Jump in and join this amazing group for classical principles and equestrian insights! In 2025, our book club focuses on a range of topics to enhance our knowledge through bi-monthly book reads chosen from our participants’ suggestions and votes. We’ll host six engaging livestream discussions where we summarize the books as well as feature additional guest lectures from prominent equestrian authors and influencers. We’ve chosen six books (one book every two months, with a guest speaker/author on the off months) so that we have plenty of time to relax and read without stressful deadlines.
We explore horsemanship across disciplines and countries with carefully selected books covering fundamentals, natural horsemanship, equine science, classical dressage perspectives, movement for longevity, historical insights, and more. Q&A are embedded live as well as follow each discussion.
Sip your favorite beverage during our lively online events. We’ll share mixology recipes and invite you to do the same. If time is tight, no worries, you are always welcome. Join the conversation anytime and enjoy proprietary summaries and slides provided for you to follow along live or peruse at your convenience. Recordings will be available for any-time playback if you can’t make a live broadcast and stay available posted in the group.
Annual subscription: $95.00.
Click Signup button above to join the 2025 group.
A Facebook account is required for private group access.
Partnering with Xenophon Press, we offer a 10% book discount on our book club books, and most other books site-wide!
This group has turned into so much more than we could have imagined – dedicated horsemen and women that are interested in learning more for the welfare, longevity and success of their horses. We could not be more proud of those who have chosen to up their horsemanship bar with us – we know our love of horses will always be a lifetime journey and hope you will join us. We are also having so much FUN!
Each Books & Bourbon Equestrian Club session will start at 8pm EST (7pm CST) on the dates indicated below.
If you have questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to reach out via email or post to the 2025 Private Facebook group.

Christina Stinchcomb
Book Discussion Feb 16th
Guest Speaker Feb 23rd, 8pm Eastern

Dr. Gerd Heuschmann
Book Discussion March 30th
Guest Speaker May 19th, 8pm Eastern

Alois Podhajsky
Book Discussion May 11th
Richard Williams
Guest Speaker July 6th, 8pm Eastern

Lucie Klaassen
Book Discussion July 27th
(RESCHEDULED from July 20th)
Guest Speaker Aug 24th @ 2pm Eastern
Author Lucie Klassen

John Saint Ryan
Book Discussion Sept 28th
Guest Speaker Nov 9th, 8pm Eastern
Tim McGaffic

Kate Sandel
Book Discussion Nov 30th
Guest Speaker TBD

Sarah V. Barnes
End of year bonus fiction
Guest Speaker TBD

February 18, 2024
March Guest Speaker:
Susan D. Fay, PhD

April 21, 2024
May Guest Speaker:
Richard Williams

June 30, 2024
July Guest Speaker:
Dominique Barbier

August 25, 2024

October 13, 2024
Oct/Nov Guest Speaker:
John St. Ryan

December 15, 2024
We’re looking forward to an exciting new season!
We’re having a great time in 2025!
Registration for the 2025 season requires a one-time payment of $95 usd. Complete your registration by clicking Subscribe Now. Use our secure payment form with your credit/debit card OR login to your PayPal account.
After successful payment you will be re-directed to the New Member welcome page. Please note that you will need to request access to the Facebook Group for 2025. The Facebook group is PRIVATE and only open to members that have paid the Yearly membership fee.