Best of
Horses

2019

Muted


L.H. Owens - 2019
    Although unable to speak since the tragedy that took place on his eighth birthday, his words reach out to people across the globe. When he learns that more than a thousand Friesian stallions are being held by the U.S. pharmaceutical company, Pilatos Industries, he knows he has to do all he can to free them. The heir to Pilatos, the cool and efficient lawyer Karen Lawford, will do everything in her power to stop him. Karen's mother, a breeder of international show jumpers, notes that, "Those stallions represent an evil at the heart of Pilatos, and one wrongdoing is usually an indication of others." The extent of that evil becomes apparent as the release date of their new drug approaches. With Pilatos relying on the success of the revolutionary Stablex, there are no limits to what they will do to ensure Lane does not interfere with the Stablex stallions, which are needed to produce the drug. Lane tries to convince Karen that the stallions at Pilatos must be given their freedom, but his beliefs are losing the battle against the Pilatos creed of greed, and it is only when she learns the shocking truth of what lies at the centre of the laboratories that any change can take place… but is it too late for Lane? Sometimes, you only know how much you love someone once you lose them. The story takes you to The Spanish Riding School, the mountains of Austria and the wilds of America and Australia as Lane tries to reawaken Karen's love of horses and bring back the colour to her grey life. He believes she is the key to saving the stallions, but, since childhood, her father has taught her to put Pilatos ahead of all else, and that loyalty appears to be an insurmountable obstacle in his mission to free the stallions. A moving love story set against the greed of the corporate world. A story that explores what is important in life as the wisdom of Lane Dimity touches all those around him. You don't need to like horses to enjoy the book, but even the most experienced horse people will appreciate the knowledge shared by Lane. Quotes from readers: "I fell in love with Lane...where can I meet him? A great love story and I learned so much about horses." "I couldn't believe what Pilatos were doing, then I looked around where I work and I realised that is exactly what they would do. Chilling, enlightening and, thankfully, uplifting." "I read it for the horses and I wasn't disappointed. Lipizzaners, Friesians, Warmbloods, mustangs and others, presented knowledgably by a writer who knows horses. It left me with a lot to think about. I loved this book."

Adventures of the Horse Doctor's Husband


Justin B. Long - 2019
    Long never dreamed he’d become a horse person. But marrying a passionate vet plunged the self-confessed numbers nerd into the wild world of equine emergency care. And just when he thought he had a handle on his new life, his close-knit community gained Internet fame with a daring freeway horse rescue.This outrageous collection of uproarious exploits will tug at your heartstrings and tickle your funny bone. Through Long’s vivid accounts, you’ll meet a whole host of new friends, including a blind horse stuck in a sinkhole, mayhem-causing rescue kittens, and Highway, the famous I-75 Miracle Horse who cheated death four times!Adventures of the Horse Doctor’s Husband is an engrossing memoir-style compilation of four-legged antics. If you love animals, you’ll adore this hilarious, delightful, and sometimes heartbreaking behind-the-scenes look at life in a rural vet clinic. Buy Adventures of the Horse Doctor’s Husband to gallop into bales of chaos today!

The Hidden Horses of New York


Natalie Keller Reinert - 2019
    Aidan’s a photographer, with a passion for sleek thoroughbreds. Lana has business brains and start-up cash. Together, they’re going to bring horse racing’s best stories to life. Best friends working on a passion project together: it could be the perfect post-grad life in New York City… if only Jenny wasn’t hopelessly in love with Aidan.Unrequited love aside, Jenny might be in over her head. It’s not an easy task to get old-fashioned trainers to open up to her, but Jenny’s determined to get her story. Then, as she digs deep in search of a missing horse, Jenny tumbles into a dark underworld she’d thought was just a fairy tale.In the pursuit of horse racing’s happy endings, to say nothing of her own, Jenny will find herself tested again and again. A colt’s bid for a Breeders’ Cup championship, a racehorse with no name, a charming police mount on Amsterdam Avenue, a carriage horse clattering through Central Park: the horses of New York are clamoring to have their stories told. Jenny just has to find the words, and the courage, to give them a voice.

