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Phantom Stallion E-Newsletter June 2009

June is Jumpin'

There's no reason for horse lovers to be bored this month! June is filled with horse shows and here are some of Terri's tips for enjoying every single minute you spend at one.

What do I wear? Clean jeans and a casual shirt are fine for most horse shows. Still, find out where you'll be sitting -- in a cool, covered arena or sunny bleachers? -- before you leave home. If you're sitting outside, wear sun screen and a hat or a cover-up if it looks like rain!

If you want to walk around the show grounds, closed shoes are best and don't plan on wearing your new boots for the very first time! Who needs to be distracted by ouchy blisters when there are horses to sigh over?

If the show you're attending is an evening event, attire may be dressier. Many show sponsors have websites featuring event photos from previous years and they serve as a pretty good guide to what-to-wear.

Should I take a buddy? YES! This is a good idea for all the usual reasons, plus your horsy pal can help spot the most energetic or elegant horses and alert you to bits you may have missed from the show announcer's explanation of how the horses will be judged. Predicting the winners is fun, too, and who can resist a game of "if I got to pick one horse out there for my very own..."

What do I eat? Most horse events -- even neighborhood gymkhanas -- have food or drinks available. They range from 4H-sponsored coffee cakes and cocoa stands to sit-down patios for salads and veggie-full sandwiches. The menu's often pretty pricey. Ex: $5 for a bottle of water. Check ahead of time to see if you're allowed to bring your own snacks. If not, have a healthy breakfast before the show, then, when your attention is more focused on your tummy's grumbling than the cantering in the ring, pool funds with your buddy and split something filling like popcorn.

As you take your seat, spot the closest exit and remember that you'll be lots happier if you locate the nearest drinking fountain and restrooms before you need them.

How can I see the horses close up? Most shows have a midday break. This is a good time to walk through stables or down rows of stalls if they're open to the public. Feasting your eyes on beautiful equines from a few feet away can be just as much fun as watching the horses compete and you may be lucky enough to see a "horse wash" in action!

Owners or trainers may let you pet the horses if you ask permission, but it's a bad idea to approach when the horses are warming up for a class or relaxing in their stalls. Why? Put yourself in the horses' position and you'll realize some are tired from traveling, others are nervous about their next event, and many are afraid of strangers! Don't take a chance of being nipped, or frightening a horse into shying and being hurt.

Never feed a show horse! These equine athletes and celebrities are much like their human counterparts. Many are on special diets. Your well-meant "treat" could mean a call for the vet!

Afraid you can't keep your hands to yourself around so many wonderful horses?

Here's a tip: Bring along a notebook and pencils so you can sketch the horses, write down the most interesting names, or jot down details to use in your next horse story!

One way to find a horse show near you is to use the search function here: http://www.horseshowcentral.com/hse_search.php

MAKE THE MOST OF QUIET TIME

On those days when you'd rather be inside than out, you might visit Writing Fix -- this fantastic website was honored by Writer's Digest magazine and its goal is to be writer friendly. Sponsored by the Northern Nevada Writing Project it's undergoing a Fall makeover, so feel free to visit and respond as much as you like this summer; you'll get to start all over again in September.

SHARE YOUR HORSEY ART

Terri loves to hear from her readers and letters decorated inside and out with horses are among her favorites!

Since her little country post office isn't up to handling lots of letters, please use this address:

Terri Farley
c/o HarperCollins Childrens Books
Author Mail
1350 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10019

This just in . . .

Have you noticed the two new pages on PhantomStallion.com? One features the real Phantom stallion and the other is tells how to arrange Terri Farley visits to your school or community.

Here's how you find them: Go to PhantomStallion.com 's home page, then glide your cursor over the photo of the real Phantom next to the Photo Album.

Next, look toward the middle of the home page and you'll see the glittering red hood of a car just like Terri's. As your cursor hovers there, you'll see the words: ZOOM ZOOM! That could be Terri coming to visit YOU!

Lots of schools are planning author visits for next year, and Terri loves meeting her readers, so print out Terri's AUTHOR VISIT page NOW and talk to your parents about giving a copy to the teacher, principal, or librarian you think would help plan a visit.

Phantom Stallion's Paradise, a fansite/forum dedicated to Terri Farley & the Phantom Stallion/Wild Horse Island books invites you to join us as we Bump up the Party this summer starting with a chat with our very own, Terri Farley!

