Dr. Lizzi’s writes more than just vet stuff!
Unpretentious, Eminently Readable Contemporary and Historical Fiction… and Veterinary Fiction and Nonfiction!
Number one bestselling historical fiction author Deborah Challinor says of Lizzi’s historicals:
“Very descriptive, rich with research woven into the narrative, fairly informal and therefore eminently readable.”
Lizzi’s awarded historical and contemporary suspense, women’s, YA, and veterinary fiction have an equestrian flair, part and parcel of her other life as an equine veterinarian and carriage competitor.
Lizzi’s first novel won some awards…
A Long Trail Rolling was the Winner of:
2016 True West Magazine’s Best Western Romance
2015 RWNZ Koru Award
2014 RWNZ Pacific Hearts Award
And her professional writing has won some nice ones too, like winning the:
2010 and 2023 Best Practitioner Publication by an Equine Practitioner of the Equine Veterinary Association of the NZVA
Book One: A Long Trail Rolling
A dangerous job. Is it a convenient escape route…
or a death trap?
UTAH TERRITORY, 1860. Alone. Aleksandra has spent her whole life training for the inevitable. So when a brutal Cossack tracks down and kills her father, she knows what she must do. Now orphaned, she flees, disguised as a Pony Express rider to keep her pa’s killer from discovering their family’s secret.
Xavier has kept the world, especially women, at arms-length since he ran from his troubles as heir to his Californio rancho family. As a Pony Express Station Keeper, having a girl riding the Pony out of his station wasn’t ever part of his plans… but somehow it happened, blackmail being what it is. Curiously, he didn’t want to let this one out of his sight.
They begin to let each other into their hearts, but the cards are stacking against them as the minutes tick by and Aleks rides full speed into the Indian Paiute War. Can they learn to trust in time to escape the Indians, evade the killer, and save both their love and Aleksandra’s family legacy?
Book Two: The Hills of Gold Unchanging
As the Civil War rages, secessionists menace California. The Confederates want the state and they’ll stop at nothing to they’ll stop at nothing to take it.
UTAH TERRITORY, 1860. On a wagon train headed for the Golden State, Aleksandra makes a dangerous enemy of a gun-running Confederate when she fights her way out of his unwelcome embrace.
After a late-night poker game, Xavier’s new friends realize he’s heard too much to be allowed to live.
Embroiled in the Confederates’ fight to drag the new state from the Union and make it their own, can Aleks and Xavier survive? The secessionists mean business.
Book Three: A Sea of Green Unfolding
They set sail for the peace and calm of New Zealand, but they hadn’t counted on murderers, mutineers, and a land war in paradise.
SAN FRANCISCO BAY AND NEW ZEALAND, 1863. Aleksandra and Xavier have finally found happiness on their Rancho de las Pulgas, but tragedy and death strike far too soon. Sickened further by the U.S. government’s treatment of their Native American friends, they only want out. Of everything.
They are thrown a lifeline by an old friend of Xavier’s from the California goldfields. This Gustavus von Tempsky, with his shadowed past, is now a newspaperman in Coromandel, New Zealand. His invitation draws them to a new start, with a part to play in the development of the peaceful young country—but by the time they arrive in Aotearoa, everything has changed.
Aleks thought mutineers and scoundrels aboard ship were the worst of their worries, but she hadn’t planned on disembarking into a turbulent wilderness and befriending the helpful local Māori, only to find von Tempsky leading the colonial troops into the bush against the natives who’d saved her life.
Fifty Miles at a Breath
Horses bring them together and their future looks rosy—it’s the present they can’t handle.
When equine veterinary student Lena and veteran pilot Blake fall in love, vet school and the past intrude. Add in a long-distance relationship, and things get just plain hard. A grueling endurance race forces them to draw on their strengths and face their fears—together.
Lena Takes a Foal
She needs help… he needs to stay away…
Lena’s got a problem—one that might prevent her from graduating. When her horse flips over and lands on her, it has to be the dashing resident, Kit, who finds her. Luckily, she’s sworn off relationships after her last debacle and sea-green eyes and rugged good looks are the last things on her mind. Besides, to a veterinary school faculty, relationships between residents and students are like oil and water.
They just don’t mix.
Greener Pastures Calling
A new country, a great job, and a good Kiwi bloke. Life couldn’t be better.
Until it gets worse.
Newly emigrated to New Zealand, Lena wants a ‘good Kiwi bloke’, but they’re elusive as their nocturnal namesake. Nigel’s avoiding females, unless they’re cows, horses, or his mother after his first marriage. Sparks fly when they meet—but not the first time, over the dirty instruments in a filthy cowshed. They seem to be made for each other, until Nigel remembers where he first saw her. And then the questions start.
Odin in New Zealand: On the Farm Read Aloud
A gentle Kiwi story of family, imagination, and country life.
Odin loves life on the farm — from feeding the chooks to tasting sour redcurrants in the orchard! This lyrical rhyming story brings rural New Zealand to life for children everywhere.
Available in Digital and Paperback
Book One of the Odin in New Zealand Series
Odin in New Zealand: Farm Colouring Book
Join Odin on the farm — and bring the day to life with colour.
