Noshing With Beau L'Amour – April 3, 2025

This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with Beau L’Amour, the driving force behind "Louis L'Amour's Lost Treasures." In this riveting episode, Beau delves into the enduring legacy of his father, legendary author Louis L’Amour—one of the best-selling writers of the 20th century. Beau shares why his father, after World War II, chose to specialize in Westerns, how he briefly wrote under pseudonyms, and what his early writing career looked like before he became the undisputed king of frontier fiction. They explore his deep ties to the pulp mag-azine era, his prolific work ethic—writing four novels a year to support his family—and the six or seven typewriters he used throughout his career (which Beau still owns). The conversation takes a personal turn as Beau reflects on his father’s life, their connec-tion beyond the pages, and how he uncovered hidden gems buried in Louis L’Amour’s paper-cluttered office—leading to the creation of Lost Treasures Volumes 1 and 2. He also reveals his father’s long-term vision to expand the Western genre and why none of his books have ever gone out of print. From Louis L’Amour’s friendship with Hollywood star Alan Ladd to his disciplined writing habits, this episode is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by the life of a literary giant. (Also Watch Full Podcast Video)