Backstretch Girls


Dawn LeFevre - 2019
    A jockey tested by tragedy. A rejected racehorse. A three million dollar race. Teagan Sullivan is a golden disappointment in the show ring. To make matters worse, her family are big deal Olympic equestrians, so she skulks off to pony Thoroughbreds at a rundown racetrack. But while she excels at equine relations, she sucks at human ones—just ask her sexy blacksmith/sleepover buddy Screaming Wolf. And if she hadn't gone and rescued that stupid jockey wannabe Anne Simmons, she wouldn't be saddled with a new roommate, a broken down racehorse and a chance to prove herself to her family at last. Born two months premature to an anorexic mother, Anne was a longshot just to survive. Now eighteen, she arrives on the backstretch with nothing but a duffel bag and Derby dreams. But the horsemen don't trust the naïve newcomer, so she's stuck ponying horses instead of riding races. She is still chasing their respect when a near-fatal accident shatters her body—and her spirit. As Anne struggles to find the courage to ride again, Teagan wrestles with her feelings for Screaming Wolf. Horse racing's richest race, the Breeder's Cup Classic, offers them both a chance at redemption. Will Teagan and Anne conquer their fears in time to claim the things that they love most?

Unicorn's Slime Rescue: A kindness book about helping others (Ted and Friends 3)


Brenda Li - 2019
    Unicorn and Ted ventured into the woods, looking for the perfect place to play with slime. Along the way, they bumped into classic famous characters - who all needed help. Can Unicorn and Ted use nothing but slime to help them? The story shows children how kindness not only helps others, but it also makes the children feel good about themselves. Teaches children to be kind and compassionate Inspires kids to help others in need Promotes happiness and positivity within themselves Builds confidence in young readers age 2-7 with simple vocabularies Ted and Friends Unicorn Series Book 1, I Turned My Mom Into A Unicorn Book 2, The Unicorn Who Sold Zero Cupcakes Book 3, Unicorn's Slime Rescue Bonus: Free activities at the end for extended fun Free coloring pages - hidden link in the back of every book Free ebook with purchase of paperback!

Sacred Spaces: Communion with the horse through science and spirit


Susan Fay - 2019
    In her research of horsemen and women who have a gift with horses, Dr. Susan Fay outlines the invisible things these equestrians do that make their interactions with horses seem effortless. As a research scientist and life-long equestrian, Dr. Fay spent more than two decades searching for scientific explanations for why some people are able to develop seemingly spiritual relationships with horses. She discovered that equestrians with this gift are no different than you or I. They merely know how to use their natural abilities in a way that most of us were never taught. These abilities already exist inside of each one of us, so we merely need understand how to use them. But we also need to be willing to open our eyes and hearts and let go of what we believe is possible. Within the pages of this book, you will gain insights into how you can develop your gift with horses. You will learn how you are unconsciously “talking” to your horse through your mind and body. But more importantly, you will see how easy it is to turn these unconscious conversations into ones that are meaningful to your horse. This is not a book about animal communication. Instead, this is a guide to using the energy field, along with the power of your own mind and body to influence your horse in a gentle and quiet, yet highly effective way. You create mutual respect, while also allowing the horse maintain his or her dignity. When you understand how to physiologically and energetically tell your horse your intentions, and you become conscious and consistent in using these invisible aids, you will notice that your horse becomes a more relaxed, connected, and willing partner. The principles presented in this book work regardless of the type of horse you have to the discipline you ride. There is no need for special training gadgets because you already have everything you need. Once you begin to implement the principles and see the profound changes in yourself and your horse, you may never view traditional horse-training methods in the same way. Through real life stories and simple exercises, Dr. Fay illustrates the concepts that she teaches to her students in clinics and individual consultations. This is the book that horses wish every equestrian would read. That is because it is written from a horse’s perspective. To commune with horses, we need to slow down and become more present and aware. When we can do that, we enter into another dimension with our horse―a sacred place.

In The Ring: Chasing Dreams (Austin Family Farm Book 2)


David Foster - 2019
    In the continuing saga of Austin Family Farm, you will meet new members of the growing family. Each with their own story. You will see the struggles as they prepare for their first real test in the ring. Successes, failures and distractions that leave us wondering who will be there when the dust settles. New horses add excitement for our riders and challenges them in ways they never expected. Relationship grow stronger between the team as others fall by the wayside. New beginnings and sad endings will keep you wondering whether the family will continue to grow or fall apart all together.

Courage to the Sticking Place (Fortune's Fool, #6)


Mary Pagones - 2019
    Quitters never win."Eventer Simon O'Shaughnessy's horse Morrissey is just as temperamental as the former lead singer of The Smiths. After Simon is forced to temporarily hand over the reins to his boyfriend Phillip Stone, can Simon forgive Phillip for winning on the horse--when Simon failed to do so himself?

