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Two New Mexico horsewomen have created a new children’s horse book for ages 4-9 called Quincy Finds A New Home. It is the first adventure of a red horse named Quincy and also the first of a new series, the Quincy the Horse Books, with several more on the way. In his first adventure, Quincy gets a new owner and goes to live in the biggest barn he has ever seen. He also meets Beau, a wise old horse who becomes his friend.inside

 

Quincy's new book, Quincy Moves to the Desert, is in the works. Stay tuned for photos and details to watch the illustrations in process.
 

Reviews

“Children will learn to bond with Quincy” -  Durango Herald. Read the review.

“Quincy learns everyone is loved for who he, she is” -  Albuquerque Journal. Read the review.

“A gentle heartwarming story...perfect for young horse lovers” - Children's Book Watch, Midwest Book Review

 

New! Build a Book

Camille Matthews, the author, now offers a teacher's curriculum on building a books. 2nd and 3rd graders work together to write, edit and design a book. Teachers receive hands-on information for guidance. Read more here. 

Awards 

 

Mom's Choice Award logo

Gold Winner of the Mom's Choice Award. The Mom's Choice Awards® program recognizes authors and others for creating quality family-friendly media, products and services.

 

Pinnacle Book Achievement Award

Also winner of the Pinnacle Book Achievement Award.

 

 

This classic, keepsake book is the the perfect gift for children ages 4-9.

It all starts here:

“Quincy was a little red horse.
His coat was the color of a new penny.
His mane and tail were long and shiny.
His eyes were soft and brown.
On his nose was a long white blaze.”

More about the book here.

The author and illustrator have done just about everything with horses. Author Camille Matthews provides Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) using rescue horses. She is an avid trail rider and lover of American Quarter horses. Illustrator Michelle Black is a professional trainer of dressage riders, a consultant on horse nutrition and a proponent of barefoot trimming for the natural hoof.

Camille and Michelle agree that the creation of the Quincy the Horse Books is their favorite project so far. For them it is an opportunity to express an artistic vision but more important an effort to bring the joys and challenges of life with horses to children who may never have direct contact with a horse.

They believe children will bond with Quincy. They note that children and horses share many qualities including sensitivity, authenticity, expressive communication and the need to rely on others for physical care. Both agree that the Quincy the Horse children’s books were born from a conviction that horses are good for children and children are good for horses. More about the author and illustrator.

 

 Calendar of Events

Upcoming Events

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Want an event in your neighborhood? A book demo, storytelling to kids, or a booksigning or another idea? Please contact us.  
   

Previous Events

Winterfest for APS Librarians

Wednesday, December 9 1:30 - 3:00

 Albuquerque, NM 

Share Reading-Toys for Tots Literacy

Andrea Kristina's Kafe and Books

Saturday, November 28

Farmington, NM

Northeast Elementary School Second Grade

"Build A Book Project"

Thursdays, November 12 & 19-December 3 & 10

Farmington, NM

Farmington Museum Volunteer Appreciation

Saturday, November 14 1:00-4:00

 Farmington Museum 

New England Booksellers  Trade Show

Thursday, October 1 to Saturday, October 3

 Hartford, CT.

Rocky Mountain Horse Expo

Friday, September 18
and Saturday, September 19

 Ignacio, NM

New Mexico State Fair

Thursday, September 17 t0 Monday, September 21

 Albuquerque, NM

Pacific Northwest Booksellers Trade Show

Friday, September 11 to Saturday, September 12

 Portland, Oregon

National High School Rodeo Finals

Saturday, July 18 to Saturday, July 25

 McGee Park, Farmington, NM 

Breyer Horse Festival at Kentucky Horse Park

Saturday, July 18  9 am to 5 pm
 

Lexington, KY