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Say 'howdy' to two unique Western writers

Chris Laughery

Put on your spurs and a ten-gallon hat to enjoy these interviews with "Longmire" author Craig Johnson and prairie poet Bruce Roseland.

The man behind Walt Longmire
Craig Johnson may be from Wyoming, but his long-running "Longmire" book series has a South Dakota feel. Meet Johnson and his famous sheriff.

Watch the full interview.

Poetry from the prairie
Bruce Roseland joins Lori Walsh to discuss his poetry, how he became a writer and the importance of capturing the ordinary.

Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of "In the Moment."
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.