Flying Change: The Thorn House Stud Series


Sara Frances - 2019
    She has the love of her life at her side, and her horses are going from strength to strength. But suddenly, everything changes, old foes are on the hunt and new tensions threaten to derail her relationships and her career. How will she cope when she is under fire? And can she and Phillip survive the storm?

PINTO!: Based Upon the True Story of the Longest Horseback Ride in History


M.J. Evans - 2019
    Their goal was to visit all forty-eight state capitals over the course of three years and complete their journey at the San Francisco World’s Fair on June 1, 1915. Facing rugged roads, raging rivers, thieves and near starvation, the men went through seventeen horses. Only one horse completed the entire journey… Pinto, a little horse with a heart as big as the whole country! This is Pinto’s account of his arduous adventure.

Arial, the Unicorn


Mary Nhin - 2019
    She loves to do lots of things. She struggles sometimes. But one thing is for certain--she never gives up. Follow along in the series as Arial tries her hand at several entrepreneurial ventures, problem solves her way out of trouble, and even flies to space. The best book for bedtimeThe hand drawn illustrations in Arial, the Unicorn are unique to look at, creating a perfect opportunity for reading together, snuggled up in bed giggling. This book will compliment a collection of itles from authors like Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar), Marcus Pfister (The Rainbow Fish) and Adam Rubin (Dragons Love Tacos). The UnicornPreneur Series fosters creativity, supports early readers, and encourages out of the box thinking.* Promotes problem-solving * Encourages focus  * Supports entrepreneurship and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) * Inspires creativity with lively illustrations * Empowers children with a ‘Can Do’ mindset

Cry Of The Heart


Ana McKenzie - 2019
    When she lands a job looking after the horse, it is like it was meant to be, and she thinks that bringing the rescue animal back to health might be as healing for her as it is for the horse. What she doesn't count on is Josie Tearney, owner of the horse, and the most startling, intriguing woman Colette has ever met. The attraction, it turns out, is mutual, but the last thing Colette thinks she deserves is a relationship with someone who's grounded, competent, and whole – all the things Colette isn't. Josie, who runs her own business making witchy teas and essential oils, is as planted on the land where she lives as is her garden – which makes her strong, centred, stable – and lonely. All her friends have moved to the city, and she's not at all sure that Colette won't leave as abruptly as she arrived. Josie lost her mother when she was young – and she won't take the risk of being abandoned again. But healing can happen when you least expect it, and the heart, that most magical part of ourselves, knows how to lead the way.

Kicking On (Equestrian Romance Series Book 2)


Laurie Berglie - 2019
    However, all that changes in an instant when tragedy strikes, and Macy is forced to return home to Maryland for good. Even with the love and support of her best friends, Macy is left trying to salvage the bits and pieces of her former life. Then new neighbor and racehorse trainer, Adam Cleary, enters her world and complicates life even further.Even though Macy’s heart is broken and life seems to be spinning out of control, she knows that she must keep kicking on.

Core Conditioning for Horses: Yoga-Inspired Warm-Up Techniques: Increase Suppleness, Improve Bend, and Unlock Optimal Movement


Simon Cocozza - 2019
    The horse’s ability to use the powerful mechanisms already built into his body relies not upon the strength we can see on the outside but the strength on the inside. This invisible and complex arrangement of internal “core” muscles control the horse’s posture, suppleness, and agility. Their good condition is the key to the dance.Equine core muscles are very difficult to isolate with the traditional training techniques common to horse sports. However, by examining what we do with the human body when faced with a weak core, we can find new methods for conditioning these areas of the equine body. Visconte Cocozza has taken principles of the human practice of yoga and used them to develop novel ways of reaching deep within the horse’s body and gently “unlock” areas that may be a little “rusty,” improve core fitness, and even relieve pain related to conditions such as kissing spine. In this book, he provides step-by-step instruction explaining easy mounted exercises that enhance the horse’s posture, and boost his confidence in his body and movement, making him easier to ride, and ultimately, the dance partner you’ve always imagined.

