Ten-year-old Bud, a motherless boy living in Flint, Michigan, during the Great Depression, escapes a bad foster home and sets out in search of the man he believes to be his father–the renowned bandleader, H.E. Calloway of Grand Rapids.

Liz says:

“You will love Bud as he takes you on his journey and learns much about his father and himself. This is a must read.”

Flint Future Detective Club members Steven Carter, his friend Russell, and Russell’s dog Zoopy solve the mystery of a quadrillion-dollar bill with the image of James Brown on it.

Liz says:

“Curtis is one of the best authors around. I’ve read his books for older kids and am excited to try this one. I’m sure it’s a winner!”