Books like Best Friends by Steven Kellogg
Kathy’s world turns quiet when her best friend departs for a summer away, promising fun and new memories. Stuck alone, Kathy experiences the pain of loneliness and the sting of betrayal, as she watches her friend enjoy a carefree time she cannot share.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Steven Kellogg
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