Emily's and the Spider, Paperback

Sometimes it’s the smallest surprises that cause the biggest reactions. Emily and the Spider is a gently humorous pony story about fear, perspective, and staying calm when things don’t go to plan.
While out riding, a spider suddenly drops down from Emma’s hat. Startled, Emma screams and flails about in the saddle — convinced something terrible has happened. Meanwhile, Emily the pony simply stops to eat the grass, entirely unfazed and wondering what all the fuss is about.
Set during everyday Pony Club riding, this children’s pony book explores how fear can feel overwhelming in the moment, and how calm responses — from ponies and people alike — can help us regain control. With warmth and light humour, the story supports emotional regulation, confidence, and understanding that not every scare is as big as it first feels.
Perfect for young readers who love horses, relatable moments, and stories that gently normalise big reactions to small surprises.