Betty and Baxter's Batter Battle
- 24 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Beware! There is pancake batter in the air! It's a battle for the better batter. Will Betty beat Baxter or Baxter beat Betty?
This prolific children's author brings her childhood dreams into adulthood through her extensive body of work. Her writing often celebrates themes of magic and self-empowerment, capturing the essence of holidays and whimsical characters. Through her stories, she aims to delight and inspire young readers, offering a perspective on subjects that are relevant and engaging for them. She crafts narratives that blend fantasy with empowering messages.






Beware! There is pancake batter in the air! It's a battle for the better batter. Will Betty beat Baxter or Baxter beat Betty?
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