My Writing Journey
My path to publication has been anything but linear. It began with articles for Natural Horse Magazine in the early 2000s, exploring holistic approaches to horse care that were still considered "alternative" at the time. I illustrated books for Peggy Cummings, combining my training as an artist with my passion for Connected Riding. I wrote short stories that won contests. And after fifteen years of carrying a promise made to the Spirit of the Horse, I finally brought In It for the Horses into the world.
Here's a look at where my writing and artwork have appeared over the years:
Here's a look at where my writing and artwork have appeared over the years:
Books
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In It for the Horses: A Journey from Whips to Whispers My memoir exploring the transformation from traditional, force-based horse training to partnership and connection. Originally titled A Council of Horses: Life Lessons Straight from the Horses' Mouths , the first ten pages won first place in the 2023 Idaho Writers Guild Writing Competition, Nonfiction Memoir category.
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Connect With Your Horse from The Saddle
I co-authored this innovative book with Peggy Cummings, the originator of Connected Riding®. I also illustrated this book, which reflects cutting edge instruction based upon postural analysis of horse and rider applied to the guidelines of classical horsemanship. Connected Riding Books, © 2015.
I co-authored this innovative book with Peggy Cummings, the originator of Connected Riding®. I also illustrated this book, which reflects cutting edge instruction based upon postural analysis of horse and rider applied to the guidelines of classical horsemanship. Connected Riding Books, © 2015.
Contests and Awards
"The Conversation Piece"
First place, 2023 Idaho Writers Guild Writing Competition, Short Story
"The Roundup"
Third place, IDAHO Magazine Annual Fiction Writing Contest, 2023
Published online, Summer 2023
First place, 2023 Idaho Writers Guild Writing Competition, Short Story
"The Roundup"
Third place, IDAHO Magazine Annual Fiction Writing Contest, 2023
Published online, Summer 2023
Cover Art
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Cover art for JAHVMA Vol. 70, Spring 2023
Journal of American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association Betsy (fine art giclée print, open edition, on archival paper from an 8.5” x 8.5” pencil drawing) is the work of artist Nancy K. Camp and depicts a Belgian draft mare. In 2011, Nancy filmed and documented a local Idaho rancher using a draft team to feed cattle in winter. One head shot inspired her to create a portrait of this kind, hardworking mare. |
Illustrations
Connected Riding: An Introduction
Illustrated Peggy Cummings' first instructional book for the Connected Riding® method.
Written by Peggy Cummings with Diana Deterding
PRIMEMEDIA Enthusiast Publications, Inc., © 1999 | Second Edition by Outskirts Press, © 2014
Connect with Your Horse from the Ground Up
Illustrated Peggy Cummings' groundwork method instructional book.
Written by Peggy Cummings with Bobbie Jo Lieberman
Connected Enterprises, Inc., © 2011
Illustrated Peggy Cummings' first instructional book for the Connected Riding® method.
Written by Peggy Cummings with Diana Deterding
PRIMEMEDIA Enthusiast Publications, Inc., © 1999 | Second Edition by Outskirts Press, © 2014
Connect with Your Horse from the Ground Up
Illustrated Peggy Cummings' groundwork method instructional book.
Written by Peggy Cummings with Bobbie Jo Lieberman
Connected Enterprises, Inc., © 2011
Articles
"Why Do Bodywork on Animals?"
Explores the importance of addressing compensatory movement patterns to ensure longer, healthier lives for horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 11, Issue 4, July/August 2009
"Granite's Return to Riding"
Chronicles the rewarding journey of rehabilitating one of the most complicated horses I've encountered.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2008
"Vaccines and Immunity: Interview with Carolyn Libby"
Follow-up interview to my article on vaccinosis.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 9, Issue 6, Nov/Dec 2007
"Vaccinosis: An Issue Worth Pondering"
Investigates hidden dangers of vaccines and over-vaccination in horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 9, Issue 2, March/April 2007
"Putting Your Training on Target"
Explores positive reinforcement training (clicker training) with horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 7, Issue 4, 2005
Reprinted as feature article in The Clicker Journal , Winter 2006
"My Lessons from Strider: A Case History"
Follows rehabilitation efforts for a horse with multiple challenges.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 7, Issue 2, February 2005
"High Touch® Jin Shin Energy Balancing for Your Horse"
Introduces Jin Shin basics adapted for horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 5, September 2002
Reprinted in Linda Tellington-Jones' TTeam Connections Newsletter , June 2004
"What Every Rider Needs to Know About Equine Dentistry"
Originally published in Peggy Cummings' Connected Riding Newsletter
Revised version: Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 4, 2002
Further revision: Linda Tellington-Jones' TTeam Connections Newsletter , 2003
Explores the importance of addressing compensatory movement patterns to ensure longer, healthier lives for horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 11, Issue 4, July/August 2009
"Granite's Return to Riding"
Chronicles the rewarding journey of rehabilitating one of the most complicated horses I've encountered.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2008
"Vaccines and Immunity: Interview with Carolyn Libby"
Follow-up interview to my article on vaccinosis.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 9, Issue 6, Nov/Dec 2007
"Vaccinosis: An Issue Worth Pondering"
Investigates hidden dangers of vaccines and over-vaccination in horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 9, Issue 2, March/April 2007
"Putting Your Training on Target"
Explores positive reinforcement training (clicker training) with horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 7, Issue 4, 2005
Reprinted as feature article in The Clicker Journal , Winter 2006
"My Lessons from Strider: A Case History"
Follows rehabilitation efforts for a horse with multiple challenges.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 7, Issue 2, February 2005
"High Touch® Jin Shin Energy Balancing for Your Horse"
Introduces Jin Shin basics adapted for horses.
Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 5, September 2002
Reprinted in Linda Tellington-Jones' TTeam Connections Newsletter , June 2004
"What Every Rider Needs to Know About Equine Dentistry"
Originally published in Peggy Cummings' Connected Riding Newsletter
Revised version: Natural Horse Magazine , Vol. 4, 2002
Further revision: Linda Tellington-Jones' TTeam Connections Newsletter , 2003