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The Big One-Oh

By: Dean Pitchford
Narrated by: Dean Pitchford
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Charley Maplewood has never been one for parties - that would require friends, which he doesn't have. But now that he's turning 10 - the big one-oh - he decides to throw a birthday party for himself, complete with a "House of Horrors" theme and a big birthday cake.

Of course things don't work out as Charley plans. In trying to make friends, he ends up inviting the class bully Cougar to come, and that's before he ruins the cake and burns down the garage. By the time of the big day, Charley's home really is a house of horrors. Will Charley be able to pull it together before the big one-oh becomes the big OH-NO!?

From start to finish, The Big One-Oh is a laugh-out-loud riot, and any listener will relate to the pressures Charley faces both at school and at home in planning his special day. So put on your party hat and celebrate The Big One-Oh today!

©2008 Dean Pitchford (P)2008 Random House, Inc. Birthdays Fiction Growing Up Growing Up & Facts of Life Holidays & Celebrations Humorous Fiction Literature & Fiction Social & Life Skills Friendship Comedy

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2008 Grammy Nominee, Best Spoken Word Album for Children

"Pitchford's debut for kids is sure to be a big hit with readers."(Kirkus Reviews)
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Heartwarming and funny! No matter your age, you will laugh! So well written! All of my children enjoyed it, as did I.

Excellent story

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I love listening to books narrated by this author!
I become totally engrossed in the characters and the story. Thanks Dean for sharing your amazing gift of story and narration that make your books larger than life. I recommend your books ALL the time in my school library.

Best Author/Narrator

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It’s one of the best books I’ve ever read (and I’ve read 1000 books)you should read it.
I prefer audible.

Awesome

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"It was fun and funny," said by a 7 and 10 year old on a road trip.

Fun

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I love the idea of a child’s birthday being ruined
By not having a idea

Really good to listen to

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