Lewis B. Pattenbooks in chronological order

Lewis B. Patten (January 13, 1915 – May 22, 1981) was an American author specializing in Western novels. Born and raised in Denver, Colorado, he penned a prolific number of stories set in the American West, often utilizing pseudonyms such as Lewis Ford, Lee Leighton, and Joseph Wayne to diversify his output. Patten’s writing style leaned toward the pulp adventure genre, characterized by fast-paced action, gunfights, and morally ambiguous characters frequently found in dime novels. He was known for his prolific output and ability to rapidly produce new stories catering to the popular Western readership.