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The Canterwood Crest series by Jessica Burkhart is a drama-filled middle-grade book series that follows Sasha Silver, a talented young equestrian, as she navigates life at the prestigious Canterwood Crest Academy. The elite boarding school is known for its competitive...
National Velvet by Enid Bagnold is a classic novel about a determined 14-year-old girl, Velvet Brown, who dreams of competing in the Grand National, one of the toughest horse races in England. When she wins a spirited horse named The Pie in a raffle, Velvet, with the...
Stormy, Misty’s Foal by Marguerite Henry is the sequel to Misty of Chincoteague and continues the story of Misty, the famous Chincoteague pony. The story takes place during the devastating Ash Wednesday Storm of 1962, which threatens the island and its beloved wild...
The White Stallion by Elizabeth Shub is a historical fiction novel set during the Austrian War of Succession. The story follows a young girl named Gretchen, who dreams of owning a beautiful white Lipizzaner stallion like the ones from the Spanish Riding School in...
The Black Stallion series by Walter Farley is a thrilling collection of adventure novels that follow a young boy, Alec Ramsay, and his incredible bond with a wild, untamed Arabian stallion known as "the Black." The series begins when Alec and the Black survive a...
The Island Stallion by Walter Farley is an exciting adventure novel about a hidden paradise and a magnificent wild horse. The story follows Steve Duncan, a young horse lover, who discovers a secret island within the Caribbean. There, he finds a herd of horses led by a...
Justin Morgan Had a Horse by Marguerite Henry is a classic historical novel that tells the true story of the foundation sire of the Morgan horse breed. The story follows Joel Goss, a young boy in 18th-century Vermont, who helps care for a small but powerful colt named...
Brighty of the Grand Canyon by Marguerite Henry is a beloved classic based on the true story of a wild burro who lived in the Grand Canyon. Brighty, a free-spirited and independent donkey, roams the canyon, befriending prospectors, park rangers, and tourists along the...
Black Beauty by Anna Sewell is a classic novel that tells the life story of a horse named Black Beauty from his own perspective. Born on a peaceful farm, Beauty enjoys a kind upbringing, but as he is sold to different owners, he experiences both kindness and cruelty....
The Silver Pony Ranch series by D.L. Green is a fun and engaging chapter book series about two best friends, Tori and Mira, who spend their summers at Silver Pony Ranch. There, they get to ride, care for, and have exciting adventures with their ponies. Each book in...
The Breyer Stablemates series is a collection of early chapter books inspired by the beloved Breyer model horses. Each book follows a different child and their horse, exploring themes of friendship, adventure, and horsemanship. Set in various equestrian settings, from...
The Bramble and Maggie series by Jessie Haas is a delightful early reader series about the friendship between a spirited horse named Bramble and her new owner, Maggie. Bramble, a strong-willed pony, is looking for the perfect rider, while Maggie is an eager young girl...
The Misty Inn series, inspired by Marguerite Henry, is a charming chapter book series that follows siblings Willa and Ben Dunlap as they move to Chincoteague Island, famous for its wild ponies. Their parents open a bed-and-breakfast, Misty Inn, while Willa, a true...
The Ponies of Chincoteague series by Catherine Hapka is a heartwarming collection of books that follow the adventures of young riders and their beloved Chincoteague ponies. Set on the famous island known for its wild pony herd, each book in the series features...
The Horse Diaries series is a collection of historical fiction books that tell the stories of various horses throughout history, each from the horse's point of view. Each book in the series features a different horse, from famous steeds like Alexander the Great’s...
The Pony-Crazed Princess series by Jill Shalvis follows the adventures of a young girl named Mia, who is completely obsessed with ponies. The series explores Mia’s life as she navigates her love for horses, her adventures with her friends, and her struggles with...
The Magic Ponies series by Sue Bentley includes several books, each focusing on different magical adventures involving Lucy and her pony, Storm. Here are the titles in the series: Magic Ponies: The Magic Pony Magic Ponies: The Enchanted Pony Magic Ponies: The Secret...
The Pony Club Secrets series by Stacy Gregg is a thrilling 12-book collection that follows the adventures of Issie Brown, a talented young rider with a special connection to horses. Set in the world of competitive equestrian sports, the series blends mystery,...