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Heather Wallace

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Heather Wallace is the writer and photographer for the blog, The Timid Rider, which focuses on the struggling confidence of a returning adult equestrian. She is the award-winning author of non-fiction titles Confessions of a Timid Rider, which details her insights about being an anxiety-ridden but passionate equestrian and Girl Forward: A Tale of One Woman's Unlikely Adventure in Mongolia. 

In her spare time, of which she has little, she spends her time with her husband, three children, two dogs, and pony. You can follow her on social media @timidrider or at timidrider.com.​
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Girl Forward: A Tale of One Woman's Unlikely Adventure in Mongolia

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Non-Fiction, Travel 

Heather Wallace is an unlikely adventurer. A mother of three and a small business owner, she has little time to explore the world the way she did in her younger years. So when the opportunity arose to work for The Gobi Desert Cup, an endurance horse race in Mongolia, she took a risk learning about herself and changing her life forever.
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Confessions of a Timid Rider

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Non-Fiction, Memoir, Sports

Confessions of a Timid Rider is a memoir detailing one woman's insights into being an anxiety-ridden but passionate equestrian. After returning to riding as a mother, she is determined to follow her dreams despite the fear she is somehow lacking in talent or ability. An in-depth look into the heart and head of a returning adult equestrian, and mother, this message is not limited only those with horse experience. In fact, Confessions of a Timid Rider is the perfect book to read for anyone whom even for a moment questions their value in their designated profession or life choice. This book will inspire you to pursue your dreams despite the inner voice that says you aren’t good enough.​
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Equestrian Handbook of Excuses - For Riders That Just Don't Feel Like It Today

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Non-Fiction, Humor, Sports

Equestrian Handbook of Excuses: For Riders That Just Don't Feel Like It Today is the first book written by Heather Wallace. As equestrians we are united by our love of horses. Let's face it. Whether you own, lease, or borrow sometimes you don't feel like riding. This short, witty book pokes fun at the excuses we tell ourselves when we are struggling with motivation. Further, it provides the perfect collection of excuses for you to tell yourself or your trainer that perhaps you have not yet used!​
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