NASHVILLE - Lisa Wysocky's newest book, Horse Country: A Celebration of Country Music and the Love of Horses has been published by The Lyons Press. In this stunning 224 page, hardcover, four-color book, two subjects that millions keep close to their hearts are finally brought together: country music and horses. Charmingly designed and aptly named, Horse Country visits twenty-seven of country's biggest stars, inviting readers into the private world they share with some of their closest friends--their beloved horses.

Stars featured in Horse Country include Eddie Montgomery (Montgomery Gentry), Toby Keith, Tanya Tucker, Brad Paisley, Willie Nelson, Mark Miller, Fred Gill (Two Foot Fred), Clay Walker, Too Slim (Riders in the Sky), Heidi Newfield, Chris LeDoux, Trent Willmon, Joni Harms, Charlie Daniels, Janis Oliver, (Sweethearts of the Rodeo), Hal Ketchum, Roy Clark, Tracy Byrd, Lacy J. Dalton, Jason Meadows, Ira Dean (Trick Pony), Lynn Anderson, Chris Cagle, Melanie Torres, Kix Brooks, Todd Fritsch, and George Jones.

The stories are funny, touching, and uplifting. Each chapter includes personal photos of the artist with his or her horse, as well as photos of the star who shares the story. Above all, readers learn how horses have changed the lives of country music artists for the better. With heartwarming stories and full-color photos throughout, set in a must-have four-color design, this gorgeous book will be treasured by--and will make an ideal gift for--all who love horses and have a hankering for country music.

Lisa Wysocky is a therapeutic riding instructor, award-winning writer, equine clinician, and former country-music publicist and music industry executive. She is the author of My Horse, My Partner and The Power of Horses. In addition to speaking at corporations, associations and music industry events, she gives equine clinics nationwide. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information go to lisawysocky.com

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