About this book

Pick a book. Grow a Reader!

This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!

Bella's Aunt Amber just opened a new bakery, and she could use some help keeping up with the cupcake and pupcake orders. Bella and Bub are happy to help! Bub even gets the job of official pupcake taste tester: YUM! But then, sneaky Nutz the squirrel tries to get his paws on the tasty treats! Will Nutz be bad for business, or will this story have a sweet ending?

With full-color artwork and color-coded speech bubbles throughout, this funny and charming diary-format early chapter book is perfect for anyone who believes a furry pal is the best kind of friend.

Reviews

Praise for Pug Blasts Off: A Branches Book (Diary of a Pug #1):

"May's cutesy, full-color cartoon art sets the tone for this pug-tastic romp for the new-to-chapter-books crowd. Bub's infectious first-person narration pushes the silly factor off the charts." -- Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Pug's Snow Day: A Branches Book (Diary of a Pug #2):

"The full-color cartoon illustrations, especially of Bub, are adorably expressive and certain to please the age group. A strong, accessible diary story for readers seeking an adorable animal tale." -- Kirkus Reviews

"May's next title in the Diary of a Pug series is a hilarious and heartwarming tale of a dog's first snow... Readers new to chapter books will love the unique diary format and vibrant illustrations." -- School Library Journal

Praise for Pug the Sports Star: A Branches Book (Diary of a Pug #11):

"The lined-paper aesthetic, combined with cartoon illustrations and speech bubbles, gives the book a diary-like feel that is easy for kids to follow. This is a lighthearted, silly story that children will love... A must-have, especially for libraries where the 'Diary of a Pug' series is popular." -- School Library Journal