Dear Friends,
This year, something extraordinary is happening—Bugville turns 20. Two decades ago, I introduced you to a world full of wonder, curiosity, and talking bugs with big ideas. What began in 2005 as a set of audio stories became, in 2007, one of the most expansive children’s book series of its kind.
And now, in 2025, Bugville is back—bigger, bolder, and buzzing with new stories.
Meet the First-Ever Bugville Chapter Books
For the first time ever, Bugville Critters are starring in early chapter books—designed for young readers who are ready to leap into longer, richer adventures. These are stories for kids ages 6–9 who love action, humor, imagination, and heart.
Blast Off with Buster Bee
A Story About Curiosity, Discovery & Outer Space Wonders
Part of the Bugville Critters: Learn & Explore series
For ages 5–8
When Buster dreams of flying through space, he visits every planet in our solar system! This playful STEM adventure introduces kids to science through story, showing that curiosity is where all great discoveries begin.
Perfect for early readers, classrooms, and little astronauts in training.
Buster and the Lost Hive
Traps, Treasure & a Trail of Crumbs
Part of the Bugville Critters: Big Adventures collection
For ages 6–9
Buster Bee imagines himself as Buster Buzzstone, bug archaeologist! Think Indiana Jones meets Magic Tree House. There's a temple to explore, rivals to outsmart, and a secret that could save Bugville!
Action-packed and ideal for reluctant readers who love big stakes and laughs.
Halloween in Bugville
A Story About Celebrations, Surprises & Spooktacular Fun
Part of the Seasonal Stories series
For ages 4–8
A party gone sideways. Decorations in disarray. Lass Ladybug leads a charge to rescue Halloween in true Bugville style—with teamwork, joy, and a little bit of magic.
Great for fall reading, classroom themes, or just a cozy night under a blanket.
The Cracked Cookie Code
A Funny Cozy Mystery for Kids
Part of the Bugville Sleuth Society series
For ages 6–9
Who’s eating all the cookies—and leaving mysterious messages behind? Lass, Dag, and Buster launch a snack-fueled sleuthing mission full of laughter, clues, and one surprise twist that proves friendship always wins.
Ideal for kids who love mysteries, teamwork, and clever critters.
Why It Matters: A Comeback Worth Celebrating
It’s no secret—these past years have been quiet. Life threw more than a few curveballs my way. But the stories never stopped knocking.
Now, with these new books, I’m stepping forward again—not just as a storyteller, but as someone who believes in the power of imagination, laughter, and gentle wisdom for young readers.
Bugville has always been more than a book series. It’s a world built for bright little minds. A place where curiosity is championed, kindness wins, and learning feels like play.
How You Can Help
If Bugville ever meant something to you, here’s how you can help bring it back to life:
Buy or gift one of the new books
Leave a review on Amazon (even 1-2 lines makes a huge difference)
Share with a parent, teacher, or librarian
Write me at info@robertstanek.com—I’d love to hear from you.
Let’s make this Bugville’s best year yet. For the kids who are just now discovering it. For the parents who read these stories at bedtime. And for the little voices inside all of us that still believe in wonder.
With gratitude and hope,
Robert Stanek
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Learn more at robertstanek.com
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