Right now at PSP, you can take part in the Games and Contests in the Bump up the Party board and while you're there be sure to sign up to chat with Terri Farley!

You do not have to Sign Up to take part in the chat but there will be something special for everyone who does sign up!

What: A Chat with the world's greatest author TERRI FARLEY!
Where: At Phantom Stallion's Paradise Forum
When: Saturday June 6th at 9:00PM Eastern Time

If you have any questions you can PM Miastar (PSP's admin) or email PSP at psparadise.admin@gmail.com

Please note that if you are using the Mozilla Firefox Browser you will not be able to go to PSP. Microsoft Internet Explorer and Google Chrome however work great with PSP. You can get Google Chrome here

From Terri: I can't wait to see you at the party! Besides chatting, you'll have a chance to enter a PHANTOM STALLION TRIVIA contest with a twist. All of the questions will be based on Phantom Stallion books 10-14 and Wild Horse Island books 5-8!

The questions will be posted one at a time during my one hour visit to Phantom Stallion Paradise, and the prize will be a goody bag of Nevada souvenirs.

Sam's blog

It was getting on toward dusk, so I usually wouldn't have ridden out as far as War Drum Flats, but Ace had been restless, even in the heat of the day and I wanted to help him shake his sillies out.

As we'd crossed the bridge over the La Charla River, something rustled the blackberry bushes. A rabbit, I guess, but Ace tap danced all over the wooden planks and shied like that bunny was coming to eat him.

Where is Terri Farley?

June 6 --Grassroots Bookstore GRAND OPENING signing - 10:30
4890 Aircenter Circle #203
Reno, Nevada

June 13 Horse Expo
Young Rider Pavilion
10:45 a.m. - 11:45, 2:45 pm - 3:45; Sunday possible, stay tuned!
www.horsexpo.com
7183 Highway 49
Coloma, CA 95613

June 19 - 27 RENO RODEO booksignings -- (times to be announced later!)
Livestock Events Center
Reno, Nevada

Buy Phantom Stallion

Terri's books are available as ebooks!

Phantom Stallion books are available at your local bookstore and online at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, and Indiebound.org


