Poppet Press is pleased to invite you to a book signing on Sunday, March 14th   from 11am until 2pm at HITS /Purina Mills Kids Day at Post Time Farm, 13710, Hwy 27 in Ocala, FL.  Author Barbara Van Tuyl will sign copies of the newly released books, “The Sweet Running Filly,” and “A Horse Called Bonnie.”

The stories written by veteran horsewoman and Ocala resident, Barbara Van Tuyl, tell about life on the farm and at the track, a life full of characters, some good and some not so good.  With a lifetime of experience with horses and a profound affection and respect for the animal, Barbara weaves her practical knowledge of horsemanship into stories that will enchant all young horse lovers (and some older horse people as well).

The human protagonist of the stories is Julie Jefferson, a young girl from Ohio, who inherits her love of animals and by extension her obsession with horses, from her father.  She meets a thin, weedy looking filly at a junkyard standing in knee deep muddy water.  The father, a kind and perceptive man, sees a spark of affection between girl and horse and purchases the horse from the junkman.  Thus begins a series of adventures, which find Julie protecting her horse from crooks and swindlers and seeing her develop into a champion racehorse

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of each book during this special event will benefit the FTFM Foundation, a 501c3, non-profit corporation.  Its mission includes, granting scholarships to children of Florida horsemen who exhibit financial need, and gives assistance to other, related, non-profit 501c3 charities including Ocala Farm Ministry, Horse Protection Association of Florida, and Horses N Heroes on a monthly basis.

We hope you will join us in helping the Bonnie Books live on. The Bonnie books are now available on www.poppetpress.com and in retail outlets in the US and the UK soon.  Please contact Susan Benson to get involved or for further information about carrying the books in your store or website. 352 528 4763, ssportart1@mac.com