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She began college at age 16 and graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor in English from Florida State University. In 2006, she completed a manuscript as part of National Novel Writing Month.
(Lauren’s got to saddle up and sit tall if she’s going to ...)
Lauren’s got to saddle up and sit tall if she’s going to make it to Thanksgiving at Canterwood Crest. Thanksgiving break is approaching at Canterwood, but no one’s even close to relaxing—especially not Lauren. For one thing, her ex-boyfriend from Yates Prep is settling in, and he’s got an issue with Lauren’s new crush. And there’s the new girl, whose worldly equestrian background catapults her into the stable’s spotlight. To top things off, Lauren’s working on testing for the advanced team, and she fights feeling jealous toward Khloe, who’s already secured a seat. Looks like Lauren is in for a bumpy ride....
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(From Book 1: When Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arri...)
From Book 1: When Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arrive on the campus of the elite Canterwood Crest Academy, Sasha knows that she's in trouble. She's not exactly welcomed with open arms. One group of girls in particular is used to being the best, the brightest, and the prettiest on the team, and when Sasha shows her skills in the arena, the girls' claws come out. Sasha is determined to prove that she belongs at Canterwood. Will she rise to the occasion and make the advanced riding team by the end of her first semester? Or will the pressure send Sasha packing?
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(Sasha and Heather have a rocky friendship, to say the lea...)
Sasha and Heather have a rocky friendship, to say the least. But it’s Heather who Sasha must turn to when she and her best friend, Paige, have a huge fight right before Fall Break. The problem? Sasha was supposed to spend the vacation with Paige in New York City. And since Heather also lives in Manhattan…The solution may not be pretty, but Sasha doesn’t have much choice. Can she and Heather put aside their differences and enjoy their time away from school?
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(The final book in the Canterwood Crest series is packed w...)
The final book in the Canterwood Crest series is packed with more horses and more drama. Lauren’s BFFs, BFs, former friends, and foes alike are hitching a sleigh ride to her hometown in Union, Connecticut…which also happens to be home to Sasha Silver, one of the best equestrians in Canterwood history. Once there, Lauren, Sasha, and all their friends and frenemies find themselves one place they thought they’d never be: on the same team! Call it a truce or a Christmas miracle, but everyone gets in the holiday spirit to help heal retired racehorses—a cause they all believe in more than Santa himself. Get ready to watch the reindeer fly! Lauren & Co. will be unwrapping more drama, joy, secrets, and, of course, competition than ever before. Whose stockings will be filled with candy cane lip gloss, and whose will be filled with coal?
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(For the girl who loves all things horses: This gift-able ...)
For the girl who loves all things horses: This gift-able boxed set includes paperback editions of the first two books in the Canterwood Crest series and the first two books in Marguerite Henry’s Ponies of Chincoteague series. A perfect, must-have gift for birthdays, holidays, or graduation for the reader who can never get enough of a horse and friendship story. In Take the Reigns, Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arrive on the campus of the elite Canterwood Crest Academy, and Sasha knows she’s in trouble. One group of girls in particular is used to being the best, the brightest, and the prettiest on the team, and when Sasha shows her skills in the arena, the girls’ claws come out. Sasha is determined to prove that she belongs at Canterwood. Will she rise to the occasion and make the advanced riding team? Or will the pressure send Sasha packing? In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven that they’re worthy competitors for the elite Canterwood Crest equestrian team. But then Sasha finds her riding partner for the semester is: her archnemesis, Queen Bee Heather. Not. Good. And when Heather starts spending a little too much QT with Sasha’s almost-boyfriend, Jacob, the partnership is put to the ultimate test. In Maddie’s Dream, Madison “Maddie” Martinez is shocked when she arrives at the barn for her weekly lesson only to discover that “her” pony, Cloudy, isn’t available that day. Will Cloudy’s former owners want the Chincoteague pony back? Will Maddie lose her best friend forever? In Blue Ribbon Summer, Brooke Rhodes goes to sleepaway riding camp for two weeks with her pony, Foxy. The other campers aren’t the friendliest girls and Brooke feels left out. But when Brooke overhears the camp might be sold, she and her enemies join forces to save the summer.
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(In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven ...)
In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven that they’re worthy competitors for the elite Canterwood Crest equestrian team. Things are definitely looking up . . . until Sasha finds out who her riding partner for the semester is: her archnemesis, Queen Bee Heather. Not. Good. And when Heather starts spending a little too much QT with Sasha’s almost-boyfriend, Jacob, the partnership is put to the ultimate test. The tension builds in Behind the Bit when Sasha and her team are accepted to a prestigious horse clinic. Can Sasha and Callie work together when it counts?
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(Lauren Towers has always had one dream: to be a professio...)
