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RIDE BIG: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING EQUESTRIAN CONFIDENCE

By John Haime

Trafalgar Square, £18.95

WRITTEN by a performance coach, this self-help book covers three aspects of confidence: the confidence base, confidence builders and confidence threats. Top riders such as Michael Jung, Oliver Townend and McLain Ward share their techniques for performing under world-class pressure. It seems designed for riders aiming for Badminton rather than novices, but the tools, skills and psychological tips are inspiring and useful in everyday life, too.

Verdict: if you are an aspiring professional with huge dreams, then this is the book for you. Features editor Martha Terry

EQUINE LISTENOLOGY

By Elaine Heney

Grey Pony Films, £12.99

A RELATABLE, insightful and practical book filled with

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