Buster Buzzstone Starring in Buster and the Lost Hive, Universal Story Edition

Traps, treasure, and a trail of crumbs!

By: R. Stanek

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Adjustable text for any device — great for read-aloud, dyslexia-friendly formatting, and screen readers.

Celebrating 20 years of Bugville Critters! Buster Bee dreams of big adventures... and one nap later, he gets the biggest one of all.

When Buster nods off in front of an explorer movie, he wakes up in a buzzing, booby-trapped dreamscape—as Buster Buzzstone, bug archaeologist extraordinaire!

In this action-packed, imagination-fueled dream adventure, Buster must:
• Navigate ancient ruins and honey-slick hallways
• Dodge traps (and rival treasure hunters!)
• Outwit the sneaky Wasp Squad
• Team up with a daring Ladybug explorer
• And find the legendary Lost Hive—before Bugville’s history is lost for good!

If your young reader loves Magic Tree House, Princess in Black, or Captain Underpants...
They’ll cheer for Buster Buzzstone!

Why Parents & Educators Love It:
• Early chapter book (~4,000 words) for ages 6–9
• Encourages bravery, imagination, and resilience
• Rich vocabulary & gentle humor
• Great for classroom read-alouds or independent reading
• Builds confidence with snackable chapters and fast-paced action

A Note from R. Stanek:
"The Big Adventures collection is for every kid who dreams of being the hero. Buster’s story is about more than treasure and traps—it’s about courage, friendship, and believing in yourself, even when the odds feel sticky.

As we celebrate 20 years of Bugville, I’m proud to share this special adventure that brings imagination to life.
Whether you’re reading solo, in class, or as a family, I hope Buster Buzzstone inspires laughter, wonder, and a big sense of ‘I can do this.’" — R. Stanek

The Big Adventures Collection
Big stories. Big heart. Big dreams—Bugville-style.