Appaloosa Summer (Island Trilogy #1) by Tudor Robins is a poignant young adult novel that explores grief, healing, and love set against the backdrop of a summer on Wolfe Island in the St. Lawrence River. Plot Overview Sixteen-year-old Meg Traherne faces a devastating...
Series Overview Set in rural Wisconsin, this engaging middle-grade trilogy (ages 10–13) follows best friends Samantha Zillmer and Alisa as they transition from carefree trotters to dedicated dressage riders. With the arrival of a German dressage coach, they face the...
Born to Ride by Samantha Walker is a coming-of-age eventing series featuring Jenna Michaelson, a teenager rediscovering her passion for equestrianism. Set on her grandparents’ Quicksilver Stud, the trilogy blends horse knowledge with personal growth and intrigue. Book...
The Perfect Pony, is part of the Sandy Lane Stables series by Michelle Bates. The Perfect Pony (Sandy Lane Stables #8) introduces Alex Hardy, who impulsively purchases a neglected, underweight pony named Puzzle at a local auction—hoping to fix her up and sell her for...
The Outback Riders series by Leanne Owens is an exhilarating middle-grade collection (ages ~8–15) set in the rugged Australian outback. Centered around the tight-knit Sunhaven Downs family—teen siblings Dane, Lani, and Matthew, plus their cousin Amy—the books combine...
Soul Riders by Helena Dahlgren, in collaboration with Star Stable Entertainment AB, is an enchanting middle-grade fantasy trilogy (recommended ages 9–13) based on the popular Star Stable Online game. Set on the magical island of Jorvik, it follows four teenage...
he Breyer Horse Collection series by Annie Wedekind and Jessie Haas consists of five middle-grade horse tales (ages ~8–12), each inspired by a popular Breyer model: Wild Blue (Book 1) — by Annie Wedekind In the sweeping Idaho wilderness, Blue, a roan Appaloosa filly,...
The Tricolor Series by Brianna York is a wholesome middle‑grade series (ages 9–12) set at Tricolor Farms, following a vibrant cast of friends—Deja, Allison, Shanice, Chris, and Eric—who bond over their shared love of horses, riding, and life’s ups and downs. Key Books...
The Oak Lane Stable Adventure Series by Kerri Lukasavitz is a compelling middle-grade (ages 9–12) collection that brings the hunter/jumper show world to life through authentic horse care, riding challenges, and personal growth. Series Overview: Written by a lifelong...
Overview Set in 1960s England, the series follows Jill Crewe, a determined young equestrian whose life transforms after moving to her stepfather’s Scottish highland estate. Passionate about ponies and riding, Jill grows through each story—from secretarial college to...
Coal Dust and Dreams: The Story of a Girl and Her Pit Pony in the Coal Mines of Wales by M.J. Evans is a poignant middle-grade historical fiction novel set in 1930s Wales, following eleven-year-old Bethan from the Welsh village of Hengoed. After a mine collapse...
Amber’s Pony Tales by Helen Haraldsen is an inspiring middle-grade series (~ages 8–12) that follows Amber Anderson’s journey as she navigates pony ownership, Pony Club life, and the ups and downs of young equestrian friendship. Book 1: Little Pearl Amber's dream pony...
Emily Edwards: Equestrian Extraordinaire by Laura Holt‑Haslam introduces 12‑year‑old Emily Edwards, a horse-obsessed girl who dreams of becoming an expert rider. Despite knowing every fact and Kentucky Derby winner, she’s never ridden a horse—until she wins a...
The Rose Legacy series by Jessica Day George is a captivating fantasy trilogy for middle-grade readers (ages 8–12) that blends mystery, horses, and a strong heroine’s journey. Book 1: The Rose Legacy Orphaned girl Anthea Cross‑Thornley is sent to live with her...
Coral Cove Horse Adventures for Girls and Boys by Elaine Heney is an engaging middle-grade series (ages 9–12) set on Ireland’s scenic Coral Cove farm. Through six standalone yet connected books, readers follow 12-year-old Ciara, her Connemara pony Misty, and friend...
The Old Quarry Lake Farms Tales by Marty Kay Jones is a heartwarming middle-grade series (ages 9–12) centered on Shelby Simone, a newcomer to rural life who bonds with fellow riders at Old Quarry Lake Farms. Each book explores real-life themes like friendship, change,...
The Meg & Merlin series by Tanya Landman is a dyslexia-friendly chapter-book collection for readers aged 7+, centered on Meg, a determined pony-lover, and her clever pony friend, Merlin. Each standalone installment features short chapters, clear layout, and...
In Cowgirl Katie, Katie Woo is excited for a day of horseback riding at a ranch with her friends. Dressed up in her cowgirl best, she faces a few funny hiccups during her ride—but learns to enjoy the adventure and discovers that trying something new can be a lot of...