Candy Moulton
Candy Moulton has written 17 Western history books; co-edited a collection of short fiction and a two-volume encyclopedia; and written and produced several documentary films. She has four Spur Awards, plus many other awards from historical societies, museum associations, and press associations.
During her career of more than 50 years she has edited a weekly newspaper, two magazines, and is a past executive director of Western Writers of America.
Her passions are history, travel, and writing…all of which will be subjects for future articles for Cowboy State Daily
Candy's roots are deep in the Encampment area where she was reared on a ranch. She still lives in that same neighborhood with her husband Steve.
Latest from Candy Moulton
Candy Moulton: Robins, Bluebirds, Sandhill Cranes Are Signs Of Spring
Columnist Candy Moulton writes, "Robins, bluebirds, sandhill cranes, and pussy willows are all signs that it’s spring on Beaver Creek and it seemed to take a while to get here in spite of the fact that our winter was mild. With spring comes new beginnings and changes.”
Candy MoultonApril 29, 2025
Candy Moulton: Joseph Marshall III Completes His Circle
Candy Moulton writes: “Joseph Marshall III was a tremendous writer, an inspiring speaker, an imposing figure. And I’m grateful to say, a friend of mine, who was always so willing to share his Lakota ways and understanding.”
Candy MoultonApril 22, 2025
Candy Moulton: Two If By Sea, Get Ready For America's 250th In Wyoming
Columnist Candy Moulton writes, “July 4, 1776, marks the signing of the Declaration of Independence and America is preparing to commemorate the semiquincentennial (250 years). The lighting of two lanterns in some Wyoming courthouses Friday is the official start of the celebration in the Cowboy State.”
Candy MoultonApril 15, 2025
Candy Moulton: A Salute To The Many Ships To Wear The Name ‘USS Wyoming’
Candy writes: “For a land-locked state, Wyoming has its share of naval history, including two battleships that served in the Civil War, World War I and World War II. The USS Wyoming built 1912 had a silver tea service that is now in the collection at the Wyoming State Museum."
Candy MoultonApril 08, 2025
Candy Moulton: The Animal Snatching Wind Was No Match For The Sheriff's Office
Columnist Candy Moulton writes, "The wind was howling when a St. Louis family stopped at a rest stop on Interstate 80 near Creston Junction (imagine that!). When the son got of the vehicle, his favorite animal Dog went flying in the wind. When it got the report, the Carbon County Sheriff’s Office quickly launched a search and rescue operation."
Candy MoultonApril 01, 2025
Candy Moulton: Celebrating John Nesbitt – A Boy From The Country
Columnist Candy Moulton writes: “In his newly published autobiography Boy from the Country, John Nesbitt shares the hard, sometimes painful, stories of his growing up in rural poverty and how that shaped him into the writer he is.”
Candy MoultonMarch 25, 2025
