JIM'S NEW BOOK - OUT NOW!

Jim's Latest book is a NEW collection of the best racing stories from Australia's long love affair with thoroughbreds.

Whether it's the love of a satin-coated thoroughbred, the surge of a last minute betting plunge in the ring, or the thrill of a close-fought finish that takes you there, the racetrack is a stage where all the drama, heroism, humour and uncertainty of life itself is played out.

Best Australian Racing Stories captures this passion on the page, bringing together in one volume the finest racing stories and verses from some of Australia's best-loved writers. Here are tales of childhood dreams, great achievements, victory in adversity, tragedy and heartbreak. There are stories of crazy schemes and hilarious events that could only happen on an Australian racetrack. There are colourful, larger-than-life characters immediately recognizable to us all. There is also a fine collection of stirring ballads, hilarious verses and poignant and moving poetry.

Did you know that Jorrocks raced till the grand old age of 19? Or that Melbourne Cup - winner Grand Flaneur never lost a race? Or that Sunline was the top stakes-winning mare in the world in her day?

The Best Australian Racing Stories is chock-a-block with the victories and tragedies of these amazing champions and many more.

Some of Australia's finest writers, such as Banjo Paterson, C.J. Dennis and Les Carlyon, tell tall tales and true of the racing life from Australia's earliest colonial times to the present day. Nat Gould, Jim Haynes, Bruce Montgomerie, Crackers Keenan and many others share moving memories, engaging yarns and laughs galore.

Whether you are a racing tragic, a lover of horses or a two-bob, once-a-year punter, you will love this horseracing celebration that ripples with all the laughter, romance, heartbreak and humanity of the sport of kings.

Available now order online on the mail order page!