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Pony books, pony stories or pony fiction form a genre in children's literature of stories featuring children, teenagers, ponies and horses, and the learning of equestrian skills, especially at a pony club or riding school. Development of genre The 1877 novel Black Beauty, although about a horse and not a pony, is seen as a forerunner of pony book fiction. Pony books themselves began to appear in the late 1920s. In 1928 British lifestyle magazine Country Life published Golden Gorse's The Young Rider which went to a second edition in 1931, and a third in 1935. In the preface to the third edition, the author wrote: "Since then the outlook on children and their ponies has changed very much for the better." She also noted an increase in equestrian pastimes: "Five children seem to be learning to ride today for one who was learning seven years ago." Many pony books today encourage the young rider to look at life from their ponies perspective, including the Connemara Pony Adventures and the Saddlestone Connemara Pony Listening School series by Irish author, Elaine Heney. Critical commentary The pony book genre is "frequently deemed idealistic," "cater[ing] for those typical fantasies of perfect friendship with an idealized companion." A critic noted in 1996 that the genre had "been relegated firmly to the sidelines". A 2009 article posed whether readers of pony-series fiction could do more than simply get another book in the series, much as a young collector of My Little Pony toys would be compelled to add to their collection. The article noted an alternative view of the value of pony fiction; it introduces young readers to wider literature. Authors of pony books See also References. Discover the Elaine Heney popular books. Find the top 100 most popular Elaine Heney books.
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The Adventure Horse - Book 5 in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids
Elaine HeneyAunt Lisa and her horse Matilda arrive over for a visit from Ireland. Her niece, 12 year old Clodagh and her horse Ozzie are invited to join them on a sponsored charity ride throug...
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Saddlestone Connemara Pony Listening School Conor and Coconut
Elaine Heney9 year old Conor lives in Donegal with his three year old Connemara pony Coconut. He loves all animals and dreams of becoming a vet when he grows up. When Conor wins a place with C...
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The Forgotten Horse - Book 1 in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids
Elaine HeneyWinner of the Best International Equine Fiction Award at the EQUUS Film & Arts Fest 2022, California USA When a mysterious grey pony called ‘Ozzie’ appears in the paddock by...
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The Stolen Horse - Book 4 in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids
Elaine HeneyWith police warnings of horse thieves in the area, 12 year old Clodagh and her pony Ozzie take extra precautions to stay safe. But when some horses go missing from the local riding...
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The Show Horse - Book 2 in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids
Elaine Heney12 year old Clodagh begins riding lessons at the local riding school, with her Connemara pony, Ozzie. But when Clodagh and Ozzie appear at Briary riding school for their first less...
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Saddlestone Connemara Pony Listening School Sinead and Strawberry
Elaine HeneyNine year old Sinead lives in Waterford with her much loved Irish Connemara pony Strawberry. After falling off Strawberry yet again, her parents decide that Strawberry is too dange...
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The Riding School Connemara Pony - The Coral Cove Horses Series
Elaine Heney12 year old Ciara lives with her family in a charming ivy clad house, on a busy street in Blueriver town. Her favourite day of the week is Saturday, when she gets a riding lesson a...
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Adultez para Principiantes - Habilidades para la vida para hijos adultos, adolescentes, estudiantes de preparatoria y universidad El regalo de supervivencia para adultos
Matilda Walsh¡Felicidades, el día finalmente ha llegado! ¡Oficialmente eres un ADULTO! Lo cual es genial en teoría, pero quizás un poco más estresante en la práctica… Esto es lo que se te vien...
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Saddlestone Connemara Pony Listening School Fiona and Foxtrot
Elaine Heney9 year old Fiona lives in Kildare with her beloved Connemara pony Foxtrot. She dreams of earning a spot on the Irish young riders dressage team. But Fiona’s world shatters when she...
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Das vergessene Pferd
Elaine HeneyGewinner des Best International Equine Fiction Award beim EQUUS Film und Kunstfestival 2022, Kalifornien/USA Als ein geheimnisvolles graues Pony namens “Ozzie” auf der Koppel ne...
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The Castle Charity Ride and the Connemara Pony - The Coral Cove Horses Series
Elaine Heney12 year old Ciara and her friend Molly are planning a seaside charity horse ride as a fundraiser for their local animal rescue centre. Disaster strikes after a late summer storm wa...
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The Mayfield Horse - Book 3 in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids
Elaine HeneyElaine Heney is an Irish horsewoman, film producer at Grey Pony Films, #1 bestselling author, and director of the awardwinning 'Listening to the Horse' documentary. She has helped ...
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The Christmas Connemara Pony - The Coral Cove Horses Series
Elaine HeneyChristmas is just around the corner in the charming seaside village of Coral Cove. Twelve year old Ciara, her Connemara pony Misty, her best friend Molly and her pony Ranger are ha...
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Adulting for Beginners - Life Skills for Adult Children, Teens, High School and College Students
Matilda WalshCongratulations, the day has finally arrived! You’re officially a GROWN UP! Which is great in theory, but maybe a bit more stressful in practise… Here’s what’s coming towards you ...
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The Surprise Puppy and the Connemara Pony - The Coral Cove Horses Series
Elaine HeneyElaine Heney is the #1 bestselling author, awardwinning filmmaker, director of Grey Pony Films, and creator of the 'Listening to the Horse(TM)' documentary. She has helped over 120...
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Saddlestone Connemara Pony Listening School Roisin and Rhubarb
Elaine HeneyLiving in Cork with her beloved Connemara pony Rhubarb, nineyearold Roisin dreams of becoming an international event rider. When she wins a place at the globally renowned Saddlesto...
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101 Life Skills and Tips for Teens - How to succeed in school, set goals, save money, cook, clean, boost self-confidence, start a business and lots more.
Matilda WalshThe Ultimate Life Skills Guide for Teenagers: How to Succeed in School, Relationships, and Life Being a teenager isn’t easy! From growing up, dealing with school, peer pressure an...
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101 Life Skills Every Kid Needs to Know
Matilda WalshThe Ultimate Life Skills Guide for Kids: How to Thrive at Home, in School and Beyond! As children grow up, there is a lot to learn! From making friends, cooking, learning about th...
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The Lost Horse - Book 6 in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids
Elaine HeneyAs Halloween approaches, 12 year old Clodagh is certain she saw a grey horse in the woods around the manor house. Are these the ghosts of Lilly and her horse Veillantif, which loca...
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The Shipwreck and the Connemara Pony - The Coral Cove Horses Series
Elaine Heney12 year old Ciara and her friend Molly discover an old Spanish Armada ship washed up at Coral Cove. Is this the mystery ship that locals say sunk hundreds of years ago, with hidden...
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The Smart Elementary School Teacher - Essential Classroom Management, Behavior, Discipline and Teaching Tips for Educators
Matilda WalshCongratulations, you’re an elementary school teacher! But the question is, what’s next? You might be beginning your career as an Elementary School Teacher, and you’re both excited...