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Books by Laura Holt-Haslam

Inspiring horse loving readers of all ages

Standalone Novella

Sundance
From grieving to healing: a horse, a boy, and the power of friendship.

Twelve-year-old Malachi Adams has always felt like an outsider. Ridiculed by his stepfather and bullied by his classmates because of his stutter, he finds solace in his dog, Sunny. After his mother takes Sunny to the vet to be euthanized, Mal is devastated he hasn’t been given the opportunity to say goodbye.
When Mal gets lost in the woods, he discovers an abandoned pregnant mare. Believing that Sunny has led him to this horse, Mal decides to care for her and keep her safe until she gives birth.

After his classmate, Amelia, learns of Mal’s secret, she offers to help. But even together, caring for a horse—and her newborn foal—is no easy task.

This story will capture the hearts of animal lovers and anyone who has ever felt like an outsider.

Recommended for ages 8 and up. 

Emily Edwards Equestrian Extraordinaire

2022 Winnie Award winner

Twelve-year-old Emily Edwards is confident she has what it takes to become an accomplished equestrian. She’s read every horse book in the library, watched countless how-to videos, and can name every Kentucky Derby winner since 1875. There’s only one obstacle standing in the way of her success.

She’s never ridden a horse.

When Emily wins an essay contest and is awarded a full scholarship to a week of horse camp, she’s ready to impress the staff with her knowledge and skills. Unfortunately, the no-nonsense head instructor doesn’t recognize the brilliance Emily knows she possesses. But that isn’t Emily’s only struggle. Learning how to make friends and be a friend may prove an even greater challenge than becoming an equestrian extraordinaire.

Recommended for ages 9 and up.

Sofia's Story

Sofia Ruiz's story begins with 2021 Winnie Award winner, Sofia's Surprise.
This heart-warming series about horses, friendship, and discovering family in unexpected places will inspire horse-lovers of all ages.

Recommended for ages 8 and up.

Guided Journals

Studies show that practicing gratitude leads to greater happiness, improved relationships, higher self-esteem, reduced stress, and better performance in school.
These engaging journals will help animal loving tweens unleash the life-changing power of gratitude.

Recommended for ages 8 and up.