visit the relatives, leaving Slim in charge of Little Alfred, Hank knows that trouble is sure to come knocking. But not even the Head of Ranch Security could have predicted what would happen. First, Slimis struck down with the measles. Then a blizzard hits the ranch, trapping them in the house with no heat or electricity. Somehow, Hank’s got to find a way to get them out of this mess…before they’re snowed in for good!
Hank, Drover, and Alfred join to sing “We’ll Never Pull This Stunt Again”.

[34]

Slim’s Good-bye
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 34
Length: 2 hrs and 48 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-17-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Farewell, ranch life…
Things are not looking good for the ranch. So when Loper heads into town to negotiate with the banker, Slim hits the road in search of a new home.

Meanwhile, Hank and his faithful sidekick Drover hitch a ride in the back of Slim’s pickup. Before long, they come to a stop in an unfamiliar town. And when Slim lands himself a new job, Hank finds that he’s no longer the Head of Ranch Security, but the Head of Chicken House Security. Hank knows that this new life is for the birds…but will he ever see the ranch again?

Hank and Drover sing “We’re Freezing Our Tails”, and Slim sings his “Song of the Road”.

[35]

The Case of the Saddle House Robbery
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 35
Length: 2 hrs and 43 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-17-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Magadaster…Megablaster…Madagascar…Whatever!
There’s a new dog on the ranch, and Hank the Cowdog is none too thrilled about it. He’s supposed to keep an eye on Jake until his owner shows up, but Jake’s got other plans. He has to get to Madagascar before someone makes off with his treasure!

As if Hank doesn’t have enough to worry about, there’s a saddle thief on the loose. Is Jake in cahoots with the robber? Are there really monkeys under the toolshed?

Rip and Snort sing “The Coyote Howl-Up-The Sun Song”, and Hank belts out “I’m Trapped In Madagascar”.

[36]

The Case of the Raging Rottweiler
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 36
Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-17-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Dangerous dog or scaredy-cat? The ranch is in the grip of a sweltering summer heat wave, and to make matters worse, Bruiser the Rottweiler is on the loose. First Bruiser attacks a defenseless fawn, then he threatens to come after Hank the Cowdog, the Head of Ranch Security!
It’s rumored that Bruiser is all talk and no action, but when Hank gets a look at the rottweiler’s sharp teeth and giant body, he’s not sure what to think. Can Hank put this crazy canine in his place? Or are our hero’s dog days numbered?

Hank and Drover sing “Let Us in the House Song”; Drover sings “It’s Not Smart To Show Your Hiney to a Bear”.

[37]

The Case of the Deadly Ha-Ha Game
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 37
Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-17-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
It’s no laughing matter. On a tip from Pete the Barncat, Hank the Cowdog and his faithful second-in-command, Drover, go in search of the fabled pot of chicken at the end of the rainbow. But before they can find it, Rip and Snort find them. There’s only one way out - Hank challenges the coyote brothers to the Deadly Ha-Ha Game.
Winning the game demands iron will and steely determination. Does the Head of Ranch Security have what it takes to win, or will he die laughing?
Hank tries to teach Drover a lesson by singing him the song “Be a Winner”.

[38]

The Fling
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 38
Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-14-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
“Sometimes I take an opportunity to say good-bye to the cattle and wish them a safe journey. “Well, good-bye, you morons. It was nice having you here at the ranch, but it’ll be even nicer having you gone. You ate all our grass and taking care of you was a pain in the neck. Good-bye, good riddance, and don’t ever come back.”
Something like that. Just a few words, heh heh, to let them know…SLAM! Huh? Someone had…the driver had shut the…Hey! Open the door! Wait a minute, there’d been a big…

“I felt the truck moving. I barked the alarm but the stupid steers were bawling and carrying on, and nobody heard me. We gathered speed. We were moving past the house. I could see Sally May out in her yard. Little Alfred was standing beside her. They waved good-bye to the driver. Hey! Help! I was trapped!”
Hear two new songs, “The Fling Song” and “Buzzard Chant”.

[39]

The Secret Laundry Monster Files
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 39
Length: 2 hrs and 32 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-25-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
A strange flapping noise in the night….
When Hank the Cowdog hears suspicious sounds coming from near Sally May’s clothesline, it leads to a midnight investigation of the ranch. Before he knows it, Hank finds himself caught up with his old friend Eddy the Rac - and face-to-face with one of a dog’s greatest enemies: the dreaded Laundry Monster!

