HEARTLAND by CATHRYN HEIN
The third book by Cathryn Hein, one of our favourite equine authors, is out now and is every bit as good as her earlier books.

Not just another rural romance writer, Cathryn Hein is wonderfully modern in her writing style and characters. You can tell she really knows both the rural life and horses too ... she's not merely a fan hoping her portrayal comes somewhere close. I loved both her earlier books and was eagerly awaiting this latest offering and certainly wasn't disappointed.

NEW RELEASE: Heartland

ALREADY AVAILABLE: Promises and Heart of the Valley

REDSTONE STATION by THERESE CREED
This is a debut novel for new kid on the block in rural fiction, Therese Creed.

The author lives on a 17,000 acre cattle property in Queensland and draws on her experiences of outback rural living in the book. It's a great read but not quite as horsy as some of the other titles.
Redstone Station by Therese Creed

THE FARMER'S WIFE by RACHAEL TREASURE
Here's an author that needs no introduction to fans of rural romance fiction. Her long-awaited sequel to Jilleroo is now out and ready to go.

True romance fans are going to be disappointed that Charlie and Bec, the stars of Jillaroo, don't live happily ever-after, but thats often how life is. It's a little bleaker than Racheal's usual stories; perhaps a reflection of the ups and downs her own life has been taking in recent years? Nevertheless, the legions of Jillaroo fans will be bursting with anticipation in reading her latest taste of rural living.

THE FIRST BOOK: Jillaroo
NEW RELEASE: The Farmers Wife

FLAME TREE HILL by MANDY MAGRO
Mandy Magro is one of my own favourite outback authors. Her first two books Rosalee Station and Jacaranda were both best-sellers and I'm sure her third book will be every bit at successful.

This book comes with some confronting themes throughout the story (I can't say too much or I'll give the plot away) which some will find a little strong. Others will find the heroine a strong character who is one to be greatly admired. Either way, it's another terrific effort from one of the forerunners in the rural fiction genre.
ALREADY AVAILABLE: Rosalee Station and Jacaranda
NEW RELEASE: Flame Tree Hill

Don't forget the third book in the fantastic A CIRCIUT series for teenagers is out now and ready to ship. Written by professional showjumper and the daughter of the New York Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, Georgina really does bring the world of professional showjumping to life.

Georgina's father is considered to be one of the richest men in the world, and you can't help but wonder if the character of Tommi is based on her own life? And I'm sure I can pick who the grumpy showjumping trainer is too. There are a few differences but I think we all know - LOL.

A little like a RIDERS (Jilly Cooper) for teenagers, this is a series both mum and daughter will really enjoy. Make sure you're up-to-date before the fourth book is released in September.

Book 1: The A Circuit
Book 2: My Favourite Mistake
Book 3: Off Course
COMING SOON
Book 4: Rein It In

MODERN EVENTING with PHILLIP DUTTON
Hot off the presses, this book is sure to become an instant best-seller.

It's a stunner ... really modern, terrific illustrations and covers all aspects of the sport. From riding to stable care and personal fitness training, this book is a must have for budding eventers of all levels. It almost makes me want to have a go myself
Modern Eventing with Phillip Dutton

HANGBAHN TRAINING with KURD ALBRCHT VON ZIEGNER - DVD
The latest in dressage training, straight from Germany, is Hangbahn training or "Up and Down" training.

This is a fabulous method of flatwork training. Many years ago I had a very hot, off the track thoroughbred who leaned on my hands so heavily he broke three of my fingers. Through trial and error I found that riding him on a slope was a god send. He had to learn to balance himself in order to travel safely up and down and leaning just wasn't an option. And wait until you try a canter volte on a slope whilst staying in frame. That sorts out contact issues in mere moments.

PART 1: THE SECRET OF A SUCCESSFUL HALT with REINHART KOBLITZ
A successful halt is the key to good riding. It's of greatest importance - often used and practiced, yet surrounded by uncertainty and misunderstanding.

This is the first in a new series of dressage training DVDs, that focus on specific aspects of dressage in a very detailed manner.

This DVD is really good and well worth watching. I've put the trailer on the website for you to look at, which of course, is just a small taste of the entire DVD.

Ingrid Klimke is the rider showing us all how easy it is. If only we all looked like that when we rode!