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When the state fair rolls into town, two very different friends, Bink and Gollie, find themselves thrown into a series of colorful competitions and adventures. Bink’s boundless energy fuels his bid to win the world’s biggest donut in the Whack-a-Duck game, while Gollie’s artistic flair shines in the fair’s talent show. Together they navigate rides, games, and the mysterious tent of Madame Prunely, a fortune teller who sees that their bond will endure forever. Through humor, friendship, and the thrill of fairground antics, the story showcases how teamwork and mutual support can turn ordinary moments into memorable victories.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Kate DiCamillo
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