The Guardian's Diary
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $2.99 USD. 80770 words.
Published on March 8, 2013. Fiction.
17 year old Jedidiah was born with a gruesome deformity that causes him to drag his foot. He embraces the nickname Dragonfoot and sets his goal to become a champion skateboarder, but amputation, a mission trip to Peru, and two girls that God puts in his path challenge his dream.
Location: United States
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Debra Chapoton
Biography
Debra Chapoton grew up in a middle class, Mid-Western, Christian family. She taught high school Spanish and English in an affluent suburb of Detroit while raising four children. Her writing career began after she and her husband built a full log lodge in the middle of a woods in northern Michigan.
Her reading interests flit around through mystery, humor, suspense, thriller, young adult, fantasy, romance, christian lit. and biographies. Her writing focuses primarily on children's adventure, fantasy and mystery, but she has also written the adult psychological thriller EDGE OF ESCAPE.
Her reading interests flit around through mystery, humor, suspense, thriller, young adult, fantasy, romance, christian lit. and biographies. Her writing focuses primarily on children's adventure, fantasy and mystery, but she has also written the adult psychological thriller EDGE OF ESCAPE.
Where to find Debra Chapoton online
Website: http://www.bigpinelodgebooks.com
Twitter: bigpinelodgegmail.com
Blog: http://www.edgeofescape.blogspot.com
Twitter: bigpinelodgegmail.com
Blog: http://www.edgeofescape.blogspot.com
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Nick Bazebahl and the Fake Witch Tunnels
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 8310 words. Published on October 6, 2012. Fiction.
NICK BAZEBAHL AND THE FAKE WITCH TUNNELS is book 6 in the TUNNELS series. Nick and Samantha find themselves in an ancient land full of superstitions. Once again they have strange things in their bags. An antfarm, a hairbrush and a sparkly wand help them complete their first mission. But what will they do with a package of jello when they tunnel to the 1600’s and stand trial for witchcraft?
Price: $0.99 USD. 8310 words. Published on October 6, 2012. Fiction.
NICK BAZEBAHL AND THE FAKE WITCH TUNNELS is book 6 in the TUNNELS series. Nick and Samantha find themselves in an ancient land full of superstitions. Once again they have strange things in their bags. An antfarm, a hairbrush and a sparkly wand help them complete their first mission. But what will they do with a package of jello when they tunnel to the 1600’s and stand trial for witchcraft?
Nick Bazebahl and the Cartoon Tunnels
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 6670 words. Published on September 22, 2012. Fiction.
NICK BAZEBAHL AND THE CARTOON TUNNELS is book 5 in the TUNNELS series. In this adventure Nick and his friend Samantha tunnel through an alternate reality and into three separate cartoons. The two of them enjoy a break from their usual missions as they interact with well-known cartoon characters. As usual their backpacks are filled with handy things to get them out of trouble.
Price: $0.99 USD. 6670 words. Published on September 22, 2012. Fiction.
NICK BAZEBAHL AND THE CARTOON TUNNELS is book 5 in the TUNNELS series. In this adventure Nick and his friend Samantha tunnel through an alternate reality and into three separate cartoons. The two of them enjoy a break from their usual missions as they interact with well-known cartoon characters. As usual their backpacks are filled with handy things to get them out of trouble.
Sheltered
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $3.99 USD. 78000 words. Published on August 6, 2012. Fiction.
Living together unsupervised, five troubled teens confront demonic forces and are forced to deal with their problems in distinctly different ways. Paranormal meets psycho meets Goth in this story of a supernatural haunting and budding love.
Price: $3.99 USD. 78000 words. Published on August 6, 2012. Fiction.
Living together unsupervised, five troubled teens confront demonic forces and are forced to deal with their problems in distinctly different ways. Paranormal meets psycho meets Goth in this story of a supernatural haunting and budding love.
Adventures in Reading
by Debra Chapoton
Price: Free! 41890 words. Published on December 16, 2011. Fiction.
This is a Sampler collection of the first 5 chapters of several children’s books by author Debra Chapoton. These samplings are brought to you by Big Pine Lodge Books. All books are available in e-book form for $2.99 or $.99 as well as in paperback form.
Price: Free! 41890 words. Published on December 16, 2011. Fiction.
This is a Sampler collection of the first 5 chapters of several children’s books by author Debra Chapoton. These samplings are brought to you by Big Pine Lodge Books. All books are available in e-book form for $2.99 or $.99 as well as in paperback form.
Nick Bazebahl and the Mining Tunnels
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 7070 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
Sliding into the Old West from their space adventure is quite a shock, but Nick and Samantha adapt quickly. Gold, dynamite, stagecoach villains and an Indian princess are a few of the surprises in book 4 of the TUNNELS series. Should they trust the Indians, the cowboys or the townsfolk? And just where are the tunnels? Will Nick and Sam find one in time?
