Bugville Sleuth Society The Cracked Cookie Code, Universal Story Edition

A Funny Cozy Mystery Chapter Book for Kids Ages 6–9

By: R. Stanek

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Adjustable text for any device — great for read-aloud, dyslexia-friendly formatting, and screen readers.
Optimized for accessibility and enjoyment across formats.

Who’s crunching the alphabet cookies—and why do the crumbs spell H-A-P-P-Y?
Snack time at B. Havior School is suddenly suspicious. Half-eaten alphabet cookies. Weird bite marks. Frosting smears. And letters that seem to spell… a message?

Is it a hungry prankster? A cookie-loving ghost? Or something even sneakier?
Enter the Bugville Sleuth Society!

• Lass Ladybug launches a full investigation (clipboard included).
• Dag Dragonfly goes undercover with sunglasses and a fork.
• Buster Bee volunteers for “cookie tasting”—strictly for evidence, of course.

As the clues get sweeter—and stranger—the trio uncovers a surprise that proves not every mystery needs a villain. Sometimes, the truth is the kindest gift of all.

A hilarious and heartwarming chapter book full of bug-sized suspense, teamwork, and frosted clues.
Perfect for ages 6–9, early readers, classrooms, and mystery-loving kids who enjoy:

• Cozy, funny mysteries with emotional depth
• Characters who model empathy, friendship, and inclusion
• Satisfying twists with feel-good endings
• Laugh-out-loud lines, clever clues, and snack-sized chapters

Educator-Approved:
• Guided reading level: ~500–620L
• Aligns with social-emotional learning themes and classroom discussion

A Note from R. Stanek:
"In Bugville, laughter and kindness go hand in hand. This story is about paying attention—to clues, to feelings, to the quiet kids who don’t always speak up. I hope the Sleuth Society makes your young reader smile, think, and believe that even small bugs can do big things." — R. Stanek

Bugville Sleuth Society: Book 1
Where every mistake is a lesson, every clue sparkles, and teamwork solves even the stickiest (and glitteriest) situations.