One of the most popular forms of entertainment for horse lovers is horse books, which have delighted horse lovers, young and old, for generations. With everything from Black Beauty to the Black Stallion to Misty of Chincoteague and National Velvet, the classics bring back memories for many adult horse lovers. However, there are a whole host of modern-day horse books to delight readers of various genres, including romance, mystery, drama, adventure, informational non-fiction options, etc. Learn more about the various options for horse people, check out recommendations for winter reading options, learn about the authors who write for readers, check out excerpts, and more.

Podcast Episode #8: Vet Adventures and Your Winter Reading List for December 23, 2021 from Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products
December 23, 2021
In the eighth episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products, hosts Glenn the Geek and Sarah Evers Conrad talk to Horse Illustrated columnist Dr. Courtney Diehl about her Vet Adventures and Rebecca Didier from Trafalgar Square Books about a...

Podcast Episode #7: Friesians, Equestrian Blogging Adventures, and Having a Horsey Holiday Season for November 23, 2021 from Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products
November 23, 2021
In the seventh episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products, hosts Glenn the Geek and Sarah Evers Conrad talk to Jason Tice about the Friesian breed and the Friesian Horse Association North America, freelance writer Susan Friedland of Saddle...

Podcast Episode #5: Breakaway Roping, Brooke USA and Bolder, Braver, Brighter for Sept 28, 2021 by Straight Arrow Products
September 28, 2021
In the fifth episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products, hosts Glenn the Geek and Sarah Evers Conrad talk to breakaway roping superstar Jackie Hobbs-Crawford about her illustrious competitive career and being a mom, Dwayne Hildreth about his work...

Watch Out for Your Blind Spot: An Excerpt from Bolder, Braver, Brighter by Daniel Stewart
September 28, 2021
An excerpt from “Bolder, Braver, Brighter” by Coach Daniel Stewart Few things will stand between you and successfully training your horse more than you and your thoughts when those thoughts are defeating and doubtful. Limiting Yourself Negative thoughts are often called limiting beliefs because they limit how much you believe...

Episode 1: Riding Every Breed, Van Hargis, and Dream Horse Mysteries for May 25, 2021 from Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products
May 25, 2021
In this inaugural podcast episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products, hosts Glenn the Geek and Sarah Evers Conrad talk to Alyssa Mathews, who has the ultimate dream job, about how to discover the various horse breeds. We...

Meet Horse Fiction Writer Catherine Hapka
May 25, 2021
Horse fiction writer and lifelong horse lover Catherine Hapka has written many books including for the Horse Diaries and Pony Scouts series. If it feels like you can never get your hands on enough horse books, then you’ve probably already fallen in love with one or both of these awesome...

Equestrian Influencer: Horse Book Illustrator Jean Abernethy
May 17, 2021
It started with horse book illustrator, Jean Abernethy in the year 2000. A bay horse with a blaze started life with a sense of humor. His eyes were different than any other horse; they were too big for his face, contributing to his goofiness. His heart was in the right...

Winter Reading List
September 9, 2020
Single-digit temperatures. Water trough skating rinks. Ice crystal whiskers. When a riding day becomes a reading day this winter, brew another cup of coffee and start catching up on your reading with these horse books. Memoirs for Horse Winter Reading Rough Magic Lucy Prior-Palmer is the youngest person and the...

Virtual Bookstore Launches for Horse Lovers
September 2, 2020
To highlight the community of equine authors and reach readers who love horses, the Bookstore for Horse Lovers has been launched. Featuring both independently and traditionally published authors, the virtual bookstore is a unique platform dedicated to promoting authors of horse books. Readers may search authors in the following categories...

25 Best Horse Books for Kids
August 13, 2020
We’ve rounded up the best books for horse-crazy kids. Here’s our list of horse fiction favorites. Classics 1. Black Beauty by Anna Sewell This ultimate classic, published in 1877, is told through the horse’s point of view and teaches empathy for working horses. 2. Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry...
