About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their imaginative child is ready for their first chapter book mystery. Perfect for kids who love to play pretend, this story will delight them with its clever humor and creative premise. The book follows Howie, a dachshund who fancies himself a writer and pens a hardboiled detective novel starring his alter ego, Bud Barkin. It's a funny, gentle introduction to the mystery genre, using pet antics to parody classic detective tropes. Through its story-within-a-story format, it masterfully encourages creativity and celebrates the power of imagination, all while building vocabulary in a fun, low-stakes adventure.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
There are no sensitive topics in this book. The central conflict is a missing pet, which is resolved happily and humorously. The approach is entirely secular and lighthearted.
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