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	Phantom Stallion E-Newsletter June 2009 June is Jumpin' There's no reason for horse lovers to be bored this month! June is filled with horse shows and here are some of Terri's tips for enjoying every single minute you spend at one. What do I wear? Clean jeans and a casual shirt are fine for most horse shows. Still, find out where you'll be sitting -- in a cool, covered arena or sunny bleachers? -- before you leave home. If you're sitting outside, wear sun screen and a hat or a cover-up if it looks like rain! If you want to walk around the show grounds, closed shoes are best and don't plan on wearing your new boots for the very first time! Who needs to be distracted by ouchy blisters when there are horses to sigh over? If the show you're attending is an evening event, attire may be dressier. Many show sponsors have websites featuring event photos from previous years and they serve as a pretty good guide to what-to-wear. Should I take a buddy? YES! This is a good idea for all the usual reasons, plus your horsy pal can help spot the most energetic or elegant horses and alert you to bits you may have missed from the show announcer's explanation of how the horses will be judged. Predicting the winners is fun, too, and who can resist a game of "if I got to pick one horse out there for my very own..." What do I eat? Most horse events -- even neighborhood gymkhanas -- have food or drinks available. They range from 4H-sponsored coffee cakes and cocoa stands to sit-down patios for salads and veggie-full sandwiches. The menu's often pretty pricey. Ex: $5 for a bottle of water. Check ahead of time to see if you're allowed to bring your own snacks. If not, have a healthy breakfast before the show, then, when your attention is more focused on your tummy's grumbling than the cantering in the ring, pool funds with your buddy and split something filling like popcorn. As you take your seat, spot the closest exit and remember that you'll be lots happier if you locate the nearest drinking fountain and restrooms before you need them. How can I see the horses close up? Most shows have a midday break. This is a good time to walk through stables or down rows of stalls if they're open to the public. Feasting your eyes on beautiful equines from a few feet away can be just as much fun as watching the horses compete and you may be lucky enough to see a "horse wash" in action! Owners or trainers may let you pet the horses if you ask permission, but it's a bad idea to approach when the horses are warming up for a class or relaxing in their stalls. Why? Put yourself in the horses' position and you'll realize some are tired from traveling, others are nervous about their next event, and many are afraid of strangers! Don't take a chance of being nipped, or frightening a horse into shying and being hurt. Never feed a show horse! These equine athletes and celebrities are much like their human counterparts. Many are on special diets. Your well-meant "treat" could mean a call for the vet! Afraid you can't keep your hands to yourself around so many wonderful horses? Here's a tip: Bring along a notebook and pencils so you can sketch the horses, write down the most interesting names, or jot down details to use in your next horse story! One way to find a horse show near you is to use the search function here: http://www.horseshowcentral.com/hse_search.php MAKE THE MOST OF QUIET TIME On those days when you'd rather be inside than out, you might visit Writing Fix -- this fantastic website was honored by Writer's Digest magazine and its goal is to be writer friendly. Sponsored by the Northern Nevada Writing Project it's undergoing a Fall makeover, so feel free to visit and respond as much as you like this summer; you'll get to start all over again in September. SHARE YOUR HORSEY ART Terri loves to hear from her readers and letters decorated inside and out with horses are among her favorites! Since her little country post office isn't up to handling lots of letters, please use this address: Terri Farley c/o HarperCollins Childrens Books Author Mail 1350 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10019 This just in . . . Have you noticed the two new pages on PhantomStallion.com? One features the real Phantom stallion and the other is tells how to arrange Terri Farley visits to your school or community. Here's how you find them: Go to PhantomStallion.com 's home page, then glide your cursor over the photo of the real Phantom next to the Photo Album. Next, look toward the middle of the home page and you'll see the glittering red hood of a car just like Terri's. As your cursor hovers there, you'll see the words: ZOOM ZOOM! That could be Terri coming to visit YOU! Lots of schools are planning author visits for next year, and Terri loves meeting her readers, so print out Terri's AUTHOR VISIT page NOW and talk to your parents about giving a copy to the teacher, principal, or librarian you think would help plan a visit. Phantom Stallion's Paradise, a fansite/forum dedicated to Terri Farley & the Phantom Stallion/Wild Horse Island books invites you to join us as we Bump up the Party this summer starting with a chat with our very own, Terri Farley! Right now at PSP, you can take part in the Games and Contests in the Bump up the Party board and while you're there be sure to sign up to chat with Terri Farley! You do not have to Sign Up to take part in the chat but there will be something special for everyone who does sign up! What: A Chat with the world's greatest author TERRI FARLEY! Where: At Phantom Stallion's Paradise Forum When: Saturday June 6th at 9:00PM Eastern Time If you have any questions you can PM Miastar (PSP's admin) or email PSP at psparadise.admin@gmail.com Please note that if you are using the Mozilla Firefox Browser you will not be able to go to PSP. Microsoft Internet Explorer and Google Chrome however work great with PSP. You can get Google Chrome here From Terri: I can't wait to see you at the party! Besides chatting, you'll have a chance to enter a PHANTOM STALLION TRIVIA contest with a twist. All of the questions will be based on Phantom Stallion books 10-14 and Wild Horse Island books 5-8! The questions will be posted one at a time during my one hour visit to Phantom Stallion Paradise, and the prize will be a goody bag of Nevada souvenirs. Sam's blog It was getting on toward dusk, so I usually wouldn't have ridden out as far as War Drum Flats, but Ace had been restless, even in the heat of the day and I wanted to help him shake his sillies out. As we'd crossed the bridge over the La Charla River, something rustled the blackberry bushes. A rabbit, I guess, but Ace tap danced all over the wooden planks and shied like that bunny was coming to eat him. read more Where is Terri Farley? June 6 --Grassroots Bookstore GRAND OPENING signing - 10:30 4890 Aircenter Circle #203 Reno, Nevada June 13 Horse Expo Young Rider Pavilion 10:45 a.m. - 11:45, 2:45 pm - 3:45; Sunday possible, stay tuned! www.horsexpo.com 7183 Highway 49 Coloma, CA 95613 June 19 - 27 RENO RODEO booksignings -- (times to be announced later!) Livestock Events Center Reno, Nevada Buy Phantom Stallion Terri's books are available as ebooks! Phantom Stallion books are available at your local bookstore and online at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, and Indiebound.org