Could this mean the end of everyone’s favorite Head of Ranch Security? Or is it just Eddy the Rac up to his old tricks? One thing’s for sure, Hank will keep readers laughing out loud in this latest hilarious adventure.

Hear a rooster crow up the sun in “Thus Spake J.T. Cluck”, and Hank sings, “Trudy, Trudy, What a Beauty!”

[40]

The Case of the Missing Bird Dog
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 40
Length: 2 hrs and 36 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-25-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Will Hank rescue the dog of Beulah’s dreams?
It’s the first day of quail season, and Plato the Bird Dog is missing. At first, Hank is willing to let him stay lost. But when Beulah pleads for help, Hank caves in and takes off in search of Plato. Before he can catch a scent of spotted bird-dog, he finds himself face-to-face with an angry mother hog and her litter. Can Hank’s quick wits help him out of this fix? Or will he become hogmeat?
Slim sings “Hunting for Bird Dogs” and “Jerky Symphony in Nothing Flat”.

[41]

The Case of the Shipwrecked Tree
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 41
Length: 2 hrs and 26 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-04-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
A pirate on the ranch!?
Hank the Cowdog and his trusty partner, Drover, are just beginning their latest investigation when a pirate suddenly appears on the front porch! Has the ranch really been set upon by one-legged men of the sea? Hank and Drover soon realize that the pirate is just Little Alfred in disguise. And who else would Little Alfred choose as his first mate but Hank? After he enthusiastically agrees to be hoisted up into the tree-house pirate ship, Hank suddenly remembers - dogs don’t belong in trees! Can the Head of Ranch Security come up with a way to survive his adventure on the high seas and return to shore in one piece?
Hear Hank sing “The Turkey Song” and “You Have to Grow Up, Boys”.

[42]

The Case of the Burrowing Robot
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 42
Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-04-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
The garden’s been invaded! No sooner has Sally May finished planting her vegetable garden when some kind of unearthly being decides to burrow in the neatly planted rows of tomatoes and peppers. It looks like a job for the Head of Ranch Security, so Hank sets straight to work trying to dig the space monster robot out of its hole. But when Slim, Loper, and Sally May catch Hank in the ruined garden they place all the blame on him. Ashamed, Hank does the only thing he can think of and hits the road. As he begins his exile he runs into an old friend, Madame Moonshine. Will she be able to help Hank clear his good name?
Hear Hank sing “The Sharing of Pain” and Madame Moonshine performs “The Song of the Third Test of Truth”.

[43]

The Case of the Twisted Kitty
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 43
Length: 2 hrs and 52 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-04-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Sneaky Pete?
It’s winter in the Texas Panhandle, and the ranch is covered in snow and ice. So when Sally May sets off for town, Hank decides to follow Pete the Barncat’s advice and bravely escorts her car down the slick road. Before Hank realizes what’s happening, Sally May’s car skids into a snowdrift - and she is angrier than ever! And who does she blame but Hank! Is this just another stroke of bad luck for poor old Hank - or is it a malicious plot laid by his arch nemesis, Pete?

Hank sings a song about Pete called “I’ve Had It Up to Here”, and Sally May wonders “What Is a Woman to Do?”.

[44]

The Dungeon of Doom
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 44
Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-07-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Cruel and unusual punishment! As Head of Ranch Security, Hank knows that it’s his job to clear the ranch of all intruders - and that includes gophers. But when Hank’s efforts to rid the yard of one such critter causes a stampede in the middle of the cattle round-up, Loper decides that he just can’t take it any more. He wants Hank to learn some manners, so he’s sending him to - gulp! - obedience school.
To Hank, this sounds like torture, complete with dank dungeons, torches burning on the walls, and menacing instructors who wield etiquette like weapons. How will he ever survive?
Hank wonders “Where Were We?” and Slim sings “Hank’s Going to School”.

[45]

The Case of the Falling Sky
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 45
Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-08-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
The sky is falling…or is it?
When Hank hears a rumor that the sky is going to fall from the ranch’s resident rooster, he is naturally a bit skeptical. But then a report from Pete the Barncat and a strange dream seem to support the theory, and Hank realizes that he’d better take the threat seriously. After all, as Head of Ranch Security, it’s his job to protect the ranch from any and all potential danger.

