Katie desperately wants to win a prize at the Town Fair this year. She is not good at art or crafts, and decides that photography may be her only chance. She enlists the help of her best friend, Angela, and together the girls go off in search of something for Katie to photograph. Much to their surprise, they find a beautiful but neglected Gypsy pony. Unfortunately, the pony is terribly lame. Katie is horrified by the pony's predicament. No matter what the cost, she knows she must rescue her Between assuming responsibility for the welfare of a pony, making new friends, and learning to ride, Katie enjoys the best summer of her life. A Pony for the Fair is a novel about friendship, hope, family, and, of course, ponies. Ages 9 - 13.