From tractors in the paddock to calves, sheep, and farm dogs, each page captures real outdoor farm moments in New Zealand.
With bold outlines and open spaces, this colouring book is perfect for little hands and creative minds.
Available in Paperback
Book Two of the Odin in New Zealand Series
Odin in New Zealand: On the Farm Early Reader
Join Odin at Grandma and Grandpa’s farmhouse in a warm Early Reader story full of animals, family, and everyday adventure.
With simple sentences, real-life photographs, and familiar farmhouse moments, this edition helps children build confidence while enjoying Odin’s world.
A gentle Early Reader from the Odin in New Zealand series.
Available in Digital and Paperback
Book Three of the Odin in New Zealand Series
Odin in New Zealand: On the Farm Early Reader Dyslexia Version
When Odin visits his grandparents’ farm, every animal has something to teach.
From cheeky chooks to gentle Maya the horse, this dyslexic-friendly edition helps readers enjoy Odin’s story with comfort, clarity, and confidence.
A supportive and engaging way to experience the world of Odin in New Zealand.
A gentle Early Reader from the Odin in New Zealand series.
Available in Paperback Dyslexia Version
Book Four of the Odin in New Zealand Series
Odin in New Zealand: My Emotions Journal
A gentle, story-inspired journal to help children understand and express their feelings.
Through drawing, writing, and simple prompts based on Odin’s world, children explore emotions, change, and ways to feel calm and confident.
There are no wrong answers — just a safe space to reflect, create, and grow.
Available in Paperback
Book Five of the Odin in New Zealand Series
To be released 28 April 2026! Preorder now!
Odin in New Zealand: At the Farmhouse Read Aloud
When Odin’s cold keeps him home from daycare, he misses his special Fridays at Grandma and Grandpa’s farmhouse.
Once he’s better, there’ll be so much to do — feeding the dogs, making bright playdough, talking with Great-Grandma overseas, cooking Cheesy Eggs, riding Maya the horse, splashing with Tiggie, and ending the day with Grandpa’s bedtime stories.
Available in Digital and Paperback
Book Six of the Odin in New Zealand Series
To be released 28 May 2026! Preorder now!
Odin in New Zealand: Farmhouse Colouring Book
Colour cosy farmhouse life with Odin.
From feeding the dogs and making Cheesy Eggs to riding Maya the horse and playing in Grandma’s kitchen, this colouring book brings everyday New Zealand farmhouse moments to life.
With bold outlines and open spaces, it’s perfect for little hands, encouraging creativity, storytelling, and calm, screen-free play.
Available in Paperback
Book Seven of the Odin in New Zealand Series
To be released 28 June 2026! Preorder now!
Odin in New Zealand: At the Farmhouse Early Reader
Join Odin at Grandma and Grandpa’s farmhouse in a warm Early Reader story full of animals, family, and everyday adventure.
With simple sentences, real-life photographs, and familiar farmhouse moments, this edition helps children build confidence while enjoying Odin’s world.
A gentle Early Reader from the Odin in New Zealand series.
Available in Digital and Paperback
Book Eight of the Odin in New Zealand Series
To be released 28 July 2026! Preorder now!
Odin in New Zealand: At the Farmhouse Early Reader
Join Odin at Grandma and Grandpa’s farmhouse in a warm Early Reader story full of animals, family, and everyday adventure.
With simple sentences, real-life photographs, and familiar farmhouse moments, this edition helps children build confidence while enjoying Odin’s world.
A gentle Early Reader from the Odin in New Zealand series.
Available in Dyslexia Paperback
Book Nine of the Odin in New Zealand Series
To be released 28 July 2026! Preorder now!
~Junior Years~ 
After Lena hears she needs good grades to become a veterinarian, things start to get tricky. Even her pony doesn’t get out unscathed. (Middle Grade) USA 1972–1976. Series of four books.
~High School Days ~
When your high school counsellor says vet school’s too hard for you and your HS sweetheart offers you a dream life of farming, writing, and babies, what do you do? Is vet school really the be-all, end-all? (Young Adult) USA 1976–1979. Series of four books.
~College Nights
How can you have a life when you need an A in every class for four years to get into vet school… on top of 800 hours vet practice work? Something’s got to give. (Young Adult and up) USA 1980–1984. Series of four books.
~Vet School 24/7~
Now they’re in, the pressure for grades is off and vet school social life is upon them… there’s only the tsunami of 200 years of veterinary knowledge to pack into their heads. Can Lena and her friends stay afloat? (Young Adult and up) USA 1984–1988. Series of four books.
~Practice Time~
Finally graduated, prima ballerinas of the university, Lena and her vet school classmates disperse to far-flung practices… and real life. What could possibly go wrong? Late nights on-call, mud, blood, and finally, a light at the end of the tunnel… unfortunately, it’s only the penlight of a dictatorial vet technician in Lena’s eyes after she passed out on the floor. (Women’s Rural Fiction with Romantic Elements) USA & New Zealand 1988–2012. Series of four books.