So Hank decides that he’ll do whatever it takes to prevent the sky from falling on his beloved ranch. Even if it means getting into trouble with Sally May (again).
Hear hank sing about “Sally May’s Broom” and the “Hiccup Tango” song.

[46]

The Case of the Tricky Trap
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 46
Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-08-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Someone has been stealing feed out of the feed shed, and Hank knows that it’s his job to do whatever he can do to help nab the culprit. So when Slim sets a live-animal trap in the shed, Hank takes it upon himself to check it in the middle of the night. Unfortunately, the trap is a little trickier than Hank anticipated, and in the process of his investigation, Hank manages to get himself…well…trapped.
Can Hank find a way out of this sticky situation? Or could it mean the embarrassing end for the Head of Ranch Security?
Hear Wallace the Buzzard sing “Don’t Ever Step in a Trap”, and Hank contemplates “The Heavy Moral Decision Song”.

[47]

The Case of the Tender Cheeping Chickies
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 47
Length: 2 hrs and 42 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-08-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Fowl play!
Hank runs into a dispute with a giant bullfrog over the Emerald Pond. Then, there’s a battle with a…well, let’s just say a monster. It’s too scary to even tell what kind of monster it is!

However, things get really tough when Hank is entrusted with the job of guarding Little Alfred’s soon-to-be prize winning chicks. They’re cute, but they also look delicious! Will Hank be able to put aside his doggie instincts for the sake of a job well done? Or will his appetite finally get the best of him?
Hear Hank sing two new songs: “Temptation” and “Guarding the Chickies”.

[48]

The Case of the Monkey Burglar
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 48
Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-07-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Monkeying around….
With Sally May taking the family on a vacation, there’s never a dull moment on the ranch with Hank the Cowdog around. In this adventure, Hank learns about a tool thief on the loose who uses a monkey to help him do his dirty work. And before long, Hank finds himself face-to-face with the pilfering primate! Can Hank help to stop the criminals in their tracks, or will the crooks make a monkey out of the Head of Ranch Security?

Hank answers a challenge and creates the spectacular “The Impossible Chrysanthemum Song”, and Slim performs his “Nap Time on the Prairie” song for Hank and Drover.

[49]

The Case of the Booby-Trapped Pickup
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 49
Length: 2 hrs and 30 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-13-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Tricked-up pickup! Hank the Cowdog is about to go on the ride of his life! When the old pickup truck breaks down, Slim ends up with a brand-new model on loan while the old one gets fixed.
But Hank is used to the simple life on the ranch and doesn’t know what to do when faced with power windows and door locks. With just one accidental push of a button, Hank manages to get himself into a whole heap of trouble!

Will Hank be able to find a way out of this latest mess, or will a high-tech truck be the end of him?
Hear Hank sing “I Lost My Pal in a Pile of Dough” and “Walking with My Honey”.

[50]

The Case of the Most Ancient Bone
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 50
Length: 4 hrs and 44 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-13-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Digging up trouble…Hank the Cowdog is on the case in his 50th mystery, and it’s an extra long, laugh-out-loud adventure! When Hank gets invited - that is, invites himself - on an archaeological dig, all he can think about is impressing the head scientist’s beautiful lady dog.
But Hank’s heart isn’t the only thing that’s about to get stolen! Can the Head of Ranch Security save an ancient buffalo bone from thieves who want to devour the precious artifact and have Hank for dessert?

Hear Hank and Little Alfred sing “The Lemonade Song”. And while broiling in the summer heat, Hank sings “I’m Burning Up!” This landmark audio is a must-have for all Hank fans!

[51]

The Case of the Blazing Sky
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 51
Length: 2 hrs and 34 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 09-25-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
The heat is on!
It’s summertime, and the weather on Hank’s West Texas ranch is hot and dry. So dry, in fact, that everyone is on the lookout for prairie fires. So Hank bravely adds the title of Head of Fire Safety to his already impressive list of responsibilities and gets to work.

But patrolling for fires is dull, and it’s hard to do on an empty stomach. Despite the distractions - desperate hunger, a cruel trick at the hands of Pete the Barncat - Hank somehow manages to stay focused on the job at hand. And it’s a good thing he does, because sure enough, things on the ranch start to heat up!
Hank sings a song about “Chickens”, and later he follows the sound of buzzards, singing, “Call in the Dogs, Put Out the Fire”.

