Fudge-a-Mania

    Fudge-a-Mania

    by Judy Blume

    Ages 8-121990
    Middle Grade

    Fudge-a-Mania follows twelve-year-old Peter Hatcher as his family spends the summer in Maine, sharing a house with the Tubman family, including his nemesis Sheila. Peter must deal with his mischievous four-year-old brother Fudge's latest antics while navigating the complexities of family dynamics and childhood rivalries. The story explores themes of sibling relationships, growing up, and learning to get along with difficult people through humor and relatable family situations. This installment in the beloved Fudge series showcases Blume's signature realistic portrayal of family life and childhood experiences.

    1990Published
    Genres: Realistic Fiction, Humor, Family, Contemporary Fiction

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Minimal
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Minimal
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    None
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None
    Social or Historical Topics
    None

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