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Marguerite Henry Fan Mail and Pen Pals

Before I had even started writing my memoir Marguerite, Misty and Me, I happened upon people who wrote letters to Marguerite Henry, and she wrote them back.  For example, my first...

Marguerite Henry Fan Mail and Pen Pals

Before I had even started writing my memoir Marguerite, Misty and Me, I happened upon people who wrote letters to Marguerite Henry, and she wrote them back.  For example, my first...

Marguerite Henry Western Heritage Award | Bronze Statue | Mustang Wild Spirit of the West

Life Advice from Marguerite Henry

Marguerite Henry, the popular children's author best known for horse books, won multiple awards during her 55+ year career. While researching Marguerite Henry for my book Marguerite, Misty and Me,...

Life Advice from Marguerite Henry

Marguerite Henry, the popular children's author best known for horse books, won multiple awards during her 55+ year career. While researching Marguerite Henry for my book Marguerite, Misty and Me,...

palmonio pinto Chincoteague pony mare with adult rider in a green pasture

The Time I Rode a Chincoteague Pony in Minnesota

When I attended the annual Pony Penning Week made famous by Marguerite Henry's horse books based on Misty of Chincoteague, I had no idea I would ever have a chance...

The Time I Rode a Chincoteague Pony in Minnesota

When I attended the annual Pony Penning Week made famous by Marguerite Henry's horse books based on Misty of Chincoteague, I had no idea I would ever have a chance...

Chincoteague Ponies heads above water swimming during Pony Penning. Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry. Horse books

Vacation Inspired by Misty of Chincoteague

In 2023, I booked a trip to Chincoteague Island, Virginia, in order to see the real setting where my favorite childhood horse book, Misty of Chincoteague, took place. My goal...

Vacation Inspired by Misty of Chincoteague

In 2023, I booked a trip to Chincoteague Island, Virginia, in order to see the real setting where my favorite childhood horse book, Misty of Chincoteague, took place. My goal...

Best Equestrian Sun Shirt

Best Equestrian Sun Shirt

Over the years I've worn a variety of equestrian sun shirts. My current crush, and I believe the best equestrian sun shirt line for both sun protection and fashion, are...

Best Equestrian Sun Shirt

Over the years I've worn a variety of equestrian sun shirts. My current crush, and I believe the best equestrian sun shirt line for both sun protection and fashion, are...

National Sporting Library red brick building set on a hill in Middleburg Virginia. Horse books. Marguerite Henry. Wesley Dennis.

National Sporting Library & Museum Storied Frie...

If you love history and horse books, head to the historic town of Middleburg, Virginia and visit The National Sporting Library and Museum located on the edge of Washington Street. It will...

National Sporting Library & Museum Storied Frie...

If you love history and horse books, head to the historic town of Middleburg, Virginia and visit The National Sporting Library and Museum located on the edge of Washington Street. It will...