Clarence Budington Kelland
Clarence Budington "Bud" Kelland was an American writer. Prolific and versatile, he was a prominent literary figure in his heyday, and he described himself as "the best second-rate writer in America".
Sudden Jim
A young man inherits more than just a business; he inherits a life filled with unexpected challenges, complex relationships, and the daunting task of finding his place in a world that feels determined to keep him small.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Mark Tidd: His Adventures and Strategies
In a small town full of big dreams, a group of friends encounters quirky characters, inventive schemes, and hidden mysteries that change their lives forever.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Mark Tidd in Business
When their fathers fall ill, a group of young friends bands together, facing rivals and challenges head-on as they run a local store and learn the ropes of business.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Catty Atkins
In a small town shadowed by prejudice, a boy and his father confront societal disapproval as they strive to earn respect and discover their sense of belonging.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Contraband
A young woman inherits a newspaper in a small, mysterious town and must outwit powerful figures while dealing with a missing sheriff and a cast of colorful characters.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Youth Challenges
A young heir is tested by family expectations, love, and a labor strike, forcing him to choose between tradition and his own path.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Mark Tidd, Editor
In a small town filled with quirky characters, a determined, stuttering boy and his buddies launch a newspaper, uncovering mysteries and stirring up trouble along the way.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Mark Tidd, Manufacturer
A determined boy and his friends embark on a hilarious adventure to rescue a failing mill, mixing youthful ingenuity with unexpected challenges.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Catty Atkins, Sailorman
Two boys' nautical summer adventure explodes into a thrilling treasure hunt as a suspicious yacht stalks them.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Mark Tidd's Citadel
Four friends trying to salvage their summer vacation unexpectedly find themselves at the center of a thrilling mystery as they attempt to run a hotel and protect a boy with dangerous secrets.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
The Highflyers
Amidst the rise of Detroit's wealth and the shadow of World War I, a reckless young man's actions threaten to unravel the lives of his privileged social circle.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
The Little Moment of Happiness
Amidst the backdrop of war-torn France, a young captain's journey of self-discovery blossoms through newfound friendships and the trials of a foreign land.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Mark Tidd in the Backwoods
A group of friends head for a summer vacation in the woods, but their anticipation is cut short by a accident that has them entwined in a mystery.
By Clarence Budington Kelland
Scattergood Baines
A man with big plans arrives in a small town, ready to shake things up with his ambition and charm as he aims to make his mark.
By Clarence Budington Kelland