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Carleton Brooks and Traci Brooks share their decades of knowledge, expertise, and winning ways in their first book, With Purpose: The Balmoral Standard. Carleton is a widely respected horseman, a large 'R' judge, and member of the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame, and Traci has spent more than 30 years developing horses and riders, guiding them to victory at the biggest shows in the country.

David Watts and Johnny Winall have over 30 years’ experience as independent bookies. Their shocking story takes you behind the scenes that some in the horseracing world would rather not see the light of day. Their roller-coaster journey takes in some staggering tales from the Grand National, Cheltenham Festival, and Royal Ascot. Along with a refreshingly honest account of some calamitous business dealings, the book reveals how bookmakers think and hot to improve your chances of winning.

There is a misconception that rock climbing is only for tough, macho guys and adventure junkies. Rock climbing certainly requires a lot of strength and energy, but this can be acquired by anyone willing to learn and dedicate some of their free time to it.

Tie-down roping is a tough competitive sport that is thrilling to watch and compete in. Learning the ropes as a beginner can be challenging, so we are going to lay it all out for you. There is information in this book for everyone, from professionals all the way to the very beginner just starting the process of learning the ropes. We cover everything about the sport of tie-down roping, from learning how to rope, the sanctioning bodies, a brief history of the event, and the tools of the trade you will need to learn and succeed.

In this book, you will discover all of the knowledge you need to pick ropes, throw properly, problem-solve your tie-down roping issues, and gain a thorough understanding of the industry, along with historical information that built the sport as we know it today. This book will help you build the confidence to be able to pursue tie-down roping effectively and efficiently. You will be able to practice your rope throws and learn about the importance of your wrist and elbow angles.

You will learn every tip and trick available in the industry to help solve your trailering fears. Work on the problem loader, and find tips and tricks to maintain your vehicle along with a comprehensive list of what needs to be done and when. After listening to this book, you will have everything you need at your fingertips to trailer successfully. The first ever truly in-depth trailering book. Contains the trailering secrets of the industry no one wants to share with you!

Building a barrel horse and training program is essential to being competitive in the industry. You need to understand all aspects of this exciting sport to be able to train properly and set yourself up around each barrel. There are many components of riding a barrel horse, and in this series, we will be giving you all of the top tricks, tips, and training drills you need to become an expert barrel racer with time and practice to become a successful horseman or woman and execute your barrels.

Racing horses is an amazing and thrilling experience. Whether you have a horse on a race track or around the barrels, there isn’t much that is more exciting! In this book, we will be discussing all the aspects of this challenging and awesome sport. Follow us as we walk through the history of barrel racing, conformation, and how to find your next champion. You will be a barrel racing expert by the end of this book. Learn exciting tips and tricks that will take your barrel racing to the next level. Look and feel confident in your horsemanship skills!

Crafted for the beginner to the professional, everyone will be able to take skills, drills, and tactics from this book and become the horseman or woman they have always dreamt of being. Lessons from world-class barrel racers and an AQHA industry professional of 18 years guide you step-by-step in an easy-to-digest form. This book is like taking lessons without even being on your horse, then you can apply everything you have learned.

Are you looking for a new challenge or a way to spend your free time? Do you love animals? Are you also a sport lover? Then horseback riding might be the perfect hobby for you. In this book, you will discover how to understand your horse, how to own a horse, how to prepare for a ride, different riding styles, how to ride a horse, safety measures to be aware of, and much more. The step-by-step guide in this book is so easy to follow that you will have success with it, even if you have failed at every other hobbies in your life.

Hope . . . From the Heart of Horses explores and celebrates the relationship and bond possible between horses and humans. Each chapter offers a life lesson about trusting one's instincts, honestly addressing emotions, achieving clarity in communications, and releasing negative thoughts. Because survival depends on being highly tuned to the thoughts and feelings of others, horses sense human intentions rather than what a person offers in facial expressions, which creates a remarkable effect on the relationship between these two distinctly different species.

The foundational work you do now is critical, and you’ll always have it to fall back on. Make sure your horse is never spooked in a dangerous moment again…From desensitizing and disengaging to backing up, these are fundamental training procedures you can’t afford to get wrong...and they’re not procedures you’ll only ever have to engage in once. You don’t need to spend years in equestrian school to learn these skills: You simply need access to all the essential knowledge distilled and explained in one clear resource.

The foundational work you do now is critical, and you’ll always have it to fall back on. Make sure your horse is never spooked in a dangerous moment again. From desensitizing and disengaging to backing up, these are fundamental training procedures you can’t afford to get wrong, and they’re not procedures you’ll only ever have to engage in once. You don’t need to spend years in equestrian school to learn these skills: You simply need access to all the essential knowledge distilled and explained in one clear resource, and that’s exactly what you’ll find in this guide.

Are you a middle or high school student who dreams of riding at the college level one day? Written with insider knowledge of both the college admission process and the strategies employed by top coaches when assembling their teams each season, the goal of this audiobook is to help you understand not only how many options riders have after high school, but also how to choose the opportunities that are the best fit for your educational future.

Hasty Lady’s seven wins in a row to ultimately become the 2021 Winningest Horse of the Randall-Cranwood Meet at Thistledown, proved all but a miracle for her 98-year-old owner Harry Burns. It was an impossible dream come true, a reason to look forward to each new day.

Congratulations on deciding to take the step of adding a horse to your life! By now, you’ve made plenty of hard decisions, such as choosing the right horse and finding an ideal environment for him. But now it’s time to interact with your horse. Interaction can be intimidating regardless of how much equine experience you have.

Shopping for a horse is unlike shopping for anything else. Not only are horses very big, but they can be very expensive, too. They have very specific needs and personalities that match their large size. Such a huge investment of time and money needs to be taken very seriously.

Isaac Burns Murphy (1861-1896) was one of the most dynamic jockeys of his era. Still considered one of the finest riders of all time, Murphy was the first jockey to win the Kentucky Derby three times, and his 44 percent win record remains unmatched. Despite his success, Murphy was pushed out of thoroughbred racing when African American jockeys were forced off the track, and he died in obscurity. In The Prince of Jockeys: The Life of Isaac Burns Murphy, author Pellom McDaniels III offers the first definitive biography of this celebrated athlete.

From the pen of Texas writer Michael Johnson, comes the tale of his three teachers, Shine, Joe Ben, and the horse called Blue....

Horseheart offers a simple, concise, and unique approach to horsemanship. This book, written for equine lovers ranging from the casual enthusiast to the seasoned expert, explores the four horse personalities and reveals the secrets of how to quickly and efficiently connect with each one. With a splash of humor, farrier Tim Prindle also demonstrates how horses can help us learn about ourselves and facilitate growth in our own lives.