Henry and Mudge
by Cynthia Rylant
Henry, an only child, wants a dog to keep him company. When his parents agree, Henry chooses a puppy named Mudge who grows to be a very large dog and becomes his best friend.
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About Cynthia Rylant
Cynthia Rylant is an American author and librarian. She has written more than 100 children's books including works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Several of her books have won awards including her novel Missing May, which won the 1993 Newbery Medal, and A Fine White Dust, which was a 1987 Newbery Honor book. Two of her books are Caldecott Honor Books.
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