[52]

The Quest for the Great White Quail
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 52
Length: 2 hrs and 25 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 09-25-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
A damsel in distress….
Hank couldn’t be more thrilled when Beulah the Collie comes to the ranch looking for help. It turns out her beau, Plato the Bird Dog, has wandered off in search of the elusive Great White Quail. With Plato out of the picture, Hank is convinced that he’ll finally be able to win Beulah’s affections. So he takes up the mission, hoping to score some points with his beloved. But when his search turns up some very unexpected results, Hank’s got to forget winning Beulah’s heart and worry about saving his hide!
Plato the Bird Dog sings “The Sunbeam Song”, and there’s a song about “Chewing Plastic” in this hilarious adventure for the whole family.

[53]

Drover’s Secret Life
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 53
Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 10-08-10
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Everyone loves Drover, Hank’s trusty sidekick. But have you ever wondered what the little, white, stub-tailed dog’s life was like before he came to the ranch? Well, it’s all here, in Drover’s own words. Scratching his story out in the dirt on the machine shed floor, Drover comes clean about his secret life - from his early days as runt of the litter, to his frustrating search for a job, to his ultimate position as Hank’s right-paw man.

Drover’s story is a must-hear for all fans of the long-running Hank the Cowdog series. Hear Drover sing “I Have No Ambition”, and find out if Boris the Bat’s “You Need a Dream” provides any inspiration for Drover in this hilarious adventure for the entire family.

[54]

The Case of the Dinosaur Birds
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 54
Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 10-08-10
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
It’s scrap day on the ranch, and Hank is looking forward to a delicious feast of juicy, fatty bacon scraps. But just as Little Alfred is doling out the goods, two very unusual-looking creatures fly overhead, and what was promising to be a glorious day takes a dramatic turn for the worse. Suddenly the scraps have vanished, and the Head of Ranch Security finds himself dealing with an invasion by a couple of ancient dinosaur birds! Can Hank get to the bottom of this latest mystery…before it’s too late? Hank and Drover sing “Why Does a Pelican Look So Bizarre?” and Rip and Snort belt out “Cannibal Trash” in this hilarious adventure for the whole family.

[55]

The Case of the Secret Weapon
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 55
Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 10-08-10
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
There’s a burglar on the loose, and he’s robbing houses with the help of a supersneaky, super-stinky, secret weapon. When this character comes sniffing around Slim’s bachelor shack, Hank the Cowdog heads right into action. But does Hank have what it takes to save the day even after getting caught in the spray of some very unsavory artillery? Slim sings “Sitting on the Porch in My Shorts”, and there’s a toe-tapping instrumental song called “Wild Plum Jelly” in this hilarious adventure for the whole family.

[56]

The Case of the Coyote Invasion
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 56
Length: 2 hrs and 29 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 10-08-10
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
Hank the Cowdog is in hot water with Sally May - again! But, before Hank has a chance to convince her how sorry he is, he learns the ranch is being targeted for a major invasion from his arch-enemies the coyotes. Does Hank have what it takes to save his reputation, protect the ranch, and make things right with Sally May? Hank sings about his dog food in “Eating Doesn’t Have to Be Fun”, and Hank stops in his tracks when he hears “The Coyote Chicken Chant”.

[57]

The Disappearance of Drover
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 57
Length: 2 hrs and 25 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-20-11
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Hank and Drover have just hitched an accidental ride into town in the back of Slim’s pickup, and boy, are they excited! But the excitement turns to drama when Drover mysteriously disappears! Can Hank track down his faithful sidekick before it’s time for Slim to head back to the ranch? Or is he off on a wild goose chase?
A cowboy cook sings Hank a song with a lesson in it called “Ed and the Cheese,” and Hank sings “The Low-down Dogpound Blues” about his tragic life to Ralph.

[58]

The Case of the Mysterious Voice
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 58
Length: 2 hrs and 32 mins
Abridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-26-12
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
When a funny turn of events brings a parrot to the ranch, Hank is not worried. After all, what harm can one copycat bird do? So he decides to go about his business. The only problem is, Loper and Sally May don’t seem to appreciate his heeding their requests to bark louder and dig up the flowers. What’s really going on here? Hank’s not sure, but he’s determined to find out! Picknickers sing “Because Thy Loving Kindness,” and Drover sings a little number called “There Once Was a Doggie”.

