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Charlie Bass Books

In order from The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop to The Racehorse Who Learned to Dance.

The Charlie Bass series is a set of 2 chapter books by Clare Balding, published between 2016 and 2020. Written for ages 7–9, most books run about 300 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Book #1 · Chapter Book · 2016

The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop

By Clare Balding

A girl buys a racehorse that won't run. Can she save her family farm by Derby Day?

232 pages

Paperback

Summary: Ten-year-old Charlie Bass dreams of owning a pony, but ends up with a racehorse, Noble Warrior, who refuses to gallop. With Derby Day looming, only a win can save her family's farm. Can Charlie transform her chaotic family into a winning team and help Noble Warrior overcome his fears? And what about his mischievous friend, Percy the pony? Join Charlie on this heartwarming adventure filled with challenges, laughter, and the quest for victory.

In reading order

Charlie Bass Series

2 books · Published 2016–2020

#1 in Series

The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop

Chapter Book · 2016

A girl buys a racehorse that won't run. Can she save her family farm by Derby Day?

#3 in Series

The Racehorse Who Learned to Dance

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2020

A racehorse and two friends face their toughest challenge yet: making equestrian dreams come true.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Charlie Bass series?

There are 2 books in the Charlie Bass series. It began with The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop in 2016, and the newest book, The Racehorse Who Learned to Dance, was published in 2020.

What order should you read the Charlie Bass books in?

Start with The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Charlie Bass books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Charlie Bass to life.

Clare Balding

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What order should you read the Charlie Bass books in?

What ages are the Charlie Bass books best for?

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