Dusti Bowling

American author of children's and middle-grade fiction, best known for the novel "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus."

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  1. 1. Momentous Events In The Life Of A Cactus

    A brave, funny middle-schooler born without arms adjusts to life in a new small town with her twin brother, facing teasing and curiosity while forging friendships, uncovering family secrets, and learning to stand up for herself; the story blends humor and heart as she discovers what truly defines courage and belonging.

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  2. 2. Insignificant Events In The Life Of A Cactus

    A resourceful