Making friends is an important part of growing up. If youre lucky, you have lots of good friends. If youre very lucky, you have one special friend.Nile is lucky; he has a very special friend. Author Ariana Iriss Lil Buddie and Me: A Collection of Short Stories shares the adventures of Nile and his special friend, Lil Buddie. What makes Lil Buddie special? Well, hes a Rottweiler puppy who talksa lot. Ohand hes invisible. But that doesnt make any difference to these best friends. Join Nile and Lil Buddie as they enjoy friendship, meals, and even going to school.The stories brought together in Lil Buddie and Me: A Collection of Short Stories developed from bedtime stories Iris created to help her son fall asleep. Youll enjoy these stories at bedtime, mealtime, anytime.