Fiction Chapter Horse

Some animals have minds of their own. This is certainly the case for Mariska, the horse escape artist; Milkshake, the charging cow; and Pony, the runaway goat! When these animals put their minds to something, they can't be stopped - especially when they are causing mischief. In Horse Escape Artist, you'll find out how these determined animals caused chaos in three hilarious stories.

Eight-year-old Maggie has a keen eye for noticing things in the Enchanted Forest that no one else does - like unicorns, griffins, and tiny flying horses with wings. One day while Maggie is herding sheep with her pesky stepbrother, she stumbles upon an injured flying horse. Maggie's heard of a stable that might be able to help, but it's all the way on the other side of the forest. Maggie must set out on a journey full of dangerous trolls, goblins, and others who get in her way. Will Maggie reach the stable in time to save her new friend?

Being the new kid is never easy… Tilly has just moved to Kent Cove with her family. The only thing that she can look forward to is her horse named Patches. When she is riding and jumping with Patches, Tilly is flooded with confidence. If only she had the same confidence in making friends. At her new school, Tilly struggles with her homework and the bullies who tease her. At home, she struggles with her loneliness and her brother who constantly pushes her away. When Tilly experiences a serious horse-riding accident, it’s a wakeup call for everyone. Tilly’s brother realizes just how ...

A woman flees an abusive husband and finds hope in the wilds of the Arizona desert. Rebecca Quinn escapes her controlling husband and, with nowhere else to go, hops the red-eye to Arizona. There, Gaby Strand - her aunt’s college roommate - gives her shelter at the Salt River Inn, a 1930’s guesthouse located in the wildly beautiful Tonto National Forest. Becca struggles with post-traumatic stress, but is enthralled by the splendor and fragility of the Sonoran Desert.

Some secrets change everything… Twelve-year-old Grace Whitaker has always loved horses—but nothing prepares her for Angel Glory, a breathtaking white mare with an almost heavenly presence and a story waiting to be revealed. When Grace discovers a dusty old trunk hidden in the tack room of the abandoned barn, she uncovers a mystery long buried: faded photographs, champion ribbons, and the forgotten legacy of a remarkable horse named Glory’s Light—a champion whose history was deliberately erased. Why was Glory’s Light removed from their family’s story? Who hid the truth—and why?...

Spirit of the Stable by R. L. Mathis is a thoughtful and gently inspiring adventure for young readers ages 8–12. Spirit is a young horse learning what it means to belong. In the quiet routines of the stable—morning light, steady work, and careful lessons—he begins to understand that growth does not come from speed or strength alone. It comes from patience, awareness, and the courage to stay calm when the world feels uncertain. As Spirit encounters new situations, unfamiliar sounds, and changing expectations, he learns how to listen, how to wait, and how to trust both himself and those...

David Lee is 12 years old and disappointed in his father Earl, a once-famous rodeo clown who has quit the circuit and moved David to a small town in Vermont to start a new life. David has a hard time adjusting to life as a “normal” boy and is hurt that his father never allowed him the chance to be his partner in the rodeo arena. When Earl tries to buy David a horse at auction, David pretends to have no interest in it, and the horse is sold, instead, to a 70-year-old woman named Sarah Tierney.

True friendship means never letting go. 11-year-old Madison had it all in Kent Cove, never expecting her life to change. But when she decides to break free from her toxic friendship with Lori, her life is met with new challenges. Madison discovers her new friends are true when they protect one another from a rabid dog and bullies at school. But Lori won’t go away. Madison struggles with pressure from Lori, who is eager to regain Madison's friendship. Will Madison ever open the friendship door for her again? This captivating story follows a young girl as she tackles the many challenges of ...

Isabel is a spirited eleven year old girl who lives on Angel Ridge Horse Ranch in the little town of Misty Springs, Colorado. "Winners never quit and quitters never win, for I serve the mighty God that lives deep within!" This has been her faith motto since she was three years old. Can her faith help her beat Kip Johnson in the bare back race this Thanksgiving, even though she's a girl? Will it help her uncover the family secret that Grandmother Biltmore never wants her to find out? Will she survive "girl" camp? Follow Isabel and her lovable horse, Starlight, on a wonderful adventure in ...

