“Happenstance Farms: Costume Mini Derby is a heartwarming tale of friendship, creativity, and sportsmanship. Savanna, Caroline, and Sophia’s costume derby adventures are full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments. A perfect read for young horse lovers!”
Katrina M

“Bursting with color, imagination, and barnyard charm, Happenstance Farms: Costume Mini Derby captures the excitement of competition and the joy of cheering on friends. A delightful story that will leave kids smiling and inspired.”
Linda R

S. McMichael is a wife, mother, businesswoman, and disabled veteran with a love for children and animals. As a Mom of a competitive equestrian, she decide to create picture books about experiences she has observed watching her daughter, Savanna as she matures at Happenstance Farms. While she has limited experience in the equestrian world she is able to clearly see the life lessons that are experienced at the barn with ponies and the faithful K9 Eli. It has long been a goal of hers to write about the equestrian experiences of her daughter, ponies, Eli, and her friends at Happenstance Farms.

Savanna McMichael is a competitive equestrian who rides in US Equestrian hunter/jumper shows, earning top honors including Zone 7 Junior Hunter 15 & Under Horse of the Year. She is also the co-owner of Savanna’s Sweet Horse Treats, Savanna’s Naturals, and Savanna’s Lemonade. Happenstance Farms: Costume Mini Derby is her debut children’s book, inspired by her love of horse.

