Mr. Putter & Tabby Write the Book

An older man decides to finally write the mystery novel he's always dreamed of, with his cat curled up beside him — but tasty snacks and cozy distractions keep getting in the way.

For the kid who's watched a grown-up start a big project and then wander off to make a snack instead, this one is a knowing, gentle laugh.

• Big idea: Big dreams and good intentions often lose out to comfort and cake — and that's a pretty human thing, not a failure.
• Vibes: Cozy, wry, unhurried — the literary equivalent of a warm kitchen.

• enjoy quiet, funny everyday stories
• like characters who are older adults with simple routines
• are working on sticking with a task despite distractions
• respond well to gentle humor over big action

• Story & problem-solving: What kinds of things kept distracting Mr. Putter from writing his book?
• Real-life connection: Has something yummy or cozy ever distracted you from finishing a project?
• Imagination: If you got to write a mystery novel like Mr. Putter, what would it be about?
• Feelings & empathy: Why do you think having Tabby nearby made writing feel easier for Mr. Putter?