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The Absent Author is the first book in the A to Z Mysteries series, a lighthearted detective story designed for early elementary readers. Kids work together to solve a mystery, emphasizing teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking without violence or inappropriate content. The 'kidnapping' premise is handled very lightly and is not frightening; the story focuses on the fun of investigation rather than danger or suspense.
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Dink writes to his favorite author, mystery writer Wallis Wallace, and invites him to Green Lawn. Wallace says yes and that the only way he won't com is if he is being kidnapped. But when the big day comes, Wallace is not to be found Dink writes to his favorite author, mystery writer Wallis Wallace, and invites him to Green Lawn. Wallace says yes and that the only way he won't com is if he is being kidnapped. But when the big day comes, Wallace is not to be found
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ISBN 9780590819183 · Scholastic