Mackenzie's life needs a complete makeover. Just like her retired racehorse. Halfway between a quarter-life crisis and a midlife one -- that's where you'll find Mackenzie O'Neill. With the glitter of West Palm Beach and the debris of a failed marriage in her truck's rear-view mirror, she's heading to North Florida to start over as a groom for show-jumper Basil Han and his girlfriend, Kayla Moore (The Sweetheart Horse). With her, she brings a retired racehorse she loves with all her heart, and her hope of taking him to the Thoroughbred Makeover competition in Kentucky. Oh, and a lot of emotional baggage about controlling men. She's looking forward to healing and personal growth on a quiet farm. She didn't know about the farrier renting stalls and an apartment in the same barn where she'll be living and working As Mackenzie works on repairing her life and retraining her off-track Thoroughbred, she finds it harder and harder to resist this quiet giant of a man, who rehabs racehorses with a gentle hand. But she knows better than to let a charming man past her defenses. Even one who lives just across the barn aisle. Even one who might be her only hope to get her beloved ex-racehorse to the Thoroughbred Makeover. Book Five in the heartwarming Ocala Horse Girls series brings back old friends and introduces new ones in a relatable, emotional, and thoroughly horsey adventure! Combining the best of romantic comedy and women's fiction, the Ocala Horse Girls are full of fun, heart, and friendship.

In this romantic comedy, a construction worker renovating a brainy, beautiful doctor’s home offers to give the love-shy lady some lessons in love. Neurosurgeon Julia Fitzgerald graduated high school at fourteen, whizzed through medical school and even became a successful navy captain. But when it comes to romance, she’s a dunce. No amount of education can help her find a date or understand what men really want. When handsome-as-heck contractor Kane Chatterson begins renovating Julia’s house, nothing in her medical training can explain the shiver she feels every time she looks at him. She only know he’s . . . distracting. Is it his strong, tanned forearms? His quiet, confident manner? Mr. Sexy Flannel Shirt doesn’t have any of the qualities Julia believes she needs in a man. But when he offers to help her find the perfect date, she reluctantly agrees. And as Julia gets schooled in the fine art of love, she realizes that Kane might be exactly what the doctor ordered . . .

Features new full-color photos and online resources Train, care for, and have fun with your horse If you're crazy about horses, this hands-on guide is all you need to giddy up and go. Featuring updates on breeds, boarding, nutrition, equipment, training, and riding, as well as new information on various equine conditions, this resource shows you how to keep your horse happy - and take your riding skills to the next level. Discover how to * Select the right horse for you * Feed, groom, and handle your horse * Recognize common horse ailments * Have fun in the saddle * Get involved in equestrian competitions

BEGINNERS TIPS FOR HORSE TRAINING - This is all you need to know about horseback riding BEFORE you take lessons!Voyage through the horses mind as this book will explore all the important factors that make horse training successful. These horse-training tips will bring amazing results. This book offers great tips — fun for both the horse and the person training the horse. This book presents simple training methods that draw from the insights and information presented throughout the book.

Bonnie and Sam are best friends who love horses. They befriend the ponies and horses in their Austrialian townexcept for one, Drover, who used to be wild. All she dreams about is getting back to the mountains to be free. One evening, when a wild, mountain horse—who could be Drover's twin—comes face to face with the cantankerous, corralled Drover, both horses get their chance at a new life. Illustrated with lively watercolor throughout, this endearing tale is a sure hit.

After the disappearance of Drover, a wild horse that looks like Drover appears in his place.

In the enchanting tale of Zoe Page, you'll be drawn into a world where the soul-stirring melody of hoofbeats intertwines with the symphony of her indomitable spirit. From the very beginning, life deals her tough choices, forging a resilient spirit that will leave an indelible mark on your heart. Amidst the picturesque landscapes of her trials and triumphs, you'll find yourself cheering her on, captivated by the genuine passion that radiates from within. As she embarks on a remarkable journey, her profound connection with horses becomes a mesmerizing dance of trust and understanding, a language beyond words that only her gentle touch can convey. Prepare to embark on an emotional rollercoaster, as you laugh in the face of adversity with her infectious humor, shed tears of empathy as she confronts heart-wrenching challenges, and share exasperated eye-rolls during moments of endearing stubbornness. Through it all, the true meaning of grit and determination will echo through the pages, reminding you of the strength that lies within the human spirit. There will be moments when her world feels like it's unraveling, and you'll experience the desperation of the brink of giving up, but don't lose hope. Together with Zoe, you'll discover the boundless wellspring of perseverance that resides in every soul, lighting the way towards redemption and growth. But this isn't just a story of personal growth; it's a testament to the power of selfless compassion. Zoe's unwavering commitment to giving back to her community, to lending a voice to those who can't speak, and to making a difference in the world will leave you awe-inspired. With every horse she rescues, every life she touches, and every friend she makes, Zoe embarks on a noble quest to enrich the world, one beautiful soul at a time. In this biographical fiction, you won't merely read about Zoe Page; you'll walk alongside her through every moment of joy and sorrow, savoring the magic of a young woman who finds her purpose in the profound connection between herself and the majestic creatures she rescues. Through her journey, you'll be reminded of the transformative power of love, perseverance, and unwavering dedication to making our world a better place.

How the Italian Renaissance reinvented the power of princes by rediscovering Vitruvius and his architecture—and justified their right to rule. In Vitruvius: Writing the Body of Architecture, Indra Kagis McEwen argued that Vitruvius’s first-century BC treatise De architectura was informed by imperial ideology, giving architecture a role in the imperial Roman project of world rule. In her sequel, All the King’s Horses, McEwen focuses on the early Renaissance reception of Vitruvius’s thought beginning with Petrarch—a political reception preoccupied with legitimating existing power structures. During this “age of princes” various signori took over Italian towns and cities, displacing independent communes and their avowed ideal of the common good. In turn, architects, taking up Vitruvius’s mantle, designed for these princes with the intent of making their power manifest—and celebrating “the rule of one.” Through meticulous descriptions of the work of architects and artists from Leon Battista Alberti to Leonardo, McEwen explains how architecture became an instrument of control in the early Italian Renaissance. She shows how architectural magnificence supported claims to power, a phenomenon best displayed in one of the era’s most prominent monumental themes: the equestrian statue of a prince, in which the horse became an emanation of the will of the rider, its strength the expression of his strength.

Saddle up and take the reins as you discover more than you ever knew about horses, ponies, and other four-legged friends from the family Equidae in this epic horse trivia book written just for kids! Whether you are a horse superfan, budding equestrian, or just plain curious, this trivia book is a galloping good time packed with fun facts about these majestic animals and how they’ve changed humans’ lives throughout the ages. Discover the answers to questions including: What was the horse’s oldest known ancestor like and in what era of Earth’s history did they live? How smart are horses? Why are Thoroughbreds called Thoroughbreds? What’s the difference between a trot, a canter, and a gallop? And so much more! Plus, you’ll learn about real horses throughout history, like the famous racehorses Flora Temple, Man o’ War, Seabiscuit, Secretariat, and French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte’s last horse, whose stuffed remains you can see in a museum to this day! With so much to learn all in one book, it’s time to giddyup and get reading.