The Stubborn Unicorn: (Fantasy Books For Kids, Ages 3 5, Children's Picture Books)


Michael Gordon - 2019
    The illustrations are super cute and original!” - Julia “I just finished reading “The Stubborn Unicorn' with my granddaughter and we really enjoyed it.“ - Sam This children's book will inspire and help little ones  “ What a darling book! “ - Barbara “It helps kiddo's realize that trying something new can be wonderful!” - James And * Cute illustrations with nice rhyming story  * Not too long, grabs childrens attention GET IT NOW and get the ebook for FREE!! 
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Connection Training: The Heart and Science of Positive Horse Training


Hannah Weston - 2019
    We focus on building positive emotions around you and the training, such as relaxation, confidence and willingness. These emotions create safe, happy horses who are a joy to train, ride and handle. In this book, you will learn:> How emotions drive your horse's behaviour and why training from an emotional perspective makes so much sense.> How to solve problems in handling, healthcare and loading.> How to teach healthy postural engagement through gymnastic groundwork in a fun and positive way your horse will love.> How to make riding rewarding, safe and fun for both of you.Following the guidance in this book, you can solve your problems, achieve your goals and create a wonderful equine partner for life. "Connection Training has transformed my life with horses after 30+ years of ownership. The focus is on your connection with the horse and that is what I have been searching for all this time! Once you get that then trust builds and suddenly all things seem possible."Lynne Hockney UK "As a clinical animal behaviourist and university lecturer I am regularly asked for recommended reading around equine training and the science behind it; this text would definitely be on my essential reading list. Crafted into a volume that seamlessly combines the science of behavioural ethology with the practice of training, this book consistently champions the ultimate aim; to provide optimally for the welfare of our domesticated equines in all our interactions with them."Extract from the forewordby Loni Loftus MSc, BSc(Hons), PgAEd, CABHead of Equine Operations, RSPCAAbout the AuthorsHannah Weston and Rachel Bedingfield are pioneers in combining equine ethology, the science of equine emotions and positive horse training techniques. They are passionate about helping leisure horse owners to connect with their horse and achieve their goals, whether that's being able to ride confidently, teach healthy movement and lateral exercises or help a frightened rescue to overcome fear. Their training approach is soft, gentle and always puts the horse first. Rachel brings the science and theory and Hannah brings the real-world practice. Together, they are a great team, combining a firm base of knowledge and understanding with step-by-step exercises and techniques you can use with your horse.www.connectiontraining.com

Dream Horse: The Incredible True Story of Dream Alliance – the Allotment Horse who Became a Champion


Janet Vokes - 2019
     Janet Vokes was running the bar in her local working men’s club in the small Welsh mining community of Cefn Fforest when she fixed upon the idea of breeding a racehorse. Why shouldn’t a working-class horse take on the wealthy high-flyers and compete in the ‘sport of kings’?Her mind set, she bought a mare for £350, paired her up with a pedigree stallion and helped to create a syndicate of twenty-three residents from her village – each paying £10 a week – to raise the resulting foal, Dream Alliance. He may have grown up on an allotment but Dream had immediate star quality, beating all the odds to compete at Ascot, Aintree and even the Cheltenham Festival. But when a terrible injury brings his racing days to a standstill, the syndicate is forced to make a vital decision not just about his career, but his life.Heart-warming, inspiring and incredibly moving, Dream Horse by Janet Vokes is the extraordinary story of a woman who defied the elitism of the racing world to breed a champion, and a remarkable horse who brought a community together.

Fearless: The life of adventurer, equestrian and endurance rider Chloe Phillips-Harris


Chloe Phillips-Harris - 2019
    This 1000-kilometre endurance race across the wild steppes, desert and mountains of Mongolia - a competition with no marked course, no support team, that requires riders to switch horses every 40 km - saw almost half the competitors drop out along the way, but Chloe persevered. Fearless recounts Chloe's childhood growing up on a run-down farm in a remote corner of New Zealand, with the odds stacked against her, and shares her life-long dedication to animals that has led her to train wild stallions and help save neglected working animals, travelling to some of the most remote and diverse places on the planet - all of which prepared her to overcome unimaginable challenges during a ride like no other.