Despite the disfiguring injury that ended Old Sam's career as a champion thoroughbred trotter, he is still as fast and as canny as ever, an indispensable help for the Scott family in their new home. Then, Old Sam mysteriously goes missing. Johnny figures that any thief who dares to steal that horse will soon be sorry. With the help of Lee and their gang of friends, Johnny soon has things well in hand, finding Old Sam's track, setting up a communication system that works with mirrors and well-placed minions, and generally running circles around his elders.

Trevor Evans has been teaching the children a useful skill - how to read a map. To test out their new skills, the children separate into teams to race each other to the top of Mount Pontypandy. James and Sarah are on one team, and Mandy and Norman are on the other. When Norman decides he doesn’t need to use the map though his team runs into trouble, and Fireman Sam and the fire department are soon on their way to the rescue!

Meet Roger the unfortunate frog in his very first comic caper! Poor Roger is sick and tired of his life in the pond. Unloved by his parents, Freda and Frank, and fed up of eating nothing but flies day after day, he decides that he will venture forth to seek his fortune in the Big Wide World. Bidding his family farewell, he embarks on a daring voyage of discovery, meeting a series of weird and wonderful creatures along the way, all of whom test his bravery (not to mention his patience!) to its very limits… Will Roger find the magnificent new life he has always dreamt of? Or will he learn ...

Cowgirl Kate and her horse, Cocoa, love getting up early and herding cattle on the range. They are the closest pals, even though they don't always see eye to eye.

When Lindsay joins Pony Club with Midnight, a whole new world is opened up. But is Midnight already too old? After a bad trailering experience, Lindsay's dad thinks Midnight should be retired, and Lindsay should move on to their younger horse, Moon. But, will Lindsay be able to handle such a high spirited, defiant horse? Lindsay's friend Penny now has her young filly home, and Midnight can't take his eyes off of her - could it be love?

Erica Silverman's Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa books have received widespread acclaim for their witty rhyming, clever wordplay, and heartwarming lessons. This time around, Cowgirl Kate and her faithful horse Cocoa are venturing onto the farm in the pouring rain. Kate's prepared, but now Cocoa's not sure he wants to even go outside. These two inseparable friends delight young listeners with their playful - and this time, wet - antics.

Soar back into the world of dragons in the thrilling, fiery sequel to New York Times bestseller Dragonborn. “Their fate rests in the hands of the Twilight Child.” Having discovered her true identity as dragon, Alex Evans must embark on a dangerous quest to stop Drak Midna and his war against...

Get ready, because Cowgirl Kate and her horse, Cocoa, are back for more adventures on the range. These two best friends love to spend time together - they just don't always see eye to eye. When Kate decides it's time for Cocoa to get new horseshoes, her favorite horse has other ideas. And Kate might have to get sneaky to convince Cocoa to get new footwear.

Windsor Heights has proven to be full of surprises for the Wrights. Lindsay spends most of her time riding her beloved horse, Midnight, while her mom, Lisa, is trying to keep up with her on a young spirited ex-race horse. When Lindsay's dad tries his hand at riding, he quickly realizes that riding can be dangerous.

As Lindsay struggles to improve on her riding skills, Moon, the spirited ex- race horse does not make things easy for her. Will taking lessons with Anne be the key to unlocking Moon's talent? Lisa finds the Gage Canal to be an enticing new source of entertainment for her children. And on a fateful Thanksgiving Day, Lindsay, Jeffrey and Beau receive an unexpected gift. Then, after a devastating accident involving Lindsay's friend Penny, things change.

Gently nudging his way into Kate's room, Cocoa declares that he no longer wants to live in the barn. The house is much nicer for a horse. So it's up to Kate to convince him that the barn isn't as bad as it may seem.