Books On Horses

[Dardo Hameed]

TrafalgarSquare Books is a small, independent women-owned business based on a farm in rural Vermont. We publish quality books on horses and equestrian sport, dog health and training, the natural world of New England, and crafting history and techniques.

The My Name Is America series ran from 1998 to 2004. It was a series of historical novels written in a journal format during an important period or event in American History. The Journal of Joshua Loper, A Black Cowboy was written by Walter Dean Myers. Joshua Loper is a 16 year old in 1871, and records his journey during his first cattle drive while dealing with racial prejudice.

The King of The Wind by Marguerite Henry and illustrated by Wesley Dennis is probably the most well known book on this list. I kept flipping between including it and not including it on the list, but eventually decided to because I wanted another fictional book on the list. It won the Newberry Award in 1949. This is the fictionalized story of Sham, one of the founding stallions of the Thoroughbred breed, and his relationship with his steadfast friend, Agba.

The Saddle Club series follows the adventures of Carole, Stevie, and Lisa who ride at Pine Hollow Stables. This middle grade series spans 101 books with ten spin offs. The books were published between 1988 through 2001. A seventeen book young adult series that follows the girls four years after the Saddle Club series were also published, but seem to be out of print.

Night Hawk by Beverly Jenkins is a historical romance set in 1880s Wyoming. Maggie Freeman grudgingly accepts the help of bounty hunter Ian Vance after a vigilante mob wants to see her hanged. On their journey to a safe place to try her case, love and freedom cross barriers.

The adult nonfiction list was the last I compiled. Finding books in the other categories felt like pulling teeth. This one was marginally easier. The books primarily settled in two categories: Black cowboys and Black jockeys.

African American Women of the Old West by Tricia Martineau Wagner highlights 10 Black women from backgrounds ranging from slavery to freedom. Included are the biographies of woman like Elizabeth Thorn Scott who made it her mission to educate Black children.

Most horse books that highlight horse racing and records will have his picture. Issac Burns Murphy is considered to be the most winning jockey. The Prince of Jockeys by Pellom McDaniels III is a biography of the famed jockey who was not only an incredible horseman but also a cultural figure.

Beautiful Jim Key: The Lost History of a Horse and a Man Who Changed the World by Mim Eichler Rivas is about Dr. William Key. He was a former slave, Civil War Veteran, and veterinarian who turned an ugly duckling colt into a beloved hero. Dr. Key and his wonder horse performed across the country for nine years and earned respect from some of the most influential figures of the time.

The greatest jockeys of all time rode to victory against tough competition from the late 1800s until just before 1906. Their glory came crashing down when the United States adopted the color line and Jim Crow laws, forcing them off the tracks. Who were these riders? What made them so special that history has forgotten nearly everything about them?

This is an important book for anyone interested in learning more about African American history or simply wanting to enjoy a fascinating story. Legendary Maestros is sure to educate and entertain readers of all ages, hopefully inspiring those who see themselves within these remarkable men to accomplish whatever they dare to dream, and to crush any barriers standing in their way.

The Little Book Cliffs wild horses have a diversity of colors, band sizes and ages. Through the introduction of wild horses from other herds, the range of colors within the herd is exciting and photogenic. Horses include palominos, paints, grays, blacks, bays, sorrels, blue and red roans as well as a few appaloosas. In recent years, a curly was also introduced and has since foaled. Band sizes range from two to 10 horses. Due to high public visitation, the wild horses are less skittish than other horses, so photo opportunities are ideal.

Show me thoughtfulness and I'll show you a loyal friend; the person willing to bend over backwards for others. I am an introvert so I tend to keep to myself and hold my own insecurities and struggles within but I am always an open ear for a good friend.

I am often energetic and upbeat with an extra serving of quirky. I love to "geek out" on science, particularly biochemistry and any science pertaining to health, nutrition, fitness, or animals. Although I struggle with weight issues and a serious sweet tooth I really enjoy fitness...horseback riding, kickboxing, pilates, and HIIT training are my favorites. I also have that crazy horse woman gene...the kind that makes us eat sleep and breathe horses....but at least I admit I'm crazy, right?

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This is a great series for the youngest of readers. Each book is about 30-35 pages, making it perfect for the horse lover who is still developing her reading skills. The books are fiction, but each one features a different breed of horse as the main focus. The book ends with facts about that breed. Titles include: Starlight, Patch, Snowflake, Diamond, Dash, Stormy, Belle, Lucky, Fancy, Penny. (Some of these books are out of print, but can be found used.) Reading Level 3.0

The Pony Pals series contains 30+ simple chapter books for your horse lover. My daughter loved these books all through elementary school. She would sit down with one and read it in under an hour. The plot is child-friendly and exciting. They are easy to get at the local library too! Reading Level 3.0

For over 65 years, Walter Farley has captivated readers with his adventure filled Black Stallion series. There are 20+ horse books written in this series full of bravery, instinct and survival. The first 4 are included in a best-selling Black Stallion Adventures set. Get your sense of adventure peaked with the set, or buy them all! Reading Level 5.5

This thrilling and engaging series follows the teenage years of Andi and her beloved mare Taffy. Titles include: Long Ride Home, Dangerous Decision, Family Secret, San Francisco Smugglers, Trouble with Treasure, Price of Truth. The boxed set is also an option: Circle C Adventures. Reading Level 6.0

The Keystone Stables series is great for horse-loving teens or preteens. It follows the story of a girl named Skye who has a painful past and is placed in a foster home with Christian foster parents who have a horse farm in their backyard. Her love for one of the horses compels her to stay and eventually allow her life to be changed by the gospel. Well-written in a contemporary time period, this story accurately informs about foster care, living out the Christian life, and of course, horses.

In Hope Rising and Bridge Called Hope, Kim Meeder shares stories from her experience rescuing horses from neglecting and pointing children to Christ. These are beautiful stories of redemption all centered around her ranch, which exists to use horses to help kids and families experience the saving hope of Jesus Christ. Due to the nature of some of the stories, it would be best suited for teens or could make a wonderful family read aloud.

As much as my daughter loves fiction, she also very much enjoys reading factual books about horses. She has learned much about caring for horses, riding horses, and even what the various breeds are most known for. Here are some of her favorites.

The Heartland series by Lauren Brooke has been a favorite of mine my whole life. Canada also sponsors the 14+ season TV series which is family friendly and phenomenal (never as good as the books but close!)

Thank you so much for this! My daughter was in tears tonight as we both read the last Pony Pal book. We have enjoyed months of bedtime reading in that series and are both so sad and will miss it terribly. But you have some awesome suggestions here and I cannot wait for us to try them out! Especially Sonrise Stables.

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