Join Genius the Chipmunk on a vibrant, full-color adventure! This novel is packed with stunning illustrations and captivates young readers (ages 4-8), middle-grade explorers (8-12), and adults craving a nostalgic, meaningful tale. Perfect for family read-alouds or independent reading - grab the paperback for everyday fun or the hardcover for a special gift! A sad, lonely chipmunk named Idiot learns his real name is Genius - and discovers a name alone doesn't make you one. Caught stealing seeds, Genius is whisked to "Hong Kong" and trapped in a strange forest with Mr. Max-a-million, a lean, mean farm cat who likes his chipmunks with corn fritters and lightly salted peanuts. Now Genius must outsmart hunger, lead a band of lost friends, and find his way home to Mrs. Li's garden. Along the high-road adventure, young readers explore: • Keeping promises • True friendship & lifting others up • Teamwork • Seeing yourself in others to become a real genius