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The first-ever biography of trailblazing horse racer Lillian Jenkinson Holder, who broke the unwritten rule that women could not be jockeys. More than four decades before women were allowed to ride as licensed jockeys at recognized, pari-mutuel racetracks, a fearless farm girl turned race rider out of Nebraska was beginning her 47-year jockey career at venues beyond the reach of big-time track rules. Her name was Lillian Jenkinson Holder. In Jockey Queen: Lillian Jenkinson Holder, Horse Racing’s Fearless Lady, Roger Peach tells the remarkable journey of a woman who never gave up on her dream of racing, despite the obstacles thrown in her path. Kept from riding in major races simply because she was a woman, Jenkinson Holder thrived in the gritty world of no-holds-barred “bush track” racing, ultimately competing in an estimated 10,000 races over almost five decades. Featuring exclusive interviews with Jenkinson Holder’s surviving relatives and with jockeys who rode against her, as well as behind-the-scenes photos from the family’s collection, Jockey Queen is a fascinating glimpse into the cutthroat world of horse racing and the daring woman who defied all expectations.

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"Jockey Queen is an absolute must read. From the time I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. The story of Lillian's fight to ride is gripping whether you're a fan of horse racing or not. She deserves a hero's place in American racing.--Jon Court, Jon Court, recipient of the George Woolf Memorial Jockey Award and a featured rider on Animal Planet's documentary Jockeys In Jockey Queen: Lillian Jenkinson Holder, Horse Racing's Fearless Lady, Roger Peach's vivid writing takes you into every facet of the complicated world of a woman decades ahead of her time. He makes you feel the adrenaline pumping sensation of a 1,000-pound horse hurtling down the backstretch. You can smell the musty barns that jockeys and trainers called home during the county fair racing season. And, he opens the door to family drama and the frustration of being cast as an outsider because of your gender. The read is as gripping as Jenkinson's grasp on the reins.--Les Winkeler, former sports editor and outdoors writer for the Southern Illinoisan You do not have to be a die-hard horse racing fan to love the pure grit of jockey Lillian Jenkinson. She is one tough cookie. Author Roger Peach paints a realistic portrayal of this ""King""-size jockey. Peach sets you right in the saddle for a great literary ride with Lillian Jenkinson and her family in their hard-fought wins and losses. Jockey Queen is a must read.--Richard J. Maturi, author of Triple Crown Winner: The Earl Sande Saga"

"In Jockey Queen: Lillian Jenkinson Holder, Horse Racing's Fearless Lady, Roger Peach's vivid writing takes you into every facet of the complicated world of a woman decades ahead of her time. He makes you feel the adrenaline pumping sensation of a 1,000-pound horse hurtling down the backstretch. You can smell the musty barns that jockeys and trainers called home during the county fair racing season. And, he opens the door to family drama and the frustration of being cast as an outsider because of your gender. The read is as gripping as Jenkinson's grasp on the reins.--Les Winkeler, former sports editor and outdoors writer for the Southern Illinoisan You do not have to be a die-hard horse racing fan to love the pure grit of jockey Lillian Jenkinson. She is one tough cookie. Author Roger Peach paints a realistic portrayal of this ""King""-size jockey. Peach sets you right in the saddle for a great literary ride with Lillian Jenkinson and her family in their hard-fought wins and losses. Jockey Queen is a must read.--Richard J. Maturi, author of Triple Crown Winner: The Earl Sande Saga"

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Roger Peach has worked as a newspaper reporter and feature writer for Times-Commoner (Salem, Illinois), magazine managing editor for Jersey Journal, publisher for Downstate Farmer, and public relations senior writer and account executive with St. Louis-based Drone and Mueller. He is the author of Swamper Tales. Roger splits time between homes in Columbia, Illinois, and Las Vegas, Nevada.

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