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The Camas Prairie: Idaho’s Panhandle Railroad
By Gary & Roz Miller
The book is a history of the spectacular Camas Prairie Railroad in eastern Washington and northern Idaho., The railroad became known for its many spectacular timber bridges, including the famous Halfmoon bridge in Lapwai Canyon.
Carefully researched from railroad papers and interviews with employees, this is the story of the Camas Prairie Railroad from founding to present-day.   Chapters cover. the evolving operations of each of the railroad’s four subdivisions as the company adapted to stay viable; the railroad’s equipment, including locomotives, cabooses, and other rolling stock leased from its parent companies Union Pacific and Northern Pacific; and the post-1998 short line era. The book also discusses freight and passenger connections to the parent roads. 
From the beginning, photographers were drawn to the railroad due to the many spectacular bridges built to handle the steep terrain. Photographs in the book span from the early construction era to the 2000s, and include the work of well-known photographers Henry R. Griffiths, Jr., Dr. Philip R. Hastings, Philip C. Johnson, Blair Kooistra, Rob Leachman, and many others! 320 pages, Multiple maps, over 350 Illustrations and Photos, many in color, Horizontal Format, Hardcover.

The Century Series: A Portrait of Alco Diesel Power
By By Tom Carver
The American Locomotive Company (Alco) had a long history of manufacturing steam and diesel locomotives in America, Canada, and around the globe through subsidiaries or licensees. Alco had developed a strong reputation in the 1940s and 1950s with its successful road switchers, but as railroads competed to carry more tonnage at faster speeds, the market demanded more horsepower. The “Century” series was introduced in 1963, remaining in production until Alco closed its famed Schenectady, N.Y., plant to domestic production in 1969. The Century name celebrated the corporate history of Alco and its predecessors manufacturing locomotives for 100-plus years. The product of decades of research by Tom Carver and edited and designed by Dale Sanders, this new book contains more than 300 beautifully reproduced color images, representing some of the best selections from a number of railroad photographers and historical archives. An informative text, paired with detailed photo captions, supports photos and diagrams of each of the ten Century series models. Presented together for the first time in our premium 256-page railroad book format, these images will surely delight aficionados of the second generation of Alco’s diesel locomotives on the railways of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Australia. Showcased in their elements from gritty industrial scenes to beautiful vistas along the rails of their owners, all models from the Century 415 to the Hydraulic 643 are thoughtfully portrayed for each of the 43 original purchasing railroads. 256 pages, Color Photos, Horizontal Hardcover.

The Last Three Decades of the Chicago & North Western
By Jeremy F. Plant & Jeffrey G. Plant
Immerse yourself in the final, transformative years of one of America’s most iconic railroads with the photography of prolific authors by Jeremy F. Plant and Jeffrey G. Plant. This full-color photo book is a visual celebration of the Chicago & North Western Railway's rich history during its last 25 years of operation. Through stunning photographs and insightful commentary, the book captures the railroad's evolution from a struggling 1970s regional railroad through its eventual merger into Union Pacific. The images vividly depict the C&NW’s diverse locomotives, bustling freight yards, scenic routes, and the dedicated people who kept the railroad alive. From the dramatic challenges of the 1970s to the modernization efforts of the 1980s and its final days in the 1990s, this book provides a compelling photographic narrative of resilience, innovation, and change. Perfect for railfans, historians, and photography enthusiasts, The Last Three Decades of the Chicago & North Western offers an unforgettable journey through a pivotal chapter of American railroading history. Whether you’re reminiscing about the iconic yellow-and-green locomotives or discovering this era for the first time, this book is a must-have addition to your collection. 80 pages, Color Photos, 8.5" x 11" Softcover.

The Milwaukee Railroader 2nd Qtr 2025
By Jeremy F. Plant & Jeffrey G. Plant
Photographer’s portfolio.
From mountains to desert w/Blair Kooisrta.
A century of division.
Milwaukee Road as never seen before.
Final chapter; Savanna & beyond.
46 pages, Softcover.

The Milwaukee Road Railroader; 3rd Qtr 2024
By Tony Dierckins and Jeff Lemke
• Photography of Milwaukee Road in Milwaukee in 1960-1980's
• Milwaukee Road Beer Line switching layout in O gauge
• Elkader Depot museum opens

The Santa Fe Railway in Nebraska, 1970-1996 (Revised Edition)
By Richard C. Kistler with R.L. Schmeling & M.M. Bartles
The Santa Fe served only one location in Nebraska, Superior. This state-line town funneled gain via the SF to ports on the Gulf of Mexico. This book recounts the last quarter century of SF in Nebraska before it became today’s BNSF system.
64 pages, 90 Color and B&W Illustrations, Softcover.

The Soo Line-Milwaukee Road Merger In Color Volume 1: Before the Merger 1949-1984
By Jerry Pinkepank
The 1985 merger of these two roads was an “accidental merger” according to the author who was an Assistant VP-Planning for Soo Line. This volume sets up the two roads in the years preceding the combination. 128 pages, Color, Hardcover.
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Trackside Milwaukee Road West with Jim Boyd
By Jim Boyd
The editor emeritus of Railfan Magazine continues his journey west on the Milwaukee Road photographing everything from new EMD FP45s to ancient E50 electrics. 128 pages, Color, Hardcover.
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