[59]

The Case of the Perfect Dog
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 59
Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
Abridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-13-12
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Hank is helping the cowboys with the dangerous mission of rounding up a very angry bull when a strange twist of events brings a yellow Labrador onto the scene. The entire ranch quickly becomes enamored with this new addition to the ranch’s Security Division. Who wouldn’t love a good-natured dog who strikes fear into the hearts of angry bovines, wears a big sloppy grin all day, and adores the ranch kids? Where will Hank fit in now that there is a Perfect Dog on the scene? Hank sings a little thing called “Happy Dog”, and the yellow Labrador sings his story in “Happy’s Confession”.

[60]

The Big Question
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 60
Length: 2 hrs and 36 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 11-02-12
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Loper and Sally May have left Slim to manage the ranch while they go off to visit the relatives for the holidays. But just when it begins to look like another boring bachelor Christmas with Slim, a storm blows in and the electric fence separating a herd of steer from the highway shorts out. Now, it’s up to Slim, Viola, and the ranch’s Security Division to jump into action!

Things take a surprising twist when Slim comes down with a burning fever in the middle of the operation, but nobody, and especially not Miss Viola could have been ready for the even bigger surprise that transpires on the way to the hospital! Slim sings a song about cowboy cooking called “Maters and Taters” and Hank sings about “Christmas Cookies”.

[61]

The Case of the Prowling Bear
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 61
Length: 2 hrs and 32 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-30-13
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Loper and Sally May have left Slim to manage the ranch while they go off to visit the relatives for the holidays. But, just when it begins to look like another boring bachelor Christmas with Slim, a storm blows in and the electric fence seperating a herd of steer from the highway shorts out. Now, it’s up to Slim, Viola, and the ranch’s security division to jump into action!

Things take a surprising twist when Slim comes down with a burning fever in the middle of the operation, but nobody, and especially not Miss Viola could have been ready for the even bigger surprise that transpires on the way to the hospital! Slim sings a song about cowboy cooking called “Maters and Taters”, and Hank sings about “Christmas Cookies”.

[62]

The Ghost of Rabbits Past
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 62
Length: 2 hrs and 24 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 12-05-13
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Talk about a rude awakening! Things go from bad to worse when Hank and Drover wake up in the wee hours of the morning to a full-fledged invasion of the ranch. It’s the coyotes, and they’re set on making a take-out dinner out of the resident cat, Pete. But, when Hank does Pete a favor and prepares to join him in what promises to be the next great Battle of the Alamo, things take an even more unexpected turn. The coyotes catch sight of Drover and decide to kidnap him instead! In the blink of an eye, little Drover is taken prisoner, and that means that Hank only has one day to figure out how to get him back before the coyotes make Drover their meal. Can Hank manage to get Slim to understand the situation, or will he have to go it alone? Or, will he get help from a very unexpected ally?

[63]

The Return of the Charlie Monsters
Hank the Cowdog, Book 63
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 63
Length: 2 hrs and 34 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 05-30-14
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
In this exciting case, Hank falls victim to a series of sneaky schemes: first, a Turkey Debacle endangers his relationship with Sally May, then, a case of poisoning puts him at death’s doornail, and finally, a disastrous ride to town almost finishes him off. As each terrible event takes its toll on his reputation - not to mention his dignity - Hank begins to notice a pattern. Could it be that an evil mastermind is behind these plots? As the pieces of the puzzle fall into place, Hank narrows down the pool of suspects and finds himself drawn into a deep, dark conspiracy orchestrated by his mortal enemy - or is it mortal enemies?

[64]

The Case of the Three Rings
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 64
Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 02-19-15
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
In this exciting case, Hank falls victim to a series of sneaky schemes. First a turkey debacle endangers his relationship with Sally May, then a case of poisoning puts him at death’s doornail, and finally a disastrous ride to town almost finishes him off. As each terrible event takes its toll on his reputation - not to mention his dignity - Hank begins to notice a pattern. Could it be that an evil mastermind is behind these plots?

As the pieces of the puzzle fall into place, Hank narrows down the pool of suspects and finds himself drawn into a deep, dark conspiracy orchestrated by his mortal enemy…or is it mortal enemies? Drover (?) sings “Joe Fred, the Grasshopper”, and Slim sings the educational “Don’t Haul a Sick Dog in the Back of Your Car”.

