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Whether published in physical form or as e-books, books are labors of love resulting from long hours of study, writing and rewriting. They are also invaluable references for the student of pedigrees or racing history. The links on this page will take you to information about books I've written, and I hope you'll take a minute to see what I have to offer. I've also provided a list of recommended titles that I've read and used during my own research. Most are out of print but can be found on sites dealing in used books.
Books by Avalyn Hunter
Current projects
Holy Bull
September 4, 2025
The "Racing Royalty " series is officially off and running at the University Press of Kentucky! My book on Holy Bull is slated for release in May 2026, along with Lenny Shulman's book on A.P. Indy. https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/287005/university-press-of-kentucky-launches-racing-royalty
Pre-orders for Holy Bull: An Unconventional Path to Racing Glory are now being taken at the University Press of Kentucky's website! https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985904248/holy-bull/
Recommended reading
Click the link here to see my list of recommended titles about racing and breeding. And check out the "Horse Tales" blog for book reviews and insights into a writer's life.
Books by Avalyn Hunter
- American Classic Pedigrees 1914-2002
- Dream Derby: The Myth and Legend of Black Gold
- Gold Rush: How Mr. Prospector Became Racing's Billion-Dollar Sire
- The Kentucky Oaks: 150 Years of Running for the Lilies
- The Kingmaker: How Northern Dancer Founded a Racing Dynasty
- Holy Bull: An Unconventional Path to Racing Glory (coming in May 2026)
Current projects
Holy Bull
September 4, 2025
The "Racing Royalty " series is officially off and running at the University Press of Kentucky! My book on Holy Bull is slated for release in May 2026, along with Lenny Shulman's book on A.P. Indy. https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/287005/university-press-of-kentucky-launches-racing-royalty
Pre-orders for Holy Bull: An Unconventional Path to Racing Glory are now being taken at the University Press of Kentucky's website! https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985904248/holy-bull/
Recommended reading
Click the link here to see my list of recommended titles about racing and breeding. And check out the "Horse Tales" blog for book reviews and insights into a writer's life.