Wyoming mystery author Craig Johnson will read at the Albany County Public Library this week.

Craig Johnson, author of the Sheriff Walt Longmire novels, will be reading from his new book, “The Dark Horse” and signing copies at the Albany County Public Library in Laramie, WY, on July 8 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the browsing area. Chickering is donating a portion of the sales to the Albany County Public Library. Cash and checks only, please. “The Dark Horse” hardcover $26.45; other Craig Johnson paperback books, $8.47.

“The Dark Horse” deals with self-confessed murderer who might not be guilty. As usual, plot turns keep the reader guessing. Walt Longmire, sheriff of Absaraka County, his family, friends, and co-workers return in the fifth novel in the series that describes the challenges of law enforcement and life in north-central Wyoming.

Johnson lives in Ucross, Wyoming. Several of his books have had starred reviews in Kirkus, Publishers’ Weekly, and Booklist. The Independent Booksellers Association he Independent Mystery Booksellers Association have highlighted his novels. Johnson’s awards include the Wyoming Historical Society’s Fiction Book of the Year and the Tony Hillerman Mystery Short Story Award. He has been a finalist for DILYS Award and the Mountains & Plains Bookseller’s Association’s Book of the Year,

For more information on the book signing or to request accommodation, contact Marjorie Daley, ACPL Outreach Coordinator, at 307-721-2580 ext 5456 or mdaley@will.state.wy.us.