{"id":818901,"date":"2026-06-11T18:42:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T18:42:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=818901"},"modified":"2026-06-11T18:42:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T18:42:02","slug":"from-chainsaw-carving-to-childrens-books-spokane-artist-brings-bear-and-owl-friendship-to-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/from-chainsaw-carving-to-childrens-books-spokane-artist-brings-bear-and-owl-friendship-to-life_818901.html","title":{"rendered":"From Chainsaw Carving to Children\u2019s Books: Spokane Artist Brings Bear and Owl Friendship to Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

SPOKANE, WA –<\/strong> What began as a chainsaw carving created on the other side of the world has become a heartwarming children’s book now inspiring young readers everywhere.<\/p>\n

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Author, educator, leadership coach, and chainsaw artist Aaron Chavez is proud to announce the release of Brin and Melly, now available on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle editions.<\/p>\n

Brin and Melly tells the story of an unlikely friendship between Brin, a lonely grizzly bear, and Melly, a cheerful owl. Through adventure, discovery, and teamwork, young readers learn valuable lessons about kindness, courage, friendship, and belonging.<\/p>\n

What makes the story especially unique is its origin. The characters were inspired by a chainsaw carving Chavez created while working with Canadian International Schools in Guangzhou, China. As he carved the bear and owl, he imagined a friendship between them, an idea that eventually grew into a children’s book.<\/p>\n

“Melly was inspired by my first granddaughter, Melody, whose nickname is Melly,” said Chavez. “As a chainsaw carver, I’ve always believed every carving tells a story. Brin and Melly grew from that belief and became a story about friendship, imagination, and finding connection in unexpected places.”<\/p>\n

In addition to writing children’s books, Chavez is known throughout Washington State as a chainsaw carver, school leader, and story teller. Over the past 25 years, he has served as a teacher, principal, superintendent, executive director, and international school director while creating chainsaw carvings for clients, communities, schools, and organizations.<\/p>\n

He is available for author visits, school assemblies, literacy events, leadership presentations, and live chainsaw carving demonstrations.<\/p>\n

The release of Brin and Melly marks the beginning of an exciting new children’s book series. A second adventure is already in development, continuing the journey of Brin, Melly, and new friends as they explore a world filled with mystery, courage, and imagination.<\/p>\n

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Book Information<\/strong><\/p>\n

Title<\/strong>: Brin and Melly<\/p>\n

Author<\/strong>: Aaron Chavez<\/p>\n

Formats<\/strong>: Paperback and Kindle<\/p>\n

Available<\/strong>: Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n

“Every carving tells a story. Brin and Melly is one that children and families can share together.”<\/em><\/p>\n

Media Contact<\/span>
Company Name:<\/strong> Brin and Melly<\/a>
Contact Person:<\/strong> Aaron Chavez
Email:<\/strong> Send Email<\/a>
Country:<\/strong> United States
Website:<\/strong> http:\/\/brinandmelly.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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