Welcome to American Classic Pedigrees!
Interested in Thoroughbred breeding? Want to find out more of the history behind the names you see in pedigrees? You're in the right place! As a pedigree analyst with over 40 years of experience in researching Thoroughbred bloodlines, I've put together this site to put the resources you're looking for at your fingertips.
American Classic Pedigrees is focused on the bloodlines that have produced the champions and Classic winners of North and South America and is dedicated to everyone who loves Thoroughbreds—owners, breeders, trainers and fans. If you enjoy what you find here, please visit often and tell your friends! You'll find something new here almost every day, and suggestions are always welcome.
American Classic Pedigrees is focused on the bloodlines that have produced the champions and Classic winners of North and South America and is dedicated to everyone who loves Thoroughbreds—owners, breeders, trainers and fans. If you enjoy what you find here, please visit often and tell your friends! You'll find something new here almost every day, and suggestions are always welcome.
2002 Belmont Stakes (USA-G1) winner Sarava, 2000 Preakness Stakes (USA-G1) winner Red Bullet, and 1996 Breeders' Cup Classic (USA-G1) winner Alphabet Soup. Photos by Avalyn Hunter.
What's New?
Last updated: March 18, 2024
Last blog posts:
This week's new horse profiles: Champagne Room (USA), Lea Lark (USA)
Recently updated pages: Bernstein (USA), High Time (USA), Medaglia d'Oro (USA)
Last updated: March 18, 2024
Last blog posts:
- March 18, 2024 (Mares on Monday)
- March 14, 2024 (Horse Tales)
This week's new horse profiles: Champagne Room (USA), Lea Lark (USA)
Recently updated pages: Bernstein (USA), High Time (USA), Medaglia d'Oro (USA)
Book developments
March 7, 2024
I have just signed a new contract with the University Press of Kentucky for a book on Holy Bull! Due date for the manuscript is November 1, and it should hit print in late 2025.
The release date for the updated paperback version of The Kingmaker: How Northern Dancer Founded a Racing Dynasty has been updated to April 2, 2024. The book is being released by Lyons Press (lyonspress.com), and a Kindle edition is also forthcoming. I just got my author's copies and they look great!
The Kentucky Oaks: 150 Years of Running for the Lilies remains on target for its April 30 release date. In connection with this book, I will be speaking at the Filson Historical Society in Louisville on April 30 at noon. I will also be the guest author at the Keeneland Library's "Evening With the Author" program on May 9. Don't forget to pre-order your copies! I will be happy to sign at both events! https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985900349/the-kentucky-oaks/
Just got word from the local librarian at the Fort White High School/Middle School library (Fort White, Florida)---she bought two copies of Dream Derby: The Myth and Legend of Black Gold, and she says she can't keep them on the shelves because the middle school girls check them out constantly! So, if you're looking for a gift for a horse-crazy youngster, why not purchase a copy? https://www.kentuckypress.com/9780813199191/dream-derby/
March 7, 2024
I have just signed a new contract with the University Press of Kentucky for a book on Holy Bull! Due date for the manuscript is November 1, and it should hit print in late 2025.
The release date for the updated paperback version of The Kingmaker: How Northern Dancer Founded a Racing Dynasty has been updated to April 2, 2024. The book is being released by Lyons Press (lyonspress.com), and a Kindle edition is also forthcoming. I just got my author's copies and they look great!
The Kentucky Oaks: 150 Years of Running for the Lilies remains on target for its April 30 release date. In connection with this book, I will be speaking at the Filson Historical Society in Louisville on April 30 at noon. I will also be the guest author at the Keeneland Library's "Evening With the Author" program on May 9. Don't forget to pre-order your copies! I will be happy to sign at both events! https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985900349/the-kentucky-oaks/
Just got word from the local librarian at the Fort White High School/Middle School library (Fort White, Florida)---she bought two copies of Dream Derby: The Myth and Legend of Black Gold, and she says she can't keep them on the shelves because the middle school girls check them out constantly! So, if you're looking for a gift for a horse-crazy youngster, why not purchase a copy? https://www.kentuckypress.com/9780813199191/dream-derby/
Book signings and appearances
April 30, 2024
I will be speaking on the Kentucky Oaks at the Filson Historical Society, Louisville, Kentucky, on April 30 at 12:00 noon. Books will be available for purchase and signing, provided by Carmichael's Bookstore.
May 5, 2024
It's Homecoming at the Old Friends Thoroughbred retirement center in Georgetown, Kentucky! Look for me there! I'll have books available for purchase and signing.
May 9, 2024
I will be the guest author at the Keeneland Library's "An Evening With the Author" program on May 9 at 6:30pm. I'll be speaking on The Kentucky Oaks: 150 Years of Running for the Lilies, and there will be a book signing afterward. Don't forget to buy your tickets! Keeneland Library Lecture Series Presents: An Evening with Avalyn Hunter | Keeneland
September 2024
I will be part of the Marion County Public Library's "Cooks and Books" series in Ocala, Florida! I'll post more details as I have them.
Availability
Would you like me to speak at your gathering or participate in a podcast, YouTube, or Zoom event? Please don't hesitate to contact me at aviechat@hotmail.com and we'll see what can be worked out!
April 30, 2024
I will be speaking on the Kentucky Oaks at the Filson Historical Society, Louisville, Kentucky, on April 30 at 12:00 noon. Books will be available for purchase and signing, provided by Carmichael's Bookstore.
May 5, 2024
It's Homecoming at the Old Friends Thoroughbred retirement center in Georgetown, Kentucky! Look for me there! I'll have books available for purchase and signing.
May 9, 2024
I will be the guest author at the Keeneland Library's "An Evening With the Author" program on May 9 at 6:30pm. I'll be speaking on The Kentucky Oaks: 150 Years of Running for the Lilies, and there will be a book signing afterward. Don't forget to buy your tickets! Keeneland Library Lecture Series Presents: An Evening with Avalyn Hunter | Keeneland
September 2024
I will be part of the Marion County Public Library's "Cooks and Books" series in Ocala, Florida! I'll post more details as I have them.
Availability
Would you like me to speak at your gathering or participate in a podcast, YouTube, or Zoom event? Please don't hesitate to contact me at aviechat@hotmail.com and we'll see what can be worked out!