55 Corrective Exercises for Horses: Resolving Postural Problems, Improving Movement Patterns, and Preventing Injury


Jec Aristotle Ballou - 2019
    This limits performance ability, causes unsoundness and health issues, and ultimately undermines the horse's overall well–being. Jec Aristotle Ballou has made a name for herself advocating for the horse and providing sensible instruction in his schooling, conditioning, and care. Her bestselling books and popular clinics are designed to enable any horse person to correctly apply proven principles that bring measurable progress while avoiding boredom and confusion. In her latest collection of mounted and unmounted corrective exercises, Ballou demonstrates how we can actively work to improve the horse's posture and movement, whether he is an active performance or pleasure mount, an aging or older horse that benefits from gentle exercise, or one being rehabilitated following injury, illness, or lack of conditioning. Ballou's positive cross–training techniques are free of shortcuts, and her guidelines for analyzing the horse's posture and way of going help readers gain a new awareness of the equine body. Applicable for all disciplines, this is an integral collection that optimizes how the horse uses his body and helps ensure he stays sounder and healthier for more years of his life.

Justify: 111 Days to Triple Crown Glory


Lenny Shulman - 2019
    One of the most charismatic and talented runners in the history of the sport, Justify was also one of its most unlikely champions; the late-blooming chestnut colt made his competitive debut only 111 days prior to that legendary victory. In Justify: 111 Days to Triple Crown Glory, veteran scribe Lenny Shulman (BloodHorse magazine) provides an insider account of this Thoroughbred’s rise to greatness. Through extensive interviews and first-hand accounts, readers will discover the fascinatingly disparate cast of characters who were crucial to Justify’s success, including trainer Bob Baffert, whose innate ability to identify equine talent also produced American Pharoah; Mike Smith, the 52-year-old jockey asserting himself in the miraculous third act of his career; and breeders John and Tanya Gunther, who believed in Justify’s ability despite the developmental imperfections that drove buyers away. Packed with riveting action, keen insight, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on quieter figures like silent investors, international stakeholders, and unheralded training staff, Justify is an illuminating look at the modern Thoroughbred industry and an essential story for the ages.

Spectacular Bid: The Last Superhorse of the Twentieth Century


Peter Lee - 2019
    This work examines Spectacular Bid from his humble beginnings-he was born in a mud puddle on a horse farm in Versailles, Kentucky-to his recognition as one of the greatest American racehorses.On the morning of the 1979 Belmont Stakes, Spectacular Bid stepped on a safety pin in his stall, injuring his foot. He had impressively won the first two races-the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness-but finished third in the Belmont, most likely due to his injury, making him one win shy of becoming the sport's third straight Triple Crown champion.But that loss did not prevent him from becoming one of horse racing's greatest competitors. After taking two months to recover, the battleship gray colt would go on to win 26 of 30 races during his career, with two second-place finishes and one third. He was voted the tenth greatest Thoroughbred of the twentieth century according to Blood-Horse magazine, and A Century of Champions places him ninth in the world and third among North American horses-even ahead of the renowned Man o' War.This horse biography tells the story of the honest and not-so-glamorous colorful characters surrounding the champion-including Bud Delp, the brash and cocky trainer who was distrustful of the Kentucky establishment, and Ron Franklin, the nineteen-year-old jockey who buckled under the stress and pressure associated with fame-and how they witnessed firsthand the splendor and triumphs of Spectacular Bid. Including contemporary newspaper accounts of Bid's exploits and interviews with key players in his story, this is an encompassing look into the legacy of one of horse racing's true champions.

Glitter the Unicorn goes to the Beach


Callie Chapman - 2019
    The ball bounces into the ocean and is taken by a Queen. Glitter and Ellie are sad until a Princess Mermaid appears and turns them into a sea horse and a mermaid. The Princess Mermaid helps them swim through the ocean and find the Bounce Ball while discovering the cave of crystals, friendly sea creatures, and much more. Glitter the Unicorn goes to the Beach has won the Silver Moonbeam Children's Book Award, Two Royal Dragonfly aAwards as well as a Purple Dragonfly Book Award.

She Rides Wild Horses: The Rugged, Real-Life Story of an Unbreakable Woman


Jess Camilla O'Neal - 2019
    All that changed in a moment when a freak accident shattered her legs and came close to shattering her spirit. This captivating book tells the story of Jess’s wild ride toward recovery, repeated run-ins with tragedy, and triumphant emergence as a fun and feisty horsewoman, singer-songwriter, theatrical director, and force to be reckoned with. In this gripping, even funny tale, Jess creates space for you to find: Strength from adversity Laughter beneath pain Healing and comfort in nature Insecurities as empowerment Resilience in trauma A combination of Cheryl Strayed’s deep-soul adventure, Wild, and the spiritual sensuousness of Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love, O'Neal's She Rides Wild Horses invites you to look at life with vigor, laughter, and awareness of the joy that can be found even in imperfection.

