Books with author Melissa M. Williams

When Iggy's new teacher continues to eat his homework, he realizes his old ways of studying are over. It will take the mind of a creative genius to fix Iggy's problems in class. What started off as a lonely, boring school year missing his best friend, Snap Shell, turns into a suspenseful ride that includes a strange encounter with a crab and an unexpected trip to the hospital. With the help of his friends and his little sister's stuffed animals, Iggy discovers a hidden talent that proves he never had a problem after all.

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