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Bud, Not Buddy

By Christopher Paul Curtis

Adjectives

heartwarming humorous fast-paced

Genres

Historical Fiction Adventure Friendship/Family

Synopsis

In 1936, ten-year-old Bud Caldwell, an orphan in Flint, Michigan, embarks on a journey to find his father, armed only with a suitcase of treasured items and a flyer for a jazz band. Facing challenges like a car-driving vampire and a monster-infested woodshed, Bud's adventure leads him to unexpected discoveries about family and himself.

About the author

Christopher Paul Curtis is a brilliant author from America who loves writing stories for children. He is best known for his award-winning book ‘Bud, Not Buddy’, which follows a brave boy on an exciting adventure. Christopher’s books are filled with fun, friendship, and important lessons, making them favourites for young readers everywhere.

Pages

304 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2019

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