{"title":"Mike Bender","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike Bender's\u003c\/strong\u003e books dive into the playful and cheeky world of childhood, capturing the humour that sparks young imaginations. With titles like \u003cem\u003eThe Bravest Booger\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Most Serious Fart\u003c\/em\u003e, his stories blend silliness with clever storytelling, making each page a joyful adventure for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect vibrant characters and lighthearted plots that celebrate the fun in everyday moments. Perfect for young audiences, Mike Bender's books encourage laughter and a love of reading through delightfully silly tales.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-most-serious-fart-by-mike-bender-9781938447730","title":"The Most Serious Fart","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge range 4 to 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Most Serious Fart\u003c\/em\u003e is a seriously fun children's illustrated picture book about not taking ourselves so seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeet Siegfried, a most serious fart who is sick and tired of farts being a laughing matter. When he sets out on a most serious mission to change the fart as we know it, he ends up learning to embrace his fartness and the fun and friendship that come with it. 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She's a very fearful booger, but when an allergy attack threatens to blow away her friends, she must become... \u003cem\u003eThe Bravest Booger\u003c\/em\u003e! The book also includes over 100 hidden noses from legendary \u003cem\u003eHighlights Hidden Pictures\u003c\/em\u003e illustrator, Chuck Dillon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"This is a delightful book. I loved the clever rhyming and the artwork was simple and conveyed with humor and fun. \u003cem\u003eThe Bravest Booger\u003c\/em\u003e is a great adventure!\" - Jim Lawson, artist, \u003cem\u003eTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"I was never a big fan of boogers. In fact, I used to call people I didn't like boogersnots. But this booger has won me over! Her bravery and love for her friends now makes 'booger' a compliment. And now I have to find a new name for people I don't like, darnit.\" - Karen McCullah, screenwriter of \u003cem\u003eLegally Blonde\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eTen Things I Hate About You\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A perfect follow-up to \u003cem\u003eThe Most Serious Fart\u003c\/em\u003e. Mike and Chuck are masters at combining laugh-out-loud humour that really appeals to kids (and adults) with relevant life lessons. Snot too late to get in on the fun!\" - Awnie, creator of \u003cem\u003eStory Time at Awnie's House\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"This book is an absolute hoot! It made me laugh out loud! The story and pictures are charming and what a wonderful message about courage! Mike and Chuck have another hit on their hands! 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