Cormac McCarthy’s birth date and birthplace are just two of the facts about him that have eluded his rabid fans—until now. A dossier on the most fiercely private writer in Texas.

The East Texas native was the most prolific drug dealer of his generation. Now he’s in jail for life, but he says he’s freer than ever.

In the suddenly trendy world of World War II wannabes, these Texans are big guns.

Since I started taking Viagra, I have had the time of my life. You can too—but there’s more to romance than a little blue pill.

These twelve Texas artisans herald the victory of man over machine, carefully crafting wood, metal, or stone into items for your home and hearth that are tomorrow’s heirlooms today.

He’s the front-runner even before he has officially entered the race, but sky-high expectations are the least of the obstacles George W. Bush faces in his quest for the White House.

Texas is filled with giants in the science-fiction field these days, but none loom larger than Bruce Sterling and Michael Moorcock.

Houston’s J.P. Bryan is remaking a West Texas town into what could be the next Taos—and for some locals, that’s a mixed blessing.

His mentor, Sam Cooke, is long dead, but Dallas’ Johnnie Taylor is alive and well and still living at the top of the charts.

Don’t think of the Hill Country Hyatt as just another chain hotel. Think of it as your salvation—especially if you have kids.

Gary Mauro’s bad spell.

If the Dallas Cowboys thought last season was unpleasant, wait until they open training camp in Wichita Falls.

A widower’s search for justice

A filmmaker’s long view of Longview

An Austinite’s aquatic adventure.

Reviewing Texas movies; saluting our flag.

These crispy salmon and spinach spring rolls have Saks appeal.