ShadowPatch and the First Path: Book One (Painted Path Series 1)

A lost foal. A lonely child. A path that calls them both.

In a quiet valley brushed by starlight and shadow, a young Appaloosa colt named ShadowPatch is born beneath a sky full of stories. Across that same land, a child wrestles with change, uncertainty, and the ache of being unseen. When their worlds collide, something ancient stirs—a connection that defies words and unlocks the first steps of a mythic journey.

With rich, lyrical prose and heart-deep emotion, ShadowPatch and the First Path invites readers into a world where horses guide, children grow, and every trail winds toward courage. Rooted in respect for nature, cultural sensitivity, and emotional truth, this story is both an adventure and a mirror—reflecting the strength, softness, and spirit within every reader.

The first in a planned 21-book series, The Painted Path blends fantasy and realism to explore virtues like hope, courage, and kindness through the bond between children and horses. Perfect for fans of The Chronicles of Narnia, The Horse and His Boy, and Where the Red Fern Grows, this series will speak to the wild hearts of middle-grade readers, horse lovers, and dreamers of all ages.

Virtue in Book One: Hope
Because every journey begins with a single step—and sometimes, a single hoofprint.