They appear in all sorts of genres, from epic fantasy to the zombie post-apocalypse, but horses can be one of the most difficult topics for authors to get right.
This illustrated guide gives writers a leg up on their fictional equines. You'll find practical tips for crafting authentic equines in your works, avoiding the most common mistakes, and making your four-legged characters gallop right off the page. Included are essential illustrations, real-world inspiration, historical insights, helpful quick reference guides, example passages, and more.
Includes information on: - Travel on horseback and by carriage- Equine archetypes- Mounted fighting and war horse training- Worldbuilding a horse culture- Inventing fantasy horse breeds- Riding and driving basics- And much more!