Lauren Towers has always had one dream: to be a professional equestrian, competing with the best of the best. Natch, she's applied for a highly coveted spot at Canterwood Crest Academy. But while she waits to see if she gets in, Lauren is left contemplating her life in Union, Connecticut and the horrible accident that brought her there. Suddenly, Lauren is left wondering: even if she does get into Canterwood, will her past make her stronger or will it stand in the way of her future as an equestrian for good?
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(In the next two installments of the four-book arc that be...)
In the next two installments of the four-book arc that began with City Secrets, the tide has turned at the elite Canterwood Crest Academy….Will Sasha Silver dethrone Heather Fox and become the school’s Queen Bee? Packed with BFF scandal, lying roommates, secrets between teammates, and more, these are two of the most dramatic Canterwood books ever!
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(In Rival Revenge, the truth is out about whether Julia an...)
In Rival Revenge, the truth is out about whether Julia and Alison really cheated on the test that got them kicked off the riding team. Now they’re back, and this time, they’re not just in it to win it—they’re out for revenge. A dish that’s definitely best served cold.
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(Pressure threatens Lauren’s popularity as she shines in t...)
Pressure threatens Lauren’s popularity as she shines in the spotlight of the Canterwood Crest series. Popular is Lauren’s status, at last. She’s fitting in at Canterwood Crest Academy, dating a très cute boy, and working hard as she prepares for her first show since the horrible accident that nearly ended her riding career. Maybe too hard…
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(When Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arrive on the cam...)
When Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arrive on the campus of the elite Canterwood Crest Academy, Sasha knows that she's in trouble. She's not exactly welcomed with open arms. One group of girls in particular is used to being the best, the brightest, and the prettiest on the team, and when Sasha shows her skills in the arena, the girls' claws come out. Sasha is determined to prove that she belongs at Canterwood. Will she rise to the occasion and make the advanced riding team by the end of her first semester? Or will the pressure send Sasha packing?
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(This is the final book of the Canterwood Crest books star...)
This is the final book of the Canterwood Crest books starring Sasha Silver. Though the series will continue, there will be a new main character to narrate the series!
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(In the next two installments of the four-book arc that be...)
In the next two installments of the four-book arc that began with City Secrets, the tide has turned at the elite Canterwood Crest Academy….Will Sasha Silver dethrone Heather Fox and become the school’s Queen Bee? Packed with BFF scandal, lying roommates, secrets between teammates, and more, these are two of the most dramatic Canterwood books ever!
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(In Home Sweet Drama, if the girls have learned anything, ...)
In Home Sweet Drama, if the girls have learned anything, it’s that only the strong survive at Canterwood Crest Academy. And Heather Fox is strong. After all, she’s the last Queen Bee left standing. But Sasha Silver has more than proven that she’s worthy competition—in and out of the arena. Is there a new Queen in the making?
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(It's time: The new girls are taking the spotlight at Cant...)
It's time: The new girls are taking the spotlight at Canterwood Crest! Lauren has moved around enough to have the "new girl" code down: 1. Lay low. 2. But not too low. 3. Don't amubush the in crowd. But Canterwood isn't just any school. And Lauren is about to face an initiation unlike any she's ever encountered. Bon chance, Lauren--you're going to need it!
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(The new exchange student means serious competition for La...)
The new exchange student means serious competition for Lauren and her friends—because at Canterwood Crest, only one rider can be at the top. Rankings on Canterwood’s intermediate team are falling into place—in Lauren’s favor. Then blond, beautiful foreign exchange student Carina arrives. The new girl puts on a million-watt smile, but it doesn’t dazzle LT. Carina is out to show Canterwood students just how riders from her home country of Sweden take the arena. And with a local show on the horizon, Carina’s especially ready to impress—which means Lauren and her friends better be especially ready to represent, because Carina’s in place to steal the spotlight.
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(Welcome to Canterwood Crest! The first four titles in the...)
Welcome to Canterwood Crest! The first four titles in the popular Canterwood Crest series are now available as a collectible boxed set. Find out how it all began for Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, as they arrive on the campus of Canterwood Crest Academy. New friendships, new drama, and new experiences await behind the gates for Sasha—and life will never be the same. This boxed set includes the first four books in the Canterwood Crest series: Take the Reins Chasing Blue Behind the Bit Triple Fault
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(Some Girls Just Have To Be The Best At Everything. If...)
Some Girls Just Have To Be The Best At Everything. If any two girls know about being the best, it's Heather Fox and Jasmine King. Just ask them; they'll be happy to tell you. But every girl knows that there can only be one "best." Can Sasha keep the girls from turning the arena into a war zone and still snag a spot on the coveted Youth Equestrian National Team?
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(Welcome to the Canterwood Crest! All twenty titles in the...)
