Media - Heather Wallace

Author

I have been publishing non-fiction books since 2017 and won multiple Equus Film Festival Literary Awards and Reader’s Favorite awards, including the extremely popular Confessions of a Timid Rider. In 2023, I published the first book of the contemporary romance series, Back Door Horse, which was an Amazon Best Seller and Hot New Release for over two months. A year later, it’s still in the Top 10 for Equestrian Sports and Horse Riding!

All my books, fiction and non-fiction are available through my Shop, on Taborton Equine Books, or on Amazon.

Blogger, The Timid Rider

I stepped away from horses as a teen due to anxiety and regretted it ever since. I returned as an adult but things were a little different. I’m a mother, I’m less flexible, and I’m a lot more nervous. The biggest difference? I’m following my passion despite lacking confidence. Join me as I talk about all those things we think but don’t say out loud. I am The Timid Rider, but I’m determined to keep pursuing my passion. Do you relate? Read more now on the blog.

Podcast Host

Adulting with Horses, is a an NSFW podcast with the adult amateur equestrienne in mind. As crazy horse girls, we don’t take ourselves too seriously in the saddle or out, and our show reflects that! In 2023 we were named the #1 Freelance Equestrian Podcast in the United States.

Subscribe and listen on the Horse Radio Network, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts and join our private Facebook group, the Adulting with Horses Clubhouse. Follow us on social media Instagram @adultingwithhorsespodcast or Twitter @AdultingHorses.

Follow me on social media @timidrider.

Awards & Nominations

Body Conditioning for the Horse and Rider
Two Categories: The Timid Rider and Animal Bodywork & Aromatherapy
Girl Forward and Confessions of a Timid Rider
Girl Forward
The Timid Rider
Confessions of a Timid Rider
Awards

Interviews

Would you like to interview me for your blog, newspaper, magazine or podcast? Contact me today.

Media Kit

My media kit is available upon request.

Featured in Media

2024

GET BACK ON THAT HORSE WITH HEATHER WALLACE | #82 Second Act Success Podcast

Finding My Stride with Therapeutic Riding – An Excerpt from Beyond Expectations

Horse Nation Holiday Gift Guide: The Bookworm

Horse Radio Network Holiday Radiothon, Adulting with Horses Hour (December)

Beyond Expectations (Excerpt), Plaid Horse (October/November)

Barn Banter: Ep 23 Sponsored by Adequan (September 12)

Heather Wallace Teams Up with Paralympian and Trafalgar Square Books for New Book Release

Back Door Horse (Excerpt), The Plaid Horse May (p 168)

A Sneak Peak from Beyond Expectations, Equestrian Living

Shadow on the Mountain Book Review, Etta Reads

Beyond Expectations Excerpt, Equestrian Living May/June

The Best Books If You Love Horses by Shepherd

Back Door Horse Audiobook Review, Etta Reads

Listen Now

2020

Equitana Presents with Heels Down Media, The Storytellers of New Media.

An Equine Massage Therapist and Chiropractor Combine Forces to Heal a Mystery Lameness (Horse Illustrated May 29, 2020)

My Saddle is Crippling Me: The Effects of a Poor-Fitting Saddle on the Rider’s Body, Horse Illustrated

2019

On Writing Memoirs, Equine Massage & Starting Your Own Business with Heather Wallace (Equestrian Author Spotlight Episode 9)

Or read the show notes here: On Writing Memoirs, Equine Massage & Starting Your Own Business with Heather Wallace (Equestrian Author Spotlight Episode 9)

Equestrian Pulse Podcast: Interview with Author Heather Wallace

Horsemanship Radio (August 15, 2019)

Horses in the Morning Podcast (July 1, 2019)

New Jerseyan, Heather Wallace to Officiate At Mongolian Horse Adventure the Gobi Desert Cup
Bonding at the Barn, Horse Illustrated (source)
An Unlikely Adventurer- An Excerpt from Girl Forward: A Tale of One Woman’s Unlikely Adventure in Mongolia, Equine Info Exchange
Heather Wallace Releases New Book, Girl Forward, about Her Travels to Mongolia (press release)
Heather Wallace, The Timid Rider, Launches Equestrian Confidence Retreat in Mongolia (press release)
Heather Wallace Named Finalist for 2019 Equine Media Awards.
Timid Horse Rider, American Pet Magazine.
In Due Horse, Inspo Interview, Heather Wallace The Timid Rider.
Horse Illustrated, The Trainer Relationship by Amy Hemp

