Bart King is on my mind for five reasons. I saved the best for last.

1. He’s the author of two of my kids’ favorite books.

He’s written many books, but two of my kids’ longtime favorites are The Big Book of Boy Stuff and The Big Book of Gross Stuff.

2. He’s a local author, like really local.

I think we might live within walking distance of each other.

3. We finally met in person. 

My kids were a little starstruck when I told them Bart and I were at an author event together. He’s interesting, generous, and full of good humor about the book business.

4. He has a new book out.

It’s called The Big Book of Superheroes and a review will appear here shortly.

5. The Kindle edition of The Big Book of Boy Stuff is on killer sale right now.

At Amazon, the paperback is over $14, but right now (not sure for how long) the Kindle edition is $1.99.

A dollar ninety-nine! HELLO CHEAP SUMMER BOREDOM BUSTER.

(Sadly, the Kindle edition of The Big Book of Girl Stuff doesn’t have the same discount, but it’s still pretty inexpensive at under $7.50.)

If the days of summer are starting to feel pretty long, this might be a fun diversion.

Buy now at Amazon: The Big Book of Boy Stuff (Kindle edition), $1.99

Amazon deals change quickly, so if you’re interested, don’t wait long.