The True Story of Zippy Chippy

A true story about the famed racehorse who lost every race but won everyone's heart. The love Zippy inspired, even when he lost, resonates with the contemporary message that whether you win or you lose-you are enough!

The bell rings and they're off! Zippy the racehorse - descended from legends - is destined for glory, but when the other horses bolt from the gate... Zippy stands still. When people try to pet him... he bites their hats and escapes from his stall. What's an owner to do? Keep on trying! After all, Zippy has become part of Felix's family - and a close friend of his little daughter. And after 100 straight losses, Zippy shows everyone that - win, lose, or draw - it takes guts to compete and that you can lose and lose and still be a winner.

About the Author

Artie Bennett is an executive copy editor by day and a writer by night. He is the author of the many children’s picture books, as well as two riotous joke and riddle books. When Artie stumbled upon the story of Zippy Chippy, he found himself champing at the bit to introduce young readers to this remarkable, inspiring tale of whoa!

About the Illustrator

Dave Szalay is an award-winning illustrator, aspiring author, and college professor.