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Hilary Walker

Biography

Hilary Walker hails from England, but currently lives in Maryland with her husband, two horses, two English bulldogs, schizophrenic barn cat and somewhat tame ginger house cat.

An avid dressage rider, she has written horse-related short stories, fiction and non-fiction books. Her short stories have won competitions in the United Kingdom and the United States.

The Jack Harper Trilogy is a new Christian inspirational series through which Hilary hopes to bring readers to a richer understanding of the merciful nature of Christ, Who is always working in our lives to bring us closer to Him.

Smashwords Interview

What's the story behind your latest book?
"The Jack Harper Trilogy" began as one short novella, "Riding Out the Devil."

The book was inspired by my son's heroic battle with ulcerative colitis. Witnessing his determination not to let this awful disease define who he is, I was moved to create a protagonist with the same illness. My son has proved that a normal life is possible, and I set out to show this through Jack Harper, a talented horse trainer and lapsed Catholic with a dark past.

My uncle read the book and said: "There is a much bigger book trying to get out."

He was right, and the trilogy was born!
What do your fans mean to you?
Feedback from fans of my books has been vital in encouraging me to continue writing, as well as helping me decide which direction my next book should take. I do listen!

For example: I was going to finish writing about Jack Harper after this trilogy. But so many readers have asked for more books about him that I am now working on his next trilogy! :)
Read more of this interview.

Where to find Hilary Walker online

Website: https://hilarywalkerbooks.wordpress.com/
Twitter: @CruzBay
Facebook: Facebook profile
Wattpad: HilaryWalker7
Blog: http://christiantales.weebly.com/spiritual-blog

