Randi Steel is thrust into upheaval when she’s compelled to stay temporarily at her estranged brother’s horse farm in Oregon. Their shared history is marked by distance and pain, casting a shadow over any hope for reconciliation. Brad, her brother, is singularly...
Since the sudden loss of her husband, Charlie Jenkins has struggled to reignite the passion and determination that once fueled her life. Her children, Ryan and Skylar, are also caught in the same emotional haze, each day feeling like a challenge just to get through....
Life hasn’t been easy for ten-year-old Faris. He’s spent his entire childhood at the Grimbaldi Foundation for the Potentially Lacking—so long, in fact, that he doesn’t even have a last name. He’s simply Faris. But one extraordinary night, everything changes. When a...
Summary: The story follows Kate McGregor, a talented young rider with a troubled past involving a tragic riding accident. She gets a fresh start at Timber Ridge Stables, an elite riding academy. There, she meets Holly Chapman, the paraplegic daughter of the stable...
“Lady’s Big Surprise” by JoAnn S. Dawson kicks off the Lucky Foot Stable series, a charming middle-grade tale focused on friendship, adventure, and equestrian fun. Overview Main Characters: Mary: Outgoing, bubbly, a confident “know-it-all.” Jody: Shy, thoughtful, the...
Overview A beautifully illustrated short novel for young readers (about 64–70 pages), originally published in 1953 and illustrated by Grace Paull. Plot Summary Danny Hopper, a growing boy on his family’s western ranch, realizes he’s outgrown his pony, Ginger. His...
Series Overview – Shelby & Blue 1. For Sale or Swap (2005) Shelby loves her loyal but plain pony, Blue, but dreams of a showy mount to impress at Pony Club. When she sees an ad for a beautiful brown pony named Copper (aka Brat), she trades—but soon discovers Brat...
Setting & Premise Set at Missionville, a fictional low-tier racetrack in rural Pennsylvania, the story exposes the gritty, struggling world where "horses and humans depend on each other—just to survive". The town and track are in decline: local businesses have...
The “Healing Hearts” series (also known as Heartland) by Lauren Brooke is a 20+ book middle-grade/young adult series that began in 2000 and follows Amy Fleming, a teenager in Virginia who inherits her late mother’s passion for rehabilitating abused or traumatized...
The Further Adventures of the $700 Pony (2008) continues the true—and often hilarious—story of Broadhurst and her scrappy, impromptu pony. After the events of The Chronicles, Ellen and her spirited mount embark on a quest toward what she dubs “Equine...
Discover the Magic of Horses with "Majestic Meadows: Horse and Nature Coloring Adventures"!Step into a world of natural beauty and graceful horses with this enchanting coloring book. Perfect for horse lovers of all ages, this book invites you to relax, get creative,...
Plot Summary Dream vs. Reality: Young Jennifer (also called Jenny) dreams of owning a stunning black stallion with a flowing mane and tail. When she scrapes together about $14 at a livestock auction, she hopes to buy her dream horse Rescue & Disappointment:...
"The Girl Who Remembered Horses" by Linda Benson is a young adult dystopian novel set in a future where horses have vanished from human memory and history. The story follows Sahara, a teenage girl who begins to have vivid dreams and visions of horses—animals no one...
“Brumbies” by Paula Boër is an evocative picture book that celebrates the wild spirit and natural beauty of Australia's free-roaming horses, known as brumbies. Through rich, poetic text paired with captivating illustrations, the book takes us into the rugged...
Happy Horsemanship by Dorothy Pinch is a classic, beginner-friendly guide to horseback riding and horse care. First published in the 1960s and still widely loved, the book presents essential horsemanship concepts in a fun, accessible way—narrated from the perspective...
Summary: Stormy the Miracle Horse: A Brumby Takes Flight by Lynne Edwards In the quiet Australian town of Golden Grove, young Phoebe’s life is forever changed when her mare, Sunny, gives birth during a violent storm. The foal, Stormy, is born with a lightning-shaped...
Overview Set in the scenic Colorado Rockies, this middle-grade novel follows 11-year-old Abby, who reluctantly attends a four-week horse camp over the summer. Abby arrives terrified of horses—completely out of her comfort zone. Key Characters Abby: The anxious...
Unicorn Keep by Angelia Almos is a young‑adult fantasy filled with magic, adventure, and a touch of romance. Jiline of Ainsley, a resourceful and brave 15-year-old, swaps places with her best friend Madelen to avoid being drafted as a unicorn keeper at the secluded...