[65]

The Almost Last Roundup
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 65
Length: 2 hrs and 30 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 03-16-15
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Hank the cowdog has seen dry summers in his years as the head of ranch security, but nobody on the ranch has seen a drought like this one! Ponds have dried up, the creek is down to a trickle, pastures have turned to burned toast, and the cows are kicking up clouds of dust. Then, to top it all off, Pete the barncat hatches a dastardly plot to ruin Loper’s birthday cake!

The last thing the cowboys need is a prairie fire, but that’s what they get, and it begins to look like the next roundup might be their last. What the ranch really needs is a good rain to bring back the grass…and Loper’s good mood! Hank and Drover team up to sing both the “Drought Song” and, following an “accident” in Slim’s truck, “We Feel So Ashamed.”

[66]

The Christmas Turkey Disaster
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 66
Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 10-16-15
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Hank is in real trouble this time. Loper and Sally May’s relatives are coming for Christmas dinner, and Sally May has been working to get the entire ranch in order - including preparing for the Christmas feast. Unfortunately, when she discovers that the turkey she bought has met a terrible end, she pins the blame on Hank! Is he the guilty party, or have more sinister forces been at work to frame him for the crime?

Later that day things seem to be looking up - that is until the replacement Christmas turkey flies the coop, too, landing Hank in even deeper trouble! Can an act of true heroism right the terrible wrong and salvage Hank’s reputation, or is he doomed to spend the rest of his doggie days in exile? Slim belts out “Good-bye to the Turkey, Hello Tuna Fish”.

[67]

Wagons West
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 02-07-18
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
It’s early springtime on the ranch, and Hank is going through the usual motions of making sure that a warm spring arrives safely: singing songs about it, barking faithfully each morning, and helping the cowboys with their work around the ranch.

However, in the midst of a particularly hard day’s nap, he receives a report that his little birdy friend, Madame Moonshine, is in danger of being eaten by Pete the Barncat! Naturally, Hank springs into action to save her, but a misstep brings the wrath of Sally May down on his head, and Hank must flee the scene of the rescue and travel west on the Oregon Trail with Little Alfred.

Later, when a freak storm causes the creek to rise, stranding Little Alfred far from the house, Hank must rely on his instincts and clever wits and perhaps a little help from Madame Mooshine to keep them both safe and get Alfred back to his mother!

[68]

The Secret Pledge
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Length: 2 hrs and 26 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 02-07-18
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Of all the mysteries Hank has faced in his illustrious career as the head of ranch security, the only one that still has him truly stumped is the key to unlocking Miss Beulah’s heart. Why on earth would she go for a bird-brained bird dog when a specimen like Hank stands ready to sweep her off her feet? Could there be more to this problem than meets the eye?

When Plato wanders off Billy’s ranch and Beulah discovers he’s lost, she tries to enlist Hank’s help to rescue him, and this presents Hank with a real moral dilemma: Will he help find his rival, or will he leave Plato to face the dangers of coyote country by nightfall alone?

[69]

The Case of the Wandering Goats
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Length: 2 hrs and 22 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 03-19-18
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
It’s all fun and games until someone loses a goat….

When Deputy Kile calls in a favor and recruits Slim to help him round up some escaped goats that have made their way onto the ranch, a hilarious rodeo ensues!

[70]

The Case of the Troublesome Lady
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Length: 2 hrs and 22 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 02-06-18
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
On a blustery day in late fall, Hank sneaks into the back of Slim’s pickup and finds himself at a neighboring rancher’s fall branding…the very neighbor, in fact, who owns the gorgeous Miss Scamper the Beagle!

Unfortunately, Miss Scamper has always been a little hard to figure out, and he can’t decide if she’s crazy about him…or just plain crazy. And, as the day unfolds, it even begins to look like she’s angling to land him in a heap of trouble with her pit bull boyfriend, Steel!

[71]

The Case of the Monster Fire
Hank the Cowdog, Book 71
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog, Book 71
Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-11-18
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
After his many years as a typical bachelor cowboy, Slim Chance is convinced - against his will - that he needs to build his own herd of cattle and invest in the future. But, just about the time his new herd is calved-out and his investment is beginning to look promising, the dry and windy weather conditions put the entire county on high alert for fire danger.

