Christell Chapin has written and illustrated several children's books designed to inspire and empower children everywhere. They are imaginative as well as comforting and encourage self esteem, gratitude and compassion. Christell has captured magic and rhythm in her beautiful and poetic dialog and imagery. Children of all ages will fall in love with the loving, imaginative characters who come to life in these timeless original stories. She has authored and illustrated books for all generations of readers to enjoy.Each individual book is designed to help their young audience maintain a positive attitude as they search for answers and solutions to the sometimes overwhelmingly difficult situations in life, such as homelessness, illness or being bullied, all while maintaining faith and a loving, kind perspective. These little prose books are sure to become classics! The subjects of her stories typically come from her own life experiences, such as being bullied. PEPE'S JOURNEY, is about a peacock who grew up believing he was a turkey.

It was written to help others who find themselves being the subject of ridicule, simply because they are "different." It encourages the reader to look within themselves for strength and courage as it builds self-esteem while teaching that others should be valued by their character, not their color. Christell was diagnosed with cancer and turned grappling with her own illness, into DOCTOR, AM I BETTER YET? This inspiring story encourages faith while dealing with feelings and fears. It is about a young girl, Lily, who must endure the years of treatments to cure her cancer. It is uplifting and comforting.THE GINGERBREAD HOUSE, is a new Christmas story, destined to become a classic. The mice in this sweet little tale discover that what's most important isn't the building they live in, but rather the love that fills it. They learn how important it is to share their blessings with others who are in need.

All of her stories are filled with messages that promote self-esteem, kindness, comfort and hope. They are inspirational, motivational, delightful and imaginative!.