2 Sammy and Bubba hear the tale of legendary Civil War trader Quinton Abernathy and his curious death in a cabin fire on June 19, 1863, and they can’t stay away. The strange smoke in the fireplace, believed to signal the arrival of his ghost to guard his lost treasure, has returned. The boys are determined to find the treasure and solve this mystery, which is older than the state of West Virginia.
Brian Croasmun
A retired teacher, Brian Croasmun has visited countless schools throughout the Ohio Valley, inspiring students to write their own stories. He has presented at West Virginia Young Writers Day, and his work has been featured at Tamarack, West Virginia’s premier showcase for art and literature. Brian is also the author of The Clemente Ball, Santa in the Shed, and Lucy’s Wish, as well as two picture books featuring his leopard tortoise: Little Kevin Wants a Birthday and Little Kevin Saves the Day. Outside of writing, Brian is a high school sports radio broadcaster, an avid pickleball player, and a proud husband and father. He and his wife, Sherry, have two adult children, Chase and Davianne, and share their home with their dog, Winston.
Sammy and Bubba Catch a Ghost
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Brian Croasmun