Leisa Fail

Leisa Fail

Immerse your young readers in the magical world of The Adventures of Stormy Normy, created by Leisa Fail. Growing up in Ipswich, Queensland, Leisa's childhood dream of owning a horse paved the way for her love of storytelling and horses.

A graduate in creative writing from Griffith University, Leisa's journey took an exciting turn in 2009 with the arrival of her first horse, The Storm. Together, they explored and conquered over 3000 endurance kilometres, achieving recognition in various disciplines.

As The Storm retired in 2018, Leisa's dedication to preserving their adventures blossomed into The Adventures of Stormy Normy series. This heartwarming collection not only captures the spirit of The Storm but also imparts valuable lessons of resilience and friendship.

Leisa's blend of imagination, life lessons and passion for horses makes this series a must-read for young minds and horse enthusiasts alike.

Stormy Normy

And the Tom Quilty Gold Cup

Join Stormy Normy in Book 2 as he explores his forever home in Goldsborough Valley, Far North Queensland. In this exciting story, Stormy Normy learns about friendship, bravery and how to work as a team.

When his owner Charlie sets a big goal of competing in the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, a 160 km endurance ride in one day, the pair starts training.



With others questioning Storm Normy’s ability to complete such an event, self-doubt sets in. But with his new friends by his side, he finds that with hard work and a positive attitude, anything is possible. Come on an exciting adventure with the loveable brumby colt to learn about the power of never giving up.

Stormy Normy

Finds His Forever Home

Adventure awaits with Stormy Normy!  Join the spirited brumby colt in his quest for a forever home. A tale of resilience and self-discovery for young hearts. Perfect for bedtime tales or independent reading, this captivating first chapter book is a must-read for kids aged 6 and up.

Join Stormy Normy as he navigates the challenges of life, from facing abandonment to overcoming bullying and embracing what makes him unique.

This inspiring adventure is not just about a colt finding his forever home, but is also about the universal lessons of resilience, self-discovery and the importance of being true to yourself.

This is a tale that will warm your heart and leave you cheering for Stormy Normy. A wonderful blend of adventure and life lessons, Book One in The Adventures of Stormy Normy will delight early readers.

Written by children's author and horse enthusiast, Leisa Fail, with charming colour illustrations by Amy Rennie.