Evy is out with her horses, Rusty and Twilight, when she comes across a dead moose. Things get worse when she discovers a very young, now orphaned calf standing over his mother’s body. She is determined to save the calf, but before she can, Twilight, her mustang filly, disappears. Evy sets out to rescue her, only to stumble upon even worse danger: illegal hunters who will do anything to keep their poaching a secret. Will Evy become one of their victims?

“I want more! I am so happy the series Winnies on the Wind is coming out so fast on Audible. I love love these books and it’s such a joy to be able to listen, as I don’t have much time to read. I hope they keep coming out like hot cakes!”

The post Spring of the Poacher’s Moon Audiobook appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

As I walked, the sun glowed on a thousand shades of green. I met only patient, friendly people (who when Copper, my exuberant half-grown pup, lunged at them to be petted, just thought he was cute). When I reached the ocean, I deeply breathed the sea mist rolling in off the strait, and found some blooming Periwinkle turned wild. I came home happy and at peace.

Forest bathing started in Japan, where it is called shinrin-yoku, and to do it, you just ‘be’ in the forest, taking in the sights, smells, sounds, feel, and even the occasional taste (the Miners Lettuce was delectable today). The benefits of forest bathing include stress relief, relaxation, mind clearing, mood restoration, and increased vitality. While forest bathing, you’re not required to exercise or hike or jog. You simply connect to your surroundings. I’ve heard the practice likened it to a bridge… forest bathing bridges the gap between the natural world and us.

I can’t say that my life is very removed from nature because of where I’m blessed to live, but still, like most people, I spend the majority of my time indoors. An hour in the forest and mist is literally that breath of fresh air that allows me to reconnect, refresh, and rebuild my joy.

Even better, when I’m ready to head back into my little house, I feel like I have a bit of the magical wild within me. And Miner’s Lettuce too.

The post Forest Bathing appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

How can this moment be immeasurably rich?

Instantly, the warm water felt more luxurious. The blues in my forget-me-not heart tattoo looked as bright as pieces of the sky. As I massaged the tattoo in the way the artist had instructed, the gentle contact felt deeper, more rejuvenating.

It was an enlightening heart-warming feeling… so I asked myself the question more times as the day progressed.

Colors were brighter after the question. Food was more delicious. Not only that, but it gave me ideas. Once the question was answered with me suddenly remembering that I have a cappuccino mix in the very back of my coffee cupboard, that I’d literally forgotten about for years! I made some cappuccino, my first since I went to a coffee shop over a year ago, and thoroughly savored it as I remembered my last cappuccino with my grown daughter on a sunny day in Texas.

Another time, I realized that it would make the moment richer to take Copper (my half grown pup) out to play with his friend, and for half an hour, I soaked in their enjoyment and excitement and joie de vivre as they ran around and tussled.

Another effect has been this little bit of writing. I’m struggling with resistance to moving on as a novelist for adults, and the way that manifests is procrastinating on writing anything! So I asked myself: How can this moment be immeasurably rich?

The answer came. Show up to the page. So I opened a fresh Word document and started to type… and this little blog post poured out.

Now, feeling blessed, I will ask the question again. This is living the rich life.

The post A Better Kind of Rich appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

A New Audiobook for Children that continues Freedom’s story!

It’s so new, I haven’t even updated my website yet! Here’s a sample!

Alice’s best friend has become horse-crazy – just as Alice realizes she’s afraid of horses. Terrified of losing her friend, Alice is relieved to meet Freedom, Jani’s young horse. She hopes that being around a foal will help her be around big horses.

That night, Alice is in a terrible accident. Half the town goes out searching for her, and Jani and Penny join the horseback hunt. But how can they find Alice when Freedom keeps running off on wild goose chases? The young filly’s strange history might mean she knows more than the average horse. Maybe she’s on Alice’s trail. But she might also be reacting to echoes from her past.

Then Jani finds out about Alice’s illness – and knows she has to take a chance.

“I loved ECHO too. The whole series, starting with A Horse Called Freedom, is just sooo, sooo good.” ~ Goodreads review

-OOO-

Available on multiple platforms as an ebook (find a link to your online ebook vendor HERE), and on Audible, Amazon, and iTunes as an audiobook.

Audible US   –   Audible UK   –   Audible Canada   –   Audible Australia

Or search for “Echo Dorsey” at the Amazon of your choice!

And just in case you haven’t yet listened to FREEDOM or know this wonderful mustang’s origins, it’s worth a read or listen too! However, it’s not necessary to read the first book to completely enjoy ECHO.

The latest review on the FREEDOM audiobook:

“Great Story! A heartfelt yet somewhat spooky story. I always enjoy a wonderful horse story, but with the added mystery it makes it even better. Moments of sadness, anger and love this book has it all. Aven Shore absolutely brought these characters to life. Her voice was a perfect fit for this book. Well done!! This is book 1 and can be read as a standalone. I highly recommend this book!” ~ Sisters Spotlight

The post Children’s Audiobook Release appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

Will her fear overwhelm her? Will she have the courage to do the right thing?

From the Back:

Alice’s best friend has become horse crazy—just as Alice realizes she’s afraid of horses! Terrified of losing her friend, Alice is relieved to meet Freedom, Jani’s young horse. She hopes that being around a foal will help her be around big horses.

That night, Alice is in a terrible accident. Half the town goes out searching for her, and Jani and Penny join the hunt.

But how can they find Alice when Freedom keeps running off on wild goose chases? The young filly’s strange history might mean she knows more than the average horse. Maybe she’s on Alice’s trail. But she might also be reacting to echoes from her past.

