Welcome to my home page! I'm Lois Szymanski. If you like ponies, you're in the right place. My books about Chincoteague Ponies are for all ages, from picture books to early readers, middle grade novels and nonfiction for kid and adults, I share what I am passionate about! Enjoy perusing the site to learn more!
In this second picture book by author, Lois Szymanski, you'll find the inspirational true story of legendary island stallion, Surfer Dude . The book is illustrated with full page oil painting spreads by illustrator, Linda Kantjas, who also illustrated "Wild Colt" for Lois. You'll find colorful full page spreads that bring the island of Assateague to life. Both picture books (Wild Colt and Surfer Dude) include a seek-and-find wildlife identification guide, so kids can learn about the wetlands the ponies share with a myriad of wild creatures.
New in 2019!
In this second book of inspirational Chincoteague Pony tales, Lois Szymanski shares more stories about the wild ponies who live on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Hear about a foal orphaned at birth, who is adopted by another mare. Immerse yourself in the tale of "Dunkaroo" a foal who should not have been born on an island surrounded by water. Find out how one young stallion failed to thrive on the island, but found happiness off the island. After reading Chincoteague Pony Tales - Volume Two, you'll be looking for Volume Three in 2020!
In this second book of inspirational Chincoteague Pony tales, Lois Szymanski shares more stories about the wild ponies who live on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Hear about a foal orphaned at birth, who is adopted by another mare. Immerse yourself in the tale of "Dunkaroo" a foal who should not have been born on an island surrounded by water. Find out how one young stallion failed to thrive on the island, but found happiness off the island. After reading Chincoteague Pony Tales - Volume Two, you'll be looking for Volume Three in 2020!
New in 2018!
From stories shared at the fence, to those uncovered through years of research and interviews with Chincoteague Pony owners, this book shares inspirational and informative stories about the wild ponies we love. Hear the tale of a mare named Icy and the surprise she gave the firemen who rescued her. Learn about a rescued colt who was nursed back to life, and how he survived his first winter. Find out about the charity that purchases foals for children annually, and the woman who inspired the Fund. With take-home pony stories, tales about Misty descendants, and stories of those who still live wild on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia, here's a book has something for everyone who loves the wild ponies of Chincoteague!
From stories shared at the fence, to those uncovered through years of research and interviews with Chincoteague Pony owners, this book shares inspirational and informative stories about the wild ponies we love. Hear the tale of a mare named Icy and the surprise she gave the firemen who rescued her. Learn about a rescued colt who was nursed back to life, and how he survived his first winter. Find out about the charity that purchases foals for children annually, and the woman who inspired the Fund. With take-home pony stories, tales about Misty descendants, and stories of those who still live wild on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia, here's a book has something for everyone who loves the wild ponies of Chincoteague!
New in 2017!
If you have purchased a wild Chincoteague Pony foal, or are thinking about raising your hand to bid at the Pony Penning auction - held on the last Thursday of July annually at Chincoteague, Virginia - here is the ultimate guide to raising your wild pony foal! Learn what others have fed their foals. Learn about their vet care, hoof care, trailering, training, and so much more... from vets, farriers, equine dentists and others who have raised these unique, wild and wonderful Chincoteague Ponies from the ground up.
If you have purchased a wild Chincoteague Pony foal, or are thinking about raising your hand to bid at the Pony Penning auction - held on the last Thursday of July annually at Chincoteague, Virginia - here is the ultimate guide to raising your wild pony foal! Learn what others have fed their foals. Learn about their vet care, hoof care, trailering, training, and so much more... from vets, farriers, equine dentists and others who have raised these unique, wild and wonderful Chincoteague Ponies from the ground up.
To schedule a book signing, classroom visit, writer's workshop or inspirational talk email the author at: LoisSzymanski@hotmail.com or call 443-293-7811