Continuing the Ride: Rebuilding Confidence from the Ground Up


Crissi McDonald - 2019
    For Crissi McDonald, it describes where she's spent four decades of her life, and a challenge she wasn't sure she'd still be able to meet.On an ordinary sunny afternoon in 2014, Crissi's world falls apart. Waking up in the hospital after a freak accident with her horse, the doctors tell her that a small bleed in her brain has stopped and that she's dodged brain surgery.As the news sinks in, she realizes the facade of her confidence has crumbled. She's at a crossroads: either find ways to overcome the fear that now engulfs her or give up on horses.Adrift in uncertainty and pain, she discovers that confidence unchallenged is a fragile notion, and that strength can be found in the rebuilding of it. She confronts the reality that if she wants to get back to what she most loves doing, the room of her fears must be smaller. Each day is a choice between giving in to doubt or taking steps toward getting stronger.Continuing the Ride chronicles the lessons she learned and the horses who helped her return to the life she loves. Whether you'd like your confidence to be more robust or you're looking for a good horse story, you'll find this a satisfying account of healing inside and out--and how to get back up after falling down.

Unicorn for Christmas: Childrens books: to Teach Kids About Giving (Children's Christmas books (books for kids: by ages 3-5) Book 2)


Sigal Adler - 2019
    The holiday they wished for had arrived finally There was glee and joy among the royal family

Transforming Trauma: Resilience and Healing Through Our Connections With Animals


Philip Tedeschi - 2019
    This book focuses on research developments, models, and practical applications of human-animal connection and animal-assisted intervention for diverse populations who have experienced trauma. Physiological and psychological trauma are explored across three broad and interconnected domains: 1) child maltreatment and family violence; 2) acute and post-traumatic stress, including military service, war, and developmental trauma; and 3) times of crisis, such as the ever-increasing occurrence of natural disasters, community violence, terrorism, and anticipated or actual grief and loss. Contributing authors, who include international experts in the fields of trauma and human-animal connection, examine how our relationships with animals can help build resiliency and foster healing to transform trauma. A myriad of animal species and roles, including companion, therapy, and service animals are discussed. Authors also consider how animals are included in a variety of formal and informal models of trauma recovery across the human lifespan, with special attention paid to canine- and equine-assisted interventions and psychotherapy. In addition, authors emphasize the potential impacts to animals who provide trauma-informed services, and discuss how we can respect their participation and implement best practices and ethical standards to ensure their well-being. The reader is offered a comprehensive understanding of the history of research in this field, as well as the latest advancements and areas in need of further or refined investigation. Likewise, authors explore, in depth, emerging practices and methodologies for helping people and communities thrive in the face of traumatic events and their long-term impacts. As animals are important in cultures all over the world, cross-cultural and often overlooked animal-assisted and animal welfare applications are also highlighted throughout the text.

Glitter the Unicorn goes to the Moon


Callie Chapman - 2019
    Its Glitters birthday, so her best friend Ellie buys them tickets to visit the moon. They hop into their rocket ship and head for the stars, both bubbling with excitement at what they might see on their trip. When they arrive on the moon, they meet the Queen who tells them she has lost her magical crown. Glitter and Ellie offer to help and set off on a madcap journey that includes fishing for stars on Saturn and talking to an alien on Pluto. Can they complete the quest and get the magical crown back to the Queen? Glitter the Unicorn Goes to the Moon has won the National Indie Excellence Award as well as the Bronze Children's Moonbeam Book Award.

Storey's Guide to Training Horses, 3rd Edition: Ground Work, Driving, Riding


Heather Smith Thomas - 2019
    Now with full-color photography, the third edition includes step-by-step guidance on all the essential training procedures for both English- and Western-style riding, including haltering and leading, saddling and mounting, and addresses the finer points of gaits, lightness, and collection. Best-selling author Heather Smith Thomas draws on her decades of equestrian experience to anticipate every situation that might arise and provide answers to managing all the potential challenges of training different types of horses.

