Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight Podcast!

"Carly lifts the veil on what it’s like to be an author and entrepreneur in the horse industry. Her interviews feature equestrian professionals, ranging from authors to photographers, marketers and equine practitioners ...
She has a knack for turning strangers into instant friends. Her podcast is an extension of her wisdom as a decorated equestrian author and a genuinely kind human being."
- Horse Rookie, Equestrian Podcast Showcase
She has a knack for turning strangers into instant friends. Her podcast is an extension of her wisdom as a decorated equestrian author and a genuinely kind human being."
- Horse Rookie, Equestrian Podcast Showcase
The Equestrian Author Spotlight is a podcast featuring interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors, including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write or publish your own horse book.
If you are an author, aspire to be an author who writes about horses, or simply love horse books, then you are in the right place!
I'm your host Carly Kade.
If you are an author, aspire to be an author who writes about horses, or simply love horse books, then you are in the right place!
I'm your host Carly Kade.
Listen in now. Simply scroll down on this page for the episode directory or subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify or via RSS, so you’ll never miss a show. New episodes air twice a month.
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Equestrian Author Spotlight Podcast Episodes
“Someone needed to bring equestrian authors together on a podcast ... Check out {Carly's} podcast to meet some fabulous writers and find your next horse book!” - Natalie Keller Reinert, Author of Equestrian Fiction
I learn so much from other equine authors and appreciate how unique each of our writing journeys are. I love that all the authors featured in this series are linked through our creativity, passion for writing, and love of horses. I think it is so important to support each other. #authorsunite
Episode 120: On Horses Healing Trauma, Living with PTSD & Generating Awareness with Cheryl L. Eriksen
Episode 119: On Youthful Passions, Where Imagination Dwells & the Gift of Pause with Sarah V. Barnes
Episode 118: On Serendipitous Journeys, Interspecies Connections & Synchronicity w/ Nancy Lee Gerson
Episode 105: On Parenting Equestrians, Managing Expectations & Enjoying the Ride with Chad Oldfather
Episode 99: On Backlist Building for Income, Writing to Market & Understanding Tropes with Brittney Joy
Episode 92: On Going from Vet to Author, Australia & Writing What You Know w/ Elizabeth Woolsey, DVM
Episode 85: On Being of Service, Thoroughbred Aftercare & Therapeutic Use of Horses with Joell Dunlap
Episode 83: On Riding Cross-Country Solo, Following a Calling & Presence with Melissa A. Priblo Chapman
Episode 82: On Writing Short Stories, Launch Strategies & Instagram Relationships with Sarah Hickner
Episode 76: On Captivating Covers, Image Licensing & Writing Book Blurbs with Natalie Keller Reinert
Episode 75: On Celebrity Ghostwriting, Co-Authoring a Series & Trusting Stagnant Times w/ Rennie Dyball
Episode 74: On The Bookstore for Horse Lovers, Reuniting with a Horse & Self-Care w/ Heather Wallace
Episode 72: On Writing About Animals, Cozy Mysteries & Meeting Publisher Deadlines w/ Eileen Watkins
Episode 71: On Blogging Best Practices, Test Driving Ideas & Real Collaboration with Susan Friedland
A Horsey Holiday Special: Equine Authors Share Their Merry Memories + Horse Books Make Great Gifts
Episode 53: On Spectacular Bid's Hard-knock Life, Racehorse Research & Writing Muscle with Peter Lee
Episode 51: On Establishing Yourself as an Expert, the Triple Crown & Deadlines with Jennifer S. Kelly
Episode 49: On a Teacher Turned Author, Writing Groups & Horsehair Jewelry w/ Janet Wolanin Alexander
Episode 42: On Believing in Horses, Local Media & Telling Military-Related Stories w/ Valerie Ormond
Episode 33: On Writing Career Building Blocks, Equestrian Romance & Conquering Fear w/ Laurie Berglie
Episode 22: On Thrillers, Writing Community Activity & Editorial Feedback with Connie Johnson Hambley
Episode 21: On the Rise of Equestrian Fiction & Embracing the Gig Economy with Natalie Keller Reinert
Episode 18: On Fox Hunting, Working with Brands & A Story of Reluctant Blogging with Susan Friedland
Episode 17: On Being an Equestrian Influencer, Authenticity & Work/Life Integration with Raquel Lynn
Episode 14: On Therapeutic Riding, Writing Non-Fiction and the History of Grand Prix with Betty Weibel
Episode 11: On Conducting Research, Award Submissions & Taking a Book to Screenplay with M.J. Evans
Episode 10: On Starting a Freelance Writing Career, Grit & Loving Arabian Horses with Hope Ellis-Ashburn
Episode 7: On Persistence, Psychological Suspense & Moving from a Traditional Publisher w/ Laura Wolfe
Miss One Of My Equine Author Interviews?
No problem! If you're looking for a horse book to fall in love with. Look no further! Here are plenty of spur jingling equine authors to choose from. Just click the images below to check out my interview recaps and discover your next favorite horse book.
Intro & Outro Music: Road Trip courtesy of http://www.freesfx.co.uk