Fergus the Horse - Horse Cartoons by Jean Abernethy

When Fergus found his way to social media in 2012, it didn't take long for equestrians worldwide to fall in love with him. Now with four books, and over 300k followers, Fergus and his colourful herd of friends continue the fun. Fergus is written and illustrated by Jean Abernethy.

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Books

It's been 20 years Fergus
Trafalgar Square Books 2020

Fergus, (Equus-Hilarious), the creation of artist Jean Abernethy, has been entertaining audiences –young and old, in print and online – with his comedic adventures for the past 20 years. Now, Abernethy celebrates his age – and the wisdom that should come with it – with a rollicking selection of horsey humour, including many comics fans have never seen before, created exclusively for this book.
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Fergus and the Night Before Christmas
Trafalgar Square Books 2017

Fergus, the world's most popular cartoon horse, shares an epic holiday adventure inspired by the classic tale 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. With colorful, light-hearted comedy on every page, Fergus and his motley group of equine teammates bravely take to the skies to give St. Nick the sleigh ride of his life. Can Santa manage his ungainly hitch and deliver the perfect gift on the most magical night of the year? Fasten your seatbelt! Recommended for ages 5 to 95.
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Equus Film & Arts Fest award winner 2019

Fergus and the Greener Grass
Trafalgar Square Books 2017

Written and illustrated by Jean Abernethy. Hard cover, 35 illustrated pages. Fergus is convinced the grass beyond his meadow might be a little greener. But there's a fence... And then, there's another fence...best enjoyed by readers 5 to 95.
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2018 Western Writers of America, Spur Award winner in Best Western Storyteller / Illustrated Children's Book category

A Horse to be Reckoned With
Trafalgar Square Books 2016.

Written and illustrated by Jean Abernethy. 32 pages of hilariously entertaining illustrations, and poetic dialog between Fergus and "The Lad" who is determined to gentle him.
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Equus Film & Arts Fest award winner 2019

The Essential Fergus
Trafalgar Square Books 2015

A collection of Fergus comics, with a backstory of Jean Abernethy's career, and how Fergus began. 136 pages
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Equus Film & Arts Fest award winner 2019

Fergus Comics

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Classic Fergusisms

"Hey, kid...um...those are not lumps of coal"
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Equine Compass
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"Courage keeps us going. Laughter keeps us sane"
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"I spook first, then I think later, therefor I am."
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"I need a pony. It's that simple."
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"Sometimes words fall short of what we're really feeling...That's okay. Some of us don't function in the world of words."
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"Life is short. Stop and smell the horses." (wide design)
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"Life is short. Stop and smell the horses."
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Free Downloads

Download these fun coloring pages featuring Fergus in action. Simply click on each one to view it large and then print.

About the Author

For over 35 years, Jean Abernethy's editorial, technical and comical illustrations have been gracing equestrian periodicals and books. Jean studied equestrian skills at Humber College, then earned her art degree at OCAD University in Toronto. Her comical style of drawing spawned the character "Fergus the Horse" who has gained a following of over 310,000 Facebook and Instagram fans. Now with four Fergus books written and illustrated, the fun continues. Having dabbled in saddle making, worked as a barn hand, carriage driver and trail guide, Jean's experience unfolds with a sense horse-humour that kicks in right where the steel meets the road...so to speak...