Where to buy in print

http://www.amazon.com

Books

The Horse Who Hated Christmas by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,410. Language: English. Published: December 24, 2017 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Holiday » Christmas, Fiction » Humor & comedy » General
Paula's mare gets colic every Christmas, but her owner has no idea why because she has to go away over the holiday. She always comes back to a very sick horse and a huge vet bill. This year Paula doesn't have to travel. Finally, she can get to the bottom of the mystery! Enlisting the help of a friend, she gets down to some serious detective work. What they discover is not at all what they expect!
Riding Out the Turbulence: Companion Short Story to The Jack Harper Trilogy by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 6,110. Language: English. Published: March 23, 2017. Categories: Fiction » Christian » Short stories, Fiction » Christian » General
A short story. Financial adviser Tim is annoyed to be visiting his parents' farm over Thanksgiving. But instead of a boring country break, his trip becomes an occasion of grief and intense introspection. When he thinks he can return to normal life in the Big Apple, he witnesses two events which challenge his views on life. Will Timothy answer God's call? Or revert to his materialistic lifestyl
Shoestring Rider by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 9,420. Language: English. Published: December 7, 2014 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Humor & comedy » General, Fiction » Women's fiction » General
Emma’s horse Wisdom doesn’t calm down in front of his fences even after private lessons with the barn instructor Ms. Larimar and the trainer gives up on her. Emma is desperate to solve the problem so she can compete her horse in one day events, but lacks the money to take her horse to a professional for help. Enter Jason Etaloni, horse trainer and television star.
The Horse Who Went to Church by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,450. Language: English. Published: June 1, 2014 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Humor & comedy » General
A rider hauls her horse in the trailer to church before the dressage show on Sunday. Shortly before Mass, the escaped gelding is galloping round the pews and terrifying the parishioners. Does the priest react by throwing the owner out of the church with her horse? And, most important of all, does she ever make it to the dressage show?
The Dog with Two Lives by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,360. Language: English. Published: September 9, 2013 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Nonfiction » Science & Nature » Animals, Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Pets & livestock
Scamp is a Jack Russell of dubious breeding and unconventional colors who doesn’t let that stop him from being determined to come home with us. Once ensconced in our hearts, he embarks on a series of hair-raising adventures, one of which results in his premature first death.
The Horse Inside by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 6,300. Language: English. Published: June 18, 2013 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Women's fiction » General, Fiction » Inspirational
Low-level rider Catherine and her ex-racing mare don’t fit in at the dressage barn. She gets laughed at by the other boarders when she hopes to be chosen to ride on a team at the upcoming dressage show. But the day of the show proves a total surprise to everyone, especially Catherine.
Optimism Made Simple by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,780. Language: English. Published: February 20, 2012 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Nonfiction » Inspiration » Personal inspiration, Nonfiction » Inspiration » Spiritual inspiration
This is a short anthology of five true, inspirational stories which illustrate the amazing power of optimism. Coupled with forgiveness and charitable thinking towards those who wish us evil, positive thoughts can resolve the toughest of situations to produce a happy result.
Invalid Argument by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,410. Language: English. Published: January 12, 2012 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Humor & comedy » General, Fiction » Literature » Plays & Screenplays
Shoppers mob a large man trying in vain to get out of his ostentatious vehicle, which he’s parked in a disabled parking space without a disabled sticker. But they’re in for a big surprise when they discover the truth.
Gloves by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,430. Language: English. Published: December 5, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Contemporary
Stunning Kirstin thinks physical perfection is essential to gain the true love. Losing a finger in an accident makes her feel imperfect and therefore unlovable. When the handsome Gordon falls for her on the Austrian ski slopes, Kirstin is quick to dismiss his feelings as fake. But in doing so, she risks losing more than her finger ...
Bridled Passion: A Horse Trilogy by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 6,250. Language: English. Published: November 23, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Nonfiction » Home & Garden » Pets & livestock
Three true stories. Two of them are about an old ex-racehorse who sheds her bad habits and serious behavioral issues to become a consistent winner, the author’s equine soul-mate and a teenage girl’s savior. The third follows the change in her son Cruz Bay from a rejected, accident-prone foal to winner of blue ribbons.
Hillie's Story by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,170. Language: English. Published: November 13, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Nonfiction » Science & Nature » Animals
Living in Germany made it difficult to find a Golden Retriever, a rare breed over there. My husband and I had to fly to Hanover to check out a new litter of puppies. Over the next fourteen years Hillie shared horse trail rides with us, skied with us in Austria, traveled to Italy and America and got arrested in England. She was a truly international family member!
How Not to Rescue a Racehorse by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,120. Language: English. Published: October 24, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Nonfiction » Sports & outdoor recreation » Equestrian
The tale of an attempted racehorse rescue behind a not-so-dumb husband’s back!
Unfairly Ewesed by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,270. Language: English. Published: October 17, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Humor
A family’s mission to clear their Golden Retriever’s reputation as a vicious sheep-killer has an unexpected outcome!
The Ulu Blues by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 6,110. Language: English. Published: September 1, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Literature » Literary
The family goes on a fabulous Alaskan cruise. But far from being interested in seaplane tours, jumping whales, and seals basking on ice floes bathed in the glow of sunset, Grandmum has one thought -- and one though only: finding and purchasing a ulu. What exactly is a ‘ulu’ and why does Grandmum want one so badly?
A Dog Named Blue by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,260. Language: English. Published: July 25, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Literature » Literary
When the author sets out to find a big companion dog, little does she expect to take home a huge Great Dane who knocks her over! As a beloved family member, Blue creates colorful memories and captures her four year old son’s youth in an unforgettable sunset tableau.
Cracklin' Ginger by
Price: Free! Words: 1,780. Language: English. Published: June 20, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Literature » Literary
(1.50 from 2 reviews)
Working for a school project at a horse rescue facility, Nelson falls for the one horse which can’t be found a new home. Several years later, he visits the rescue center to see the mare who stole his heart -- only to find that Toscana is gone. What does ‘gone’ mean?
Felicity's Show Flair by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,220. Language: English. Published: May 18, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Humor & comedy » General
After Felicity's groom ran off with her husband, the last thing she needs is the series of unfortunate riding incidents that befall her at a local horse show. So many things go so badly wrong in full view of the foul Caroline Smigean-Smythe, local reporter, who will take full advantage of the situation to make Felicity’s life even more embarrassing. But who’ll have the last laugh?
Bird Feathers and Horse Tails by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,110. Language: English. Published: May 1, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Anthologies » General
This enchanting collection contains three short flash stories and one poem designed to be read while curled up in a comfy chair. Enjoy the romance of a stranger communing with a wild bird in Lugano, Switzerland. A governess cart ride through the snow to Midnight Mass at Christmas. The antics of a foal as he encounters snow for the first time. And dastardly deeds at the local horse barn!
The Naga of Lyon by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,140. Language: English. Published: March 15, 2011 by JMS Books LLC. Categories: Fiction » Humor & comedy » General
An executive’s wife sees a camel running down the highway towards Lyon, a big city in France. Yet her husband refuses to believe her. That night she and the camel embark on a series of unforeseen and humorous adventures, but still her husband refuses to believe the animal exists. That is, until she gets the last laugh.

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