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Chancey of the Maury River by Gigi Amateau is a heartwarming novel told from the perspective of Chancey, an aging, once-proud show horse who finds himself abandoned and in need of a new home. Taken in by a Virginia riding school, Chancey becomes a lesson horse and...
A Horse Called Hero by Sam Angus is a historical adventure novel set during World War II. The story follows brothers Wolfie and Dodo, who are forced to leave London after their father, a decorated soldier, is declared a deserter. Sent to the countryside, they struggle...
Summer Pony by Jean Slaughter Doty is a heartwarming story about a young girl named Ginny who longs for a horse of her own. When her parents agree to lease a pony for the summer, she is thrilled. However, the pony she receives, Mokey, is far from the perfect, glossy...
The A Circuit series by Georgina Bloomberg and Catherine Hapka is a young adult equestrian drama that follows the lives of elite teenage riders in the high-stakes world of competitive show jumping. Set in the glamorous, fast-paced equestrian circuit, the series...
Riders of the Purple Sage by Zane Grey is a classic Western novel first published in 1912. Set in the rugged landscapes of Utah in the late 19th century, the story follows Jane Withersteen, a wealthy Mormon rancher who faces pressure from her religious community to...
A Horse Named Sky by Rosanne Parry is a middle-grade novel that tells the story of Sky, a wild mustang colt born in the mid-19th-century Nevada Territory. Through Sky's perspective, readers experience his journey from a newborn foal to a leader of his herd. As human...
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 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...
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 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...
King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian by Marguerite Henry is a classic historical novel that tells the inspiring tale of Sham, a small but spirited Arabian horse who becomes the foundation of the Thoroughbred bloodline. Born in Morocco, Sham and his...
The Pony Scouts series by Catherine Hapka is a collection of early chapter books for young readers that follow the adventures of three friends—Meg, Annie, and Lily—who share a love of horses and ponies. Set at their local stable, the girls form a group called the Pony...
A Little Colt: A Baby Horse Board Book Story is a sweet and simple board book that introduces young readers to the early life of a baby horse. With gentle, rhythmic text and charming illustrations, the book follows a little colt as he takes his first steps, explores...