Price: $0.99 USD. 7070 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
Sliding into the Old West from their space adventure is quite a shock, but Nick and Samantha adapt quickly. Gold, dynamite, stagecoach villains and an Indian princess are a few of the surprises in book 4 of the TUNNELS series. Should they trust the Indians, the cowboys or the townsfolk? And just where are the tunnels? Will Nick and Sam find one in time?
Nick Bazebahl and the Wormhole Tunnels
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 6690 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
In book 3 both Nick and Samantha slide into a galactic adventure. She has invented a prince who lives on a planet of strange animals, but the prince is covered with boogers. When his zombie-like behavior creeps them out they escape through wormhole tunnels into a space ship designed totally by Nick’s thoughts. He lets his imagination run wild and Sam is both impressed and afraid. Find out why.
Price: $0.99 USD. 6690 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
In book 3 both Nick and Samantha slide into a galactic adventure. She has invented a prince who lives on a planet of strange animals, but the prince is covered with boogers. When his zombie-like behavior creeps them out they escape through wormhole tunnels into a space ship designed totally by Nick’s thoughts. He lets his imagination run wild and Sam is both impressed and afraid. Find out why.
Nick Bazebahl and the Red Tunnels
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 6290 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
Nick and Samantha strengthen their friendship and even out their personal competition in this adventure. Wild dogs, wolves and mountain lions can’t keep Nick from completing each mission. When he teams up with Samantha he can’t get past one particular obstacle and Sam edges ahead of Nick in a challenge he forfeits. Problems arise but they perform awesome feats to get out of THE RED TUNNELS.
Price: $0.99 USD. 6290 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
Nick and Samantha strengthen their friendship and even out their personal competition in this adventure. Wild dogs, wolves and mountain lions can’t keep Nick from completing each mission. When he teams up with Samantha he can’t get past one particular obstacle and Sam edges ahead of Nick in a challenge he forfeits. Problems arise but they perform awesome feats to get out of THE RED TUNNELS.
Nick Bazebahl and the Forbidden Tunnels
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 7940 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
12 year old Nick escapes from a strange reformatory only to end up in a stranger place where he is teamed up with a partner and given an assignment. They slide down a forbidden tunnel and begin their odd and mysterious mission to save banned books like Huck Finn, Treasure Island and even Harry Potter. When Nick tries sliding alone the adventure gets crazy. Book 1 in the TUNNELS series.
Price: $0.99 USD. 7940 words. Published on November 26, 2011. Fiction.
12 year old Nick escapes from a strange reformatory only to end up in a stranger place where he is teamed up with a partner and given an assignment. They slide down a forbidden tunnel and begin their odd and mysterious mission to save banned books like Huck Finn, Treasure Island and even Harry Potter. When Nick tries sliding alone the adventure gets crazy. Book 1 in the TUNNELS series.
The Secret in the Hidden Cave - Teacher's Guide
by Debra Chapoton
Price: Free! 1680 words. Published on April 12, 2011. Fiction.
This is the companion teacher's guide to The Secret in the Hidden Cave, a middle grade novel for children ages 9 - 12. The questions, discussion prompts and activities were created by the author, a 30 year veteran teacher. This teacher's guide is appropriate for use in public, private and home school settings and may be reproduced or condensed as deemed necessary.
Price: Free! 1680 words. Published on April 12, 2011. Fiction.
This is the companion teacher's guide to The Secret in the Hidden Cave, a middle grade novel for children ages 9 - 12. The questions, discussion prompts and activities were created by the author, a 30 year veteran teacher. This teacher's guide is appropriate for use in public, private and home school settings and may be reproduced or condensed as deemed necessary.
Bigfoot Day, Ninja Night
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 19200 words. Published on December 10, 2010. Fiction.
2 Spooky books in one. In Bigfoot Day Anna and her friends skip the school fair to explore the woods behind the playground. They find evidence of a Sasquatch then can’t find their way out of the woods. Things get worse when they take shelter in what might be Bigfoot’s nest. In Ninja Night Luke and his brother, Nick, go on a boys only camping trip, but things get scary quickly as it gets dark.
Price: $0.99 USD. 19200 words. Published on December 10, 2010. Fiction.
2 Spooky books in one. In Bigfoot Day Anna and her friends skip the school fair to explore the woods behind the playground. They find evidence of a Sasquatch then can’t find their way out of the woods. Things get worse when they take shelter in what might be Bigfoot’s nest. In Ninja Night Luke and his brother, Nick, go on a boys only camping trip, but things get scary quickly as it gets dark.
A Tick in Time
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $0.99 USD. 27620 words. Published on December 7, 2010. Fiction.
The old pendulum clock ticked when it should have tocked and Tommy slipped into another dimension. Strange adventures, unusual creatures, quirky riddles and scary stuff are normal in this world. When Tommy shows Noelle how to enter this land, the two of them fearlessly explore. Then their younger siblings follow them through the portal and that means trouble. And who or what will follow them back?
Price: $0.99 USD. 27620 words. Published on December 7, 2010. Fiction.
The old pendulum clock ticked when it should have tocked and Tommy slipped into another dimension. Strange adventures, unusual creatures, quirky riddles and scary stuff are normal in this world. When Tommy shows Noelle how to enter this land, the two of them fearlessly explore. Then their younger siblings follow them through the portal and that means trouble. And who or what will follow them back?
Bullies and Bears
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $2.99 USD. 27550 words. Published on December 3, 2010. Fiction.
Missy and Kevin unravel more mysteries and secrets in the caves, the attic, the cemetery and the ruins. A new week of adventures and escapades face them as they confront teenage bullies and a troublesome mama bear. This is book 3 in the series after book 1, The Secret in the Hidden Cave, and book 2, Mystery's Grave. For kids ages 8 - 12.
Price: $2.99 USD. 27550 words. Published on December 3, 2010. Fiction.
Missy and Kevin unravel more mysteries and secrets in the caves, the attic, the cemetery and the ruins. A new week of adventures and escapades face them as they confront teenage bullies and a troublesome mama bear. This is book 3 in the series after book 1, The Secret in the Hidden Cave, and book 2, Mystery's Grave. For kids ages 8 - 12.
Mystery's Grave
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $2.99 USD. 23880 words. Published on December 3, 2010. Fiction.
After solving the mystery of The Secret in the Hidden Cave, Missy and Kevin thought the rest of the summer would be calm, but they were wrong. In Mystery’s Grave, book two in the series, more surprises await them in the woods, the caves, the stables and the cemetery. Two new families arrive at the lodge, but one family isn’t human. And they’re hiding in the graveyard! For kids ages 8 - 12.
Price: $2.99 USD. 23880 words. Published on December 3, 2010. Fiction.
After solving the mystery of The Secret in the Hidden Cave, Missy and Kevin thought the rest of the summer would be calm, but they were wrong. In Mystery’s Grave, book two in the series, more surprises await them in the woods, the caves, the stables and the cemetery. Two new families arrive at the lodge, but one family isn’t human. And they’re hiding in the graveyard! For kids ages 8 - 12.
The Secret in the Hidden Cave
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $2.99 USD. 50170 words. Published on November 18, 2010. Fiction.
(5.00 from 1 review)
Two 12-year-olds, Missy Stark and Kevin Jackson, explore the old lodge, the woods, the cemetery and the dark caves beneath the lake and find surprises, danger and secrets. Can they solve the riddles, follow the clues and save the place from destruction? Or are they being used by someone smarter who needs help to reveal The Secret in the Hidden Cave?
Price: $2.99 USD. 50170 words. Published on November 18, 2010. Fiction.
(5.00 from 1 review) Two 12-year-olds, Missy Stark and Kevin Jackson, explore the old lodge, the woods, the cemetery and the dark caves beneath the lake and find surprises, danger and secrets. Can they solve the riddles, follow the clues and save the place from destruction? Or are they being used by someone smarter who needs help to reveal The Secret in the Hidden Cave?
Edge of Escape
by Debra Chapoton
Price: $3.50 USD. 58880 words. Published on August 18, 2010. Fiction.
(4.67 from 3 reviews)
Emotionally impaired yet clever, Eddie obsesses over the most popular girl. He drugs her, abducts her and locks her away. She escapes, but that is part of his plan as he pretends to be her knight in shining armor. Will she accept his special devotion or reject his fragile love? Stalking gets a sympathetic twist in this story of fixation and fear.
Price: $3.50 USD. 58880 words. Published on August 18, 2010. Fiction.
(4.67 from 3 reviews) Emotionally impaired yet clever, Eddie obsesses over the most popular girl. He drugs her, abducts her and locks her away. She escapes, but that is part of his plan as he pretends to be her knight in shining armor. Will she accept his special devotion or reject his fragile love? Stalking gets a sympathetic twist in this story of fixation and fear.
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Smashwords book reviews by Debra Chapoton
- The Adventures of Steven and Diesel
on July 17, 2011
This delightful story would make great bedtime reading – a chapter a night – for boys and girls 4 to 8 years old. Young readers who want to tackle a book on their own will have no trouble with The Adventures of Steven and Diesel. An imaginative 8-year-old, Steven, is lucky enough to become the owner of a well-trained but adventurous dog named Diesel. Together they explore, play, and learn, while the reader is presented with a story that flows gently. I would compare this to the calming entertainment of a Mr. Rogers show. There is no real danger, villains, accidents or anything objectionable. The infusion of humor adds to the story and gives a charm that old and young will appreciate. I recommend this book to parents of children learning to read.