Books by Michelle Bates

6 books · Ages 4–12

Known for the Usborne Pony Stories by Michelle Bates and Sandy Lane Stables series, Michelle Bates writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 1 standalone book, exploring themes of horses, resilience & perseverance, friendship & loyalty.

Series

A Horse for the Summer
The Perfect Pony
Riding Holiday
Usborne Pony Stories by Michelle Bates
3 books · Ages 7–12
Ride by Moonlight
The Midnight Horse
Sandy Lane Stables
2 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Strangers at the Stables
Strangers at the Stables
Michelle Bates
For children who love horses and stories about quick-thinking kids, this adventure shows how teamwork can save something
Ages 7–10

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
4 books
Strangers at the Stables
The Midnight Horse
Ride by Moonlight
Ages 8–11
6 books
Strangers at the Stables
A Horse for the Summer
The Midnight Horse
Ages 12–18
2 books
A Horse for the Summer
Riding Holiday

Common Themes

HorsesResilience & PerseveranceFriendship & LoyaltyFriendship & SocialSelf-Confidence & IdentityMaking FriendsFear & BraveryAnimals

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