Then Jani finds out about Alice’s illness—and knows she has to take a chance.

This link should take you to your Kindle store, no matter which country you’re in: CLICK HERE!

If you haven’t read the first in the series yet, FREEDOM is on Kindle Unlimited for a while longer, plus available for a reduced price on Amazon – or you prefer to listen, it’s on Audible as well, narrated by the talented Aven Shore. Click HERE for your KINDLE store or HERE to get the Audible Links.

Happy Reading!

The post If you ever wondered what happened to Freedom… appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

Audiobooks have been used traditionally by teachers and parents of second-language learners, learning-disabled students, and struggling readers or nonreaders, and have proven successful in helping these children realize the joy of reading.

But audiobooks are excellent for average, avid, and gifted readers too! Reading Rockets lists the benefits of audiobooks to kids at all reading levels:

– Introduces students to books above their reading level
– Models good interpretive reading
– Teaches critical listening
– Highlights the humor in books
– Introduces new genres that students might not otherwise consider
– Introduces new vocabulary or difficult proper names or locales
– Sidesteps unfamiliar dialects or accents, Old English, and old-fashioned literary styles
– Provides a read-aloud model
– Provides a bridge to important topics of discussion for parents and children who can listen together while commuting to sporting events, music lessons, or on vacations
– Recaptures “the essence and the delights of hearing stories beautifully told by extraordinarily talented storytellers” (Baskin & Harris, 1995, p. 376)

With that in mind, horse-loving girls need audiobooks too! Please consider FREEDOM, performed by the amazing Aven Shore!

Available on Audible, Amazon, and iTunes! Amazon links below:

US       Canada       UK       Australia

The post Why Kids Need Audiobooks appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

The Horse Guardian stories are a little different from the usual juvenile horse books, and I hope that you give them a shot. When these books were published in Europe, they were called the Horse Angel books – and that’s a good hint as to what you’ll find inside. They are exactly the type of books I loved as a child: horses and girls bonding, lots of adventure, and a touch of magic!

I truly believe that if you love stories about horses and the girls who love them, girls who conquer their obstacles by being brave, or smart, or kind, or finding skills they didn’t know they had, that you will simply love this collection.

AMAZON US ~ AMAZON UK ~ AMAZON CANADA ~ AMAZON AUSTRALIA

Available for Purchase and on Kindle Unlimited

DARK FIRE ~ DESERT SONG ~ CONDOR MOUNTAIN ~ SWIFT CURRENT

“I LOVE books that place girls in strong protagonist roles and Dark Fire certainly does this. Ms. Dorsey has written a story about a young, determined girl who is fearlessly devoted to her friends, family and horses. She’s willing to risk anything to right the wrongs she sees. This makes Dark Fire an excellent book for young girls in particular.”

“Great story! I love the way Angela spins each of her stories. It’s so easy to visualize what she’s written.”

“It’s not every book that gets me to cry. This book has the perfect ending.”

Sign up for my Newsletters HERE to read about new releases, great deals, movies, and Twilight!

The post Horse Guardian: Books 1-4 Now Available! appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

The post Coming in November! appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

Carly Kade is a wonderful author for horse loving adults, and writes about horses, horse shows, western pleasure, and handsome cowboys! I felt so honored when she asked to interview me on her blog. I hope to feature her work here in the future as well.

And bonus, she’s running a promo right now. Her books, “In The Reins”, “Cowboy Away”, and “Show Pen Promise” are all free on Kindle Unlimited for a short time.

Thank you, Carly, for featuring my work!

The post Interview at Carly Kade’s Website appeared first on Angela Dorsey.

And almost as amazing, to celebrate the release of this fabulous collection, it’s FREE on April 6 & 7 (Saturday and Sunday)!

Evy can telepathically understand horses, but she’s not sure if it’s a blessing or a curse. What she is sure of: her secret “gift” seems to get her in lots of trouble!

Ride along with Evy, Rusty, and Twilight on their many adventures in this complete collection.

From other Amazon Kindle Readers:

Winter of the Crystal Dances – “If you love horses, if you love adventure, and if you love a good underlying mystery you are going to love this series. I read all nine books in a matter of days”

Spring of the Poacher’s Moon – “I can’t get enough of this series. I love it!”

Summer of Wild Hearts – “Easy read. Daughter loves them, and so do I.”

Autumn in Snake Canyon – “My daughter and I are loving this series! Well-written.”

Winter of Sinking Waters – “I would recommend this book to anyone that loves a good book, loves animals and horses. Great read and hard to lay the book down.”

Spring of Secrets – “Every book she writes is amazing and so much fun to read! My daughter cannot put them down. We look forward to each and every book!”

Summer of Desperate Races – “Loved reading this book and I am having a hard time setting any of the books that Angela Dorsey has written down….just finished book no.7 and have LOVED them all so far…….I bought the whole series so the only sad part is that there is only 2 more books in the series.”

Autumn of Angels – “Just finished the book and I loved it!!! Cannot wait to start book #9!!! Thanks for writing such good good books!!!!”

Winter of the Whinnies Brigade – “Wonderful series! I’ve read it twice and still can’t get enough of Evy and her adventures! I really wish there were more books. I think this is a must read for everyone who likes adventure, horses, friendship, and excitement!”

Click on your country’s name to get your copy:   USA   UK   Canada   Australia

Available on all other Amazons and Kindle Unlimited as well. ENJOY!

The post WHINNIES ON THE WIND: THE COLLECTION appeared first on Angela Dorsey.