SOPHIA THE SHOW PONY, KATE WATERHOUSE, ILLUSTRATED BY SALLY SPRATT

PUFFIN, RRP $20

Stylish pony Sophia has the looks and glam to win the fashion stakes. But she also dreams of showing off her dash and dare, racing in the Giddy Up Cup. Sadly, no one takes the filly’s sprinting talents seriously – until she steps up to save the day in quick time. With catchy rhyming text and delightful illustrations, this is an empowering tale about having confidence to follow your dreams.