Hank is sure he and Slim can defend the ranch against anything that comes their way…that is, until they come face-to-face with a wildfire unlike any grass fire they’ve seen before.

Will they be able to get the cattle to safety in time?

You won’t want to miss this hair-raising and heart-warming tale of cowboy bravery, true heroism, and the blessings of friends and community! In this adventure, hear Drover’s hilarious little “Marsh Berries” song, as well as a touching tribute to fire victims that Viola hears on the radio, “Together in This”, sung by guest artist Comanche Moon.

[72]

The Case of the Three-Toed Sloth
Not in audible format

[A1]

The Homeless Pooch
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog
Length: 1 hr and 59 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-20-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
It all starts with Hank the puppy enjoying his family’s backyard home. Feathers start to fly when Hank defends his backyard against invading…phantom ducks?
Hank’s mother says it’s a good time for him to go out on his own before the dogcatcher arrives. So Hank makes his way to the Twitchell Livestock Auction. Will he join up with Slim, the cowboy he meets there? Or will the dogcatcher provide his new home?

[A2]

The Watermelon Patch Mystery
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog
Length: 1 hr and 13 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-20-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
When Hank is attacked by a Headless Cowboy, he knows it’s going to be a tough day defending the ranch! But when Slim discovers Sally May’s watermelon patch has been raided by raccoons, things get serious. Slim, Drover, and Hank are entrusted with the job of a nighttime stakeout to catch the raccoons in the act. Will Hank save the day? Or will busted watermelons prove Hank is a bust as the Head of Ranch Security?

[A3]

The Kitty Cheater
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog
Length: 1 hr and 13 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 08-21-08
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
To cheat or not to cheat? That is just one of the questions to be answered on the ranch! While interrogating J. T. Cluck, will Hank be able to figure out what scary creatures are planning an attack on the ranch? After Hank lures Pete the Barncat into making a foolish bet for scraps, would Pete try to cheat the Head of Ranch Security? Will truth and justice win in the end?

[A4]

The Runaway Windmill
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog
Length: 1 hr and 17 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-26-12
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc

Publisher’s Summary
When an enemy spy disguised as a chicken sneaks on the ranch, it’s going to be a wild day for Hank. Will Hank be able to protect the ranch and some newfound valuables of his? But Hank’s biggest challenge will be whether he and Drover can lead a rescue to save Slim from his ride on a runaway windmill!

[A5]

The Cookie Moon
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog
Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 01-26-09
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Publisher’s Summary
When Hank makes the mistake of asking Drover what he’s doing, Drover reveals his observation that the moon looks like a cookie! After some highly scientific discussion and calculations, Hank and Drover agree that the moon is a cookie, not swiss chesse. And, when Loper sets down Sally May’s picnic basket, which contains some oatmeal raisin cookies, the plot thickens, and Hank realizes the cookie moon was a sign that he should…you’ll never guess what! Hank and Drover end it all by singing a funny song, “It Doesn’t Make Sense.”

[A6]

The Dancing Cowboy
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog
Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 10-08-10
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
Sally May is planning to host a dance in her yard and launches a major Spring Cleaning Offensive! When a grumbling Slim is drafted to haul trash to the burn barrel, Hank decides it might be a good idea to keep an eye on him. He was right! Later, Miss Viola’s pickup breaks down in front of Slim’s house, and she needs Slim’s expert help as a mechanic. Will the bachelor cowboy take the opportunity to ask her to the dance or will the Head of Ranch Security have to take her to the dance? Miss Viola sings “Silly Old Maid.”

[A7]

The Valentine’s Day Robbery
Hank the Cowdog
By: John R. Erickson
Narrated by: John R. Erickson
Series: Hank the Cowdog
Length: 1 hr and 18 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 06-20-11
Language: English
Publisher: Maverick Books, Inc.

Publisher’s Summary
It’s Valentine’s Day on the ranch but bachelor-cowboy Slim Chance doesn’t know it. Sally May tells him to forget about the cows and “Go to town and buy a nice gift for Miss Viola!” Slim hates to shop, but he goes to town (with the dogs, of course) and buys a nice box of candy for Miss Viola. But on the way to Viola’s house, Hank and Drover take an interest in the candy and…will there be a Happy Valentine’s Day on the ranch? Slim sings a bachelor’s opinion in his “Valentine’s Song.”

**Dedicated to Mick**