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All About Eddie Bowman



Eddie Bowman is a native Missourian, having grown up on a small farm near Purdy, Missouri. He is an author, song writer, entertainer and inspirational speaker. He played the part of "Chester Drawers" in Branson for eight years, and is now visiting schools and entertaining students while imparting valuable information for learning and encouragement. He visits about 330 schools a year in 15 states.

Eddie is a down-to-earth person who has the ability to take the most ordinary things, and create a story that will be both interesting and helpful. His 17 children's books are suited for elementary students. They are on the Accelerated Reader program. In story and song, Eddie brings his audiences heart-warming experiences, and home-spun stories of humor that will challenge listeners to apply themselves to learning and opportunity. He sees the potential of children, and how they must believe in themselves and prepare daily through personal effort and discipline to become what they want to be.

Having four children, five grandchildren, and one great-grandchild of his own, Eddie treasures youth, and is dedicated to helping direct them to a happy, successful future. Eddie is available for your next school or library program.


Testimonials From Chester Drawers'
School Events



Dear Chester,
        Thank you so much for coming to our school and sharing your books and songs with our kids. They enjoyed your performance so much, and I also had great feedback from our teachers. You were able to get some very important values over to the students in a fun way. Thanks so much for a rewarding visit.
- Betty McManamon, Librarian
  Haskell Consolidated I.S.D
Dear Chester Drawers,
        Thank you for coming to Plainview. I understand the message to don't do drugs and reading will take you places. Your friend,
- T.V., Plainview, OK
Dear Mr. Bowman,
        You're a great author. You're funny too. Last year we had another author. He was mean....We asked Ms. Crissy if he couldn't come back anymore. But we want you to come back. Your friend,
- Katie, Ardmore, OK
Dear Chester,
        My class enjoyed your presentation so much! We plan to play your CD as a reward for good behavior.
- M.K.
Chester Drawers,
        Hi, my name is C.L.G. I liked your silly songs. I really like Silly Dog. Man that song is the best. I am your biggest fan in the world! Your friend,
- C.L.G.


The children love Chester Drawers
and especially enjoy getting some personal
attention and an autographed book or two.



Some one liners from elementary students...


  • "You are grate." Kayla - TX
  • "I like when we sing." Ashley - TX
  • "You are like the best boy ever." Moegan - TX
  • "Chester Drawers is very, very, very funny." LuQuaries - TX
  • "U are a little nutty but a great athor and funny." Patty - OK
  • "You are my best friend." Trenton - OK
  • "Thank you for coming to my school Chester George. I really ingard it." Allyson - OK
  • "Dear Chester, I liked the thing - I would like to see you a gin. Your my favorite author." Trena - OK
  • "I'm a sixth grader, I liked your stories. They were really good." Cassandra - Ark
  • "You are a wonderful joke teller, song writer and author." Monica - Ark
  • "I wish you were some part of my family." Carol - Ark
  • "I been thinking about being a drawer like you and will try some gravy on a bucket lid." Nathan - Ark
  • "Will you bring a real million dollar bill next time?" Wally - Ark
  • "I love you Chester Drawers."
  • "Hey C.D. The teachers thought that us eighth graders might not like it (your show) but we really did. Whitney - Ark
  • "I love your songs Mr. Drawers. How do you do it?" Abby - MS
  • "I love your tape. I can't stop listening to it." Laura - MS

Some Comments from teachers ...

  • "You're so good with children." Sherrie, Pre-school teacher - Ark
  • "My class thoroughly enjoyed your visit ... it was comical, uplifting and educational." Dana - 4th Grade Teacher - Ark
  • "Your books and songs were wonderful and you were great!" Paula, H.S. Librarian - Ark
  • "The assembly was a huge success. The students loved the songs and stories, while the teachers loved the positive messages! You are fantastic!" Teresa, Elementary Librarian - Ark
  • "Anytime you can get kindergarteners to sit and listen you have done something truly entertaining. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Room KC - Ark
  • "You have a great way of presenting important lessons we all need!" 4th Grade Teacher - MS
  • "We really enjoyed singing along to your great songs." Kindergarten Teacher - MS
  • "We enjoyed your program so much, and had a great time singing Silly Songs" Pre-school Teacher
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Our contact information

By email:
bowmanpublishing@chesterdrawers.com

By standard mail:
Bowman Publishing
154 Whispering Oaks Drive
Galena, MO 65656

By phone:
(888)336-5132
(417)272-8839
bowmanpublishing@chesterdrawers.com


Shipping Information

Items are shipped based on weight. Shipping weight is as follows:

  • Books - 0.20 lbs
  • Bookmarks - 0.02 lbs
  • Framed Prints - 1.00 lbs
  • Unframed Prints - 0.05 lbs
  • CDs - 0.10 lbs

Shipping Weight Amount
Standard 0 - 1.99lbs $2.95
2.00 - 3.99lbs $4.95
4.00+ lbs $6.95
Priority 0 - 1.99lbs $4.95
2.00 - 3.99lbs $6.95
4.00+ lbs $9.95


Unless otherwise specified, most items are available to be shipped out the next business day for orders placed before 5:00pm Central Time. We Ship via Unites States Postal Service (USPS).

Refunds and Returns Policy:

We will process returns within 10 business days of the shipping date. Please email orders@chesterdrawers.comto submit an item or order for a return/refund. Once items are received back in original condition, we will process the refund. If items are not in original condition, we reserve the right to refund a percentage of the purchase price, based on condition of the item(s).

Frequently Asked Questions:

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