2018

Holistic Horse, Confessions of a Timid Rider Wins Best Literary Non-Fiction at Equus Film Festival
Adamson Equestrian, Equestrian Book Review: Confessions of a Timid Rider, by Heather Wallace
Equus Film Festival/ Gobi Desert Cup, The Timid Rider Talks Gobi Desert Cup at the Equus Film Festival.
Carly Kade Creative, Equestrian Author Spotlight.
Pet Age, Treatibles Launches Equine Line.
The Barn Rat Book Club, Confessions of a Timid Rider, September Pick.
The Horse Whitterer, Book Review: Confessions of a Timid Rider.
Feathered Quill Book Reviews, Confessions of a Timid Rider.
Reader’s Favorite Review, Confessions of a Timid Rider.
RM Travel Radio with Rudy Maxa, 9/15/18 Hour 2, at the 34 minute-mark.
Arabian Horse Life, Determined Women ‘of an Age’ Stay in the Saddle.
Endurance.Net: World News, The Timid Rider Takes Mongolia.
Her Riding Habit, Heather Wallace- The Timid Rider.
Arabian Horse Travel, Today’s Equine Authors.
Saddle Seeks Horse, Summer Reading List for Horse Lovers.
Alta Mira Horsemanship, Do Natural Equine Products Really Work?
DVR Equestrian, An excerpt from ‘Confessions of a Timid Rider’ by Heather Wallace.
Out of the Fog, New Book: Confessions of a Timid Rider by Heather Wallace.
Digital Journal, Equestrian Writer Launches New Memoir to Inspire Women (press release).
American Horse Publications, Equestrian Writer to Publish New Memoir, Confessions of a Timid Rider (press release).
The Patch, Local Small Business Owner Finalist for International Award.
Out of the Fog by Connie Hambley, Author Interview: Heather Wallace.
Mainland Aggregates Blog, Horse Health and Happiness: Tips from the Experts.
Consumer’s Advocate, NomNomNow- Eat Well, Live Great.
Saddle Seeks Horse, 18 Horse-Themed Instagram Accounts to Follow in 2018.

2017

Sally Morgan, PT, CST, Equus Film Festival Interview (Video).
Apt Cavalier, Learning Blogging from the Best with Bridle and Bone.
With the Stroke of the Pen, Equestrian Handbook of Excuses by Heather Wallace.
The Sand Arena Ballerina, The Equestrians Guide to Motivation.
Animal Health Company, 17 Horse Experts Share Their Top Grooming Tips.
The Small Town Equestrian, Interview- Heather Wallace.
Consumers Advocate, The Circle of Giving.
Rover.com, Are Essential Oils Safe for Your Dog?
I Party with Bruce Wayne, Why All Instagrammers Need to Start Blogging .
Interview with Tori Mistick of Wear Wag Repeat (Video).
Interview on Come Wag Along: Meet the Pet Bloggers (Video).

Girl Forward

3-time Amazon #1 Bestseller in Equestrian Sports and Top 5 for Travel!
Reader’s Favorite, Press Release
2019 NON-FICTION WINNIE AWARD winner at the Equus Film Festival.

Confessions of a Timid Rider

Best in Print 2019, American Pet Magazine (page 16)
Winner of the 2018 Equus Film Festival Literary Non-Fiction Award.
Amazon #1 Hot New Release, Confessions of a Timid Rider.
Best selling book on Amazon in three categories, Confessions of a Timid Rider.

The Timid Rider

The Timid Rider Earns Second Place in Equine Media Awards Blog Category
Heather Wallace Named Finalist for 2019 Equine Media Awards.
Equestrian Blogger of the Year 2018 Nominee by Haynet and MirrorMe PR.
“Best Beyond Paws Pet Blog” Finalist by BlogPaws.
Top Rated Pet Blog by Wag.
Top 100 Equestrian Blogs by Feedspot.

Ranked #25 in Top 100 Equestrian Blogs by Feedspot.
2017 Equus Film Festival Literary Selection (Equestrian Handbook of Excuses).
Top 100 Pet Blog by Feedspot.
Blogger Recognition Award 2017.
Haynet Equestrian Blogger of the Year 2017 Nominee.
2017 Dog Writer’s Association Nominee, Is An Animal Massage Therapist a Real Job?
2017 BlogPaws Nose-to-Nose Nominee: Best Unconventional Pet Blog, Best New Pet Blog, Best Pet Blog Design, Best Written Blog Post.

Praise for The Timid Rider

“Your post is brilliant I love it, you’re such a talented writer I love the way you write, very informative but easy reading.”Danielle Reynolds, DVR Equestrian.

“Heather’s knowledge, writing skills and professional approach to her blog and site make her an absolute joy to work with.” – Jodi Ziskin, Director of Communications, Treatibles.

“Heather’s blog is a little broader than just equestrian, covering our other four legged furry friends too – dogs. Heather’s blog content speaks for herself, however her strong passion for driving a blogging community and supporting others in the blogosphere shouldn’t go unrecognised, especially while managing a busy family life.” – Sophie Tunnah, Team Tunnah Eventing.

“I admire your courage and honesty about your fears and the fact that you are overcoming them so publicly everyday. I do think you, your blog, and your writing were put here for a reason; to inspire and help others and as a model for your sweet children.”Stephanie Seger, Big Dog Mom.

“Im so glad you decided to start blogging! I don’t ride and I’ll never own a horse, but I like your writing and storytelling. I love this line so much: “The words simply poured out of me like racehorses at the gate just waiting to be unleashed.” You have a good voice and I’m glad you’ve opened the gates!”Debbie Bailey, Life with Mutts.

“I absolutely love getting to know about horses and you through this blog and by connecting via BlogPaws. So happy to have you in the community. You are providing a valuable blog that many learn from, so thank you!”Carol Bryant, Fidose of Reality and BlogPaws Team.

“I think your writing has a lot of information and a lot of heart! That’s a wonderful combination. Your passion, along with your triumphs as well as struggles shine through. It’s very real and I think people really respond to that. I’m so glad you started your blog and that you’re a part of the BlogPaws community as well!!”Cathy Armato, Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them and BlogPaws Ambassador.