Welcome to the Canterwood Crest! All twenty titles in the popular Canterwood Crest series are now available in this collectible boxed set! When Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arrive at the elite Canterwood Crest Academy, she has no idea what awaits her behind the wrought-iron gates of the campus. She finds herself dealing with new friends, lots of drama, and tough competition both in and out of the arena. This collectible boxed set includes: Take the Reins; Chasing Blue; Behind the Bit; Triple Fault; Best Enemies; Little White Lies; Rival Revenge; Home Sweet Drama; City Secrets; Elite Ambition; Scandals, Rumors, Lies; Unfriendly Competition; Chosen; Initiation; Popular; Comeback; Masquerade; Jealousy; Famous; and Home for Christmas.
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(In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven ...)
In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven that they’re worthy competitors for the elite Canterwood Crest equestrian team. Things are definitely looking up . . . until Sasha finds out who her riding partner for the semester is: her archnemesis, Queen Bee Heather. Not. Good. And when Heather starts spending a little too much QT with Sasha’s almost-boyfriend, Jacob, the partnership is put to the ultimate test. The tension builds in Behind the Bit when Sasha and her team are accepted to a prestigious horse clinic. Can Sasha and Callie work together when it counts?
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(In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven ...)
In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven that they’re worthy competitors for the elite Canterwood Crest equestrian team. Things are definitely looking up . . . until Sasha finds out who her riding partner for the semester is: her archnemesis, Queen Bee Heather. Not. Good. And when Heather starts spending a little too much QT with Sasha’s almost-boyfriend, Jacob, the partnership is put to the ultimate test. The tension builds in Behind the Bit when Sasha and her team are accepted to a prestigious horse clinic. Can Sasha and Callie work together when it counts?
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(A LITTLE WHITE LIE NEVER HURT ANYONE...RIGHT? Sasha i...)
A LITTLE WHITE LIE NEVER HURT ANYONE...RIGHT? Sasha is with Eric. Callie is with Jacob. And Callie and Sasha are finally BFFs again. Life is as perfect as it's ever been at Canterwood. So when Sasha learns of a secret that could destroy all of her relationships, she's willing to tell a few white lies to keep everything from falling apart. After all, white lies aren't supposed to hurt anyone....
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She began college at age 16 and graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor in English from Florida State University. In 2006, she completed a manuscript as part of National Novel Writing Month.
Burkhart works primarily in the tween fiction genre, and is the writer of the series of novels. During her childhood, Jessica Burkhart took an interest in equestrianism, and later developed a fondness for writing. Her freelance work was eventually featured in a number of magazines, including The Writer.
While browsing Burkhart"s blog, a literary agent learned of the novel and offered to read it, which eventually led her to sign the author
Afterward, Burkhart"s novel, Take the Reins, went through a series of revisions before being put on submission. In May 2007, she signed a four-book deal with Simon & Schuster.
As a result, Take the Reins became the first novel in the series—a story about disparate schoolgirls engaged in equestrian competitions at an academy. Throughout 2008, Burkhart worked on additional books in the series while helping to promote the first one online, largely through blogging and vlogging.
The series was later extended.
In 2010, she announced plans to write in the young-adult genre under her own surname, while maintaining her work in middle-grade fiction. lieutenant was announced in late 2013, Burkhart would be writing another middle-grade series, West Coast Preparatory (WCP). WCP follows another set of characters at a riding school in California.
lieutenant will be self-published as eBooks.
Burkhart announced plans to continue the series with approximately 20 e-novellas.
(Welcome to the Canterwood Crest! All twenty titles in the...)
(For the girl who loves all things horses: This gift-able ...)
(From Book 1: When Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arri...)
(The new exchange student means serious competition for La...)
(In the next two installments of the four-book arc that be...)
(In the next two installments of the four-book arc that be...)
(It's time: The new girls are taking the spotlight at Cant...)
(In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven ...)
(In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven ...)
(In Chasing Blue, Sasha and her horse, Charm, have proven ...)
(Welcome to Canterwood Crest! The first four titles in the...)
(In Rival Revenge, the truth is out about whether Julia an...)
(When Sasha Silver and her horse, Charm, arrive on the cam...)
(In Home Sweet Drama, if the girls have learned anything, ...)
(Lauren Towers has always had one dream: to be a professio...)
(Lauren’s got to saddle up and sit tall if she’s going to ...)
(Pressure threatens Lauren’s popularity as she shines in t...)
(The final book in the Canterwood Crest series is packed w...)
(This is the final book of the Canterwood Crest books star...)
(Sasha and Heather have a rocky friendship, to say the lea...)
(Some Girls Just Have To Be The Best At Everything. If...)
(A LITTLE WHITE LIE NEVER HURT ANYONE...RIGHT? Sasha i...)