Saturday, August 13, 2011

The Great Summer Reading Giveaway Continues...

Now that we've officially reached the Dog Days of Summer, I'm so pleased to offer a copy of my ebook, The Head and Not The Heart, as part of Equestrian Ink's Great Summer Reading Giveaway. I personally can think of no better use for summer than lounging next to an air conditioner, reading the day away - at least until it cools off enough to go riding!

The Head and Not The Heart is a novella about a young woman named Alex who is facing a quarter-life crisis: Can she live without horses? It's a question I've asked myself many, many times over the years, and I think at some point we all have to make hard decisions that might draw us away from our equine friends.

Alex soon realizes that there are no easy answers. Having spent the past few years managing a Thoroughbred farm in Ocala, Florida, she finds herself wandering the dark streets of New York City in pursuit of a different life, questioning everything she's ever valued.

When I set out to write The Head and Not The Heart, I drew from my experiences at two very different aspects of the horse industry, from the sprawling breeding farms of Ocala, Florida, to the cramped and cold backside of the New York City racetracks. (And there's a smidgen of some of the strange places I've found myself in the city, too!) Writing about the places I have lived and loved has been one of the most enjoyable aspects of this books for me.

You can read the first chapter of The Head and Not The Heart at my blog, Retired Racehorse.

If you'd like to win a copy of the ebook of The Head and Not The Heart, leave a comment in the comment box and the winner will be randomly selected on Friday, 8/19.
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15 comments:

  1. summersmomAugust 13, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Would definitely love to check out your new book! Sounds like a great story :)

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  2. ClareLorraineAugust 13, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    For a life long horse lover I am very excited about Natalie's book and returning to this website!

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  3. AbbyAugust 13, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    I loved the first chapter and can't wait to read the rest!

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  4. 3ChunkyMonkiesAugust 13, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Hoping for a book here but I'm sure I can find it if necessary.

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  5. RebeccaAugust 13, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Looks like a great book!

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  6. NicholasAugust 13, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Have a copy, enjoyed it. If you don't win, plunk down the $4, you won't be disappointed.

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  7. Kris H.August 14, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Sounds like a book I'd like to read!

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  8. DreamingAugust 14, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Oh, pick me! I want to win! My in-laws were considering retiring to Ocala and on our visit all I could do was gape at the gorgeous horse farms! The book sounds very interesting - I love the name you chose for the horse!

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  9. BT KeeneyAugust 14, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Having lived near Ocala myself and been able to enjoy the Florida Horse Park in the area, I'm sure I would enjoy this story! Thanks for having a giveaway.

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  10. HorsesAndTurbosAugust 16, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    Comment Comment Comment!

    :)

    Sounds like my story...horse lover from birth, had horses until I had kids, divorce, remarry, decided I was not going to have any more...then fell in love with the horse next door. When she became available for sale...well, she's here, I have another gelding, and the two minis...:)

    I could not live without horses!

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  11. Minus PrideAugust 16, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Oh I would like to sign up please!!! I'm getting such a great book-want list from the summer giveaway!!

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  12. Once Upon an EquineAugust 16, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    I'm in. Chapter 1 has me hooked.

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  13. larry AAugust 17, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    This summer has been full of good horse racing victim. This is a fine addition to the club.

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  14. Jennifer L.August 18, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    I can't wait to read your book! :)

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  15. GoLightlyAugust 18, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Pick me, pick me!!

    (crosses all appendages.)

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