When Zachary Beaver Came to Town is a coming of age tale, centering around thirteen-year-old Toby Wilson and his best friend, Cal. When a sideshow act comes to town featuring the reported fattest boy in the world, Zachary Beaver, it is the beginning of major changes for the unsuspecting boys. The next few weeks will test Toby and Cal's friendship in ways neither ever imagined. However, helping Zachary will bring them back together, stronger than ever. Kimberly Willis Holt, an award-winning author, has once again brought memorable characters and a heartwarming story to life for young adult readers everywhere.
Toby Wilson wants to have the best summer ever. However, when you live in a small town like Antler, Texas, there just is not much to do that you have not done a million times before. This year.....
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