While the snow swirls outdoors and the fire crackles in the hearth, Mr. Putter decides to write a mystery book. But he soon learns that writing isn't as easy as he thought it would be. John McDonough's cozy voice artfully captures the whimsical flavor of Cynthia Rylant's gentle humor and endearing characters. Kids simply adore the books of this Newbery Award winner and Best Book of the Year honoree. Recorded Books offers over 30 of Rylant's charming creations.
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"This is going to be a great mentor text to share the trials of being a writer. Mr Putter and Tabby are the perfect ones to show us. I had some of the most beautiful lists of 'good things' from my kids and their families after using this as a mentor text. It's a great celebration of our blessings!"
— Barbara (4 out of 5 stars)
" Mr. Putter and tabby decide to write a book. A & S. "
— Horace, 11/21/2013" We have read all the Mr. Putter books in the library and own a few ourselves. These books are so delightful to the 3 - 6 year old. They will have me read them again and again. The same is true with the Henry and Mudge books. "
— Jlnpeacock, 11/15/2013" What a heart-warmer! I've enjoyed every one of her books. They're funny and heartwarming in such a light and genuine way. She's a model children's book writer. I love this book, and the illustrations are perfect. I can't wait to read more of them. "
— Keeko, 11/4/2013" Sweet procrastination. I want a retirement life like Mr. Putter and Mrs. Teaberry's... "
— Misha, 6/24/2013" An easy reader with a fun story about the writing process! "
— Linda, 6/10/2013" Very heart-warming and interesting book that the kids enjoyed. "
— Lovely, 4/12/2013" This is one of a series. Very cute. "
— Maicie, 2/21/2012" We really liked this one. Perfect chance to make your own list and maybe get inspired to write a book. "
— Grace, 12/23/2011" Such expressive pictures, as usual. Logan loves Tabby and this book was no exception. Mama enjoyed it too, as a person who loves the *idea* of writing, but rarely gets around to it! "
— Logan, 10/11/2011" Best book ever on being a writer ;) "
— Rebecca, 7/25/2011" Mr. Putter is going to write a book; a mystery, in fact. But it's a lot harder than it looks! Our girls have really enjoyed this series and I appreciate that this series features senior citizens. We've really enjoyed Cynthia Rylant's stories and will look for more! "
— Dolly, 2/12/2011" Mr. Putter is going to write a book; a mystery, in fact. But it's a lot harder than it looks! Our girls have really enjoyed this series and I appreciate that this series features senior citizens. We've really enjoyed Cynthia Rylant's stories and will look for more! "
— Dolly, 11/19/2010" This is one of a series. Very cute. "
— Maicie, 3/3/2010" We have read all the Mr. Putter books in the library and own a few ourselves. These books are so delightful to the 3 - 6 year old. They will have me read them again and again. The same is true with the Henry and Mudge books. "
— Jlnpeacock, 2/26/2010" Sweet procrastination. I want a retirement life like Mr. Putter and Mrs. Teaberry's... "
— Misha, 3/29/2009Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than one hundred books for young people, including the beloved Henry and Mudge series. Her novel Missing May received the Newbery Medal in 1993 and A Fine White Dust won a Newbery Honor; she is also the author of two Caldecott Honor–wining picture books. Some of her other notable works include the Annie and Snowball series, the Poppleton series, the novel The Islander, and a number of other poetry books and story collections. She lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
John McDonough, one of AudioFile magazine’s Golden Voices, has narrated dozens of audiobooks, and won eleven Earphones Awards. He is known for his narrations of children’s books, including Robert McCloskey’s Centerburg Tales and Albert Marrin’s Commander-in-Chief Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. Outside of his audiobook work, he has starred in a revival of Captain Kangaroo on the Fox Network.