Saving Red: The True Story of a Rescued Horse Turned Rescuer


Susan L. Newman - 2019
    He was by himself in a bare, wire-fenced pasture at the end of a long dirt road. He'd lost three horseshoes, but the fourth clung to a hoof grown nearly six inches. He was left by a family forced to move when their old adobe house was condemned, and they needed to sell him fast. When she saw him, she knew she had to get him out of there—he was ready for the kill buyers. They stared at each other across the pasture, and she heard “Get me out of here.”“This is a rewarding read about how acknowledging the intelligence and hearts of other animals enriches our human lives. The kindnesses shown by human and equine beings working together provide a glimpse into a bountiful way to live.”—Barbara Clark, Potter, Middle San Pedro Field Mgr (ret.) for The Nature ConservancyFrom the moment Red arrived at her stable, she knew there were huge lessons to be learned. She thought she was rescuing an older horse suitable for guests, but that was not to be the plan. It took the farrier four trims to fix his hobbled walk, and the level of his abuse was so intense, he forced her to ‘listen in’ before she could do anything with him. He became a Master Teacher. Over the years, she gave him everything she could, and it was almost as if giving could somehow surgically remove the sadness of those old, horrific abuses…and perhaps hers, too. In return, once saddled, he was safe and very careful with her.“Susan brings a lifetime of experience with horses to this story, making it clear how the relationship between horse and human can create healing for both. Saving Red is an exploration of where we find true safety and an example of a life attuned both inward to personal wisdom and outward to the many creatures we share life with. Susan writes with an understanding of the “whole,” always coming back to the interconnected web that carries us. And she knows that you can’t hold on to anything—but you can touch and be touched as it passes.”—Katie Talbott, Licensed Mental Health CounselorIn due time, others were drawn to his stall, and a woman came once just to lead him around. She stood talking to someone in the barnyard, holding his lead line, her feet crossed as she talked. She looked down and noticed that Red’s feet were crossed, too. She looked up in surprise and slowly switched her stance. So did he. Red became a mirror…and one of the most important lessons he forced was about learning to get there quietly and safely. He taught her self-understanding followed by patient interaction. Healing rarely occurs along a straight path.“I was never really able to heal Red as much as Red healed me—he was a true healer in a different form. Even though he was a horse, he was the one that taught me how to work with gentle energy. I loved working on him—his soul was alive and open to whoever would feel his great heart.”—Michael Murphy, Radiokinesiology TherapistDuring her work with Red and other horses, she continued the enormous task of recovering an old racing stable that had been about to face the bulldozer. People came to help, some not sure why, but all eager to be involved in the dream of bringing the stable back to life. The recovery of both stable and Red were intertwined. “Horse as guru...owner as follower...

Azarão: The Dark Horse (Austin Family Farm Book 1)


David Foster - 2019
    Follow as the rescue of a horse in trouble attracts many who would like to help him. Feel the energy in their attempt and the family that is created by the endeavor. I think Haley says it best: “No Heather it’s not like that. It’s just the opposite. I realized that I was no longer just a project. I’m a member of a team and a proud member of this family. We came together to rescue a horse and ended up helping each other. Every one of us has suffered a tragedy that crippled us for a time. We all know what happened to you. Cole lost his wife, Abbi her mother, although she’s still alive. God only knows what happened to Scott in Afghanistan. Bobby is an orphan being supported by his tribal council. Shattered people coming together to help a horse return to the land of the living. It’s like a piece of mosaic art. All broken pieces of glass put together to make a beautiful tapestry held together by a common dream. Azarão, may be the grout that glues us together, but the frame is made of love. Love for a horse. Love for all horses and for this business. Most of all love for each other. We may think that we rescued Azarão, but the truth is … he rescued us.”

Perfect Practice: A Philosophy for Living an Authentic and Transparent Life


Mary S Corning - 2019
    To truly relate is what living is all about.This book is meant as a seed. Its message offers inspiration for living an authentic and transparent life. As a resource for life, it unites what is seen as separate and heals what is wounded.Readers will learn how to transform:Pain into purpose Conflict into confidence Fear into curiosity These are the shifts we can make to build a better life and a better world in which to live.

The Shimmering Box of Unicorn Sparkles: Phoebe and Her Unicorn Box Set Volume 5-8


Dana Simpson - 2019
    Though it's easy to travel in style with a shimmering chauffeur like Marigold, growing up is still a difficult journey. Luckily, Phoebe and Marigold have each other through all the magical mayhem.  This shimmering box set of Phoebe and Her Unicorn fun contains four sparkling books:Unicorn CrossingThe Magic StormUnicorn of Many HatsUnicorn Theater

Sacred Spaces: Communion with the horse through science and spirit


Susan D. Fay - 2019