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Rowan Merris, Author

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Coming October 3rd

Tales From Crumbville™

THE BRAVEST BEETLE

Starring Pernicious the Pie Pan Beetle

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“Even the smallest shine can brighten a whole town.”

In the sugar-dusted town of Crumbville, a gentle beetle named Pernicious prefers the safety of the ground
and keeps his wings tucked away. Each night he polishes an old pie pan from the kindly baker Miss Maple,
unaware that its quiet shine will soon play a vital role. When Crumbville’s flour vanishes and a greedy moth
threatens the beloved bakery, Pernicious is wrongly blamed. With help from his spirited friend Sassy with a Z,
he discovers that true bravery begins when you rise, even while afraid.

This enchanting, cinematic tale celebrates courage, kindness, and the magic hidden in the smallest hearts.
In Crumbville, even a timid beetle can help light the way.

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