Back in print for the 15th Anniversary in a beautiful oversized hardcover edition for libraries! These delightful stories about Buster and his friends in Bugville have sold over 3 million copies worldwide! Discover the magical world of Robert Stanek's Bugville Critters. Stanek, acclaimed author of the popular children's books The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches and Journey Beyond the Beyond, has selected an irresistible combination for young listeners: loveable critters and heart-warming stories. The Bugville Critters stories address all the major issues of growing up and are designed to appeal to the ever-growing interests of children everywhere. Whether you're planning a staycation or a vacation, every child deserves to dream and what better dream than a dream of Bugville. Buster and his family go on vacation to Long Lake. Buster is unsure about going away from home but learns to adjust. He meets Dag, and the two have fun at the lake. The wonderfully crafted story is paired with energetic illustrations of a colorful cast of critters and playful scenes. This rollicking adventure is sure to be a favorite with the story-time crowd. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Robert Stanek, a recent nominee for a Lifetime Achievement award and past recipient of multiple awards recognizing his outstanding contributions and excellence in writing, is the author of more than two hundred books for young people and adults, which have been published and/or distributed by nearly every major US publisher, including Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House, Macmillan, McGraw-Hill, Hachette, HarperCollins, and Microsoft. Read letters to Buster from kids all over the world at the Bugville Critters web site, www.bugvillecritters.com. Learn more about the author/illustrator at williamrstanek.com.