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Benjamin’s family is on the brink of being evicted from their apartment, and his single‑parent household needs a sudden influx of cash. Desperate, Benjamin sets out to raise money by selling candy bars and participating in a contest that challenges kids to create a slogan for the Royal‑T Bathroom Tissue brand.
He relies on his knack for catchy phrases, hoping the contest’s cash prize will be enough to rescue his family’s living situation. The story follows Benjamin as he balances school, family responsibilities, and his entrepreneurial efforts, examining the challenges of young entrepreneurship and the bonds that keep a family together when finances are tight.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Donna Gephart
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