Shane Ledyard
Shane Ledyard grew up in Bucks County, Pa with an interest in the outdoors, traditional sports and horses. Surrounded by the rich history of the area, he was influenced by the deep cultural values of Bucks County. At the same time, he always had a very simple cowboy-like way about him. His lifestyle turned into a career as a successful horse trainer, horse show judge and riding instructor in the hunter and jumper industry. His writing is charmed with a respect for nature, and enjoys an intimate use of colorful language and descriptions that are unique to someone of his background with horses and cultural influence. Coupled with a romantic edge, his writing invokes clear, passionate images of characters that tend to pursue intricate moral po
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