Michael Puttonen


Biography

I became interested in writing as a creative outlet a number of years ago, concentrating my efforts on short stories and tales for young children. Always an avid reader, my tastes include an eclectic variety of genres and styles that encompass storytellers both past and present. As a writer, I feel an affinity for action and adventure, and love fantasy for the freedom it offers in creating alternate worlds. Sanyel is the first novel of a projected young adult series. My second, Disrupter, is currently available, and a third is in the works. I have also recently published a book of children's tales.

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    Books

    Seven and One Tales for Young Readers    by Michael Puttonen
    Price: $0.99 USD. 7710 words. Published on May 21, 2013. Fiction.

    Eight delightful and thought-provoking stories for young readers...twin sisters battle over who can make the world a better place...a boy with no shadow learns to compensate...a cat will always be a cat, even if a king...a strange creature arrives in Farmer Frank's corn field...Grandpa knows a story or two, but how do they end?...an ancient tree protects a town...
    Disrupter    by Michael Puttonen
    Price: $3.99 USD. 106460 words. Published on March 26, 2013. Fiction.

    Owning a keen wit and intelligence, an ability to control animals, and following a life path seemingly chosen by the sun god himself, sixteen-year-old Sanyel is building a reputation in her small corner of the world as a formidable adversary and ally. A former foe calls this wily, often underestimated female shaman "the Disrupter." The belligerent Cruxun will soon find out why. (Sanyel sequel)
    A Gift For Joey    by Michael Puttonen
    Price: Free! 9170 words. Published on October 22, 2012. Fiction.

    0.25 star(4.33 from 3 reviews)
    When a desperate act on Christmas Eve threatens to ruin Christmas for his young son, Sam Turner does not anticipate the surprising turn that will make this Christmas one to remember and cherish.
    Sanyel    by Michael Puttonen
    Price: Free! 116920 words. Published on September 25, 2012. Fiction.

    Lore has it that whenever the sun god, Ra-ta, desires to facilitate change in the world, he enlists the most worthy human candidates to serve as his divine messengers and holy warriors. Could Sanyel be one? An insignificant, disgraced fifteen-year-old cast off would seem an illogical choice...and yet, there is something about her...

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    Smashwords book reviews by Michael Puttonen

    • The Jester & The Bottle Witch on May 11, 2013
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      Very imaginative story, enhanced by a delightfully descriptive style.
    • The Reaper on May 11, 2013
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      Interesting story. I rather enjoyed it. Had a few misspellings, but nothing too egregious. Nice job.
    • Granny Pegg's Great Chase&Granny Grinalot's Day in the Desert on May 13, 2013
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      Loved the first story. To me, the second had a somewhat weaker plot, though the writing for both was terrific. Found myself chuckling time and again over the author's wit, which is generously displayed in numerous passages. Excellent flow to the narrative, and the pleasant illustrations captured selected scenes well. Overall, a satisfying read. Children should find these stories enjoyable.
    • Return on May 14, 2013
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      A moving tale about a man approaching the end of a hard, unfulfilling life. A final return to a place of mixed memories brings honest reflections on choices made and chances missed. A sad, wistful, and wonderfully written story.
    • We the People on May 16, 2013
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      Filled with equal measures of anticipation and anxiety, and having utmost confidence in her leader and protector, the narrator tells of her family's harrowing encounters during an oft-taken journey to a precious water source. All that her family desires is nourishment, safety, freedom, and to be together. A tense, somber tale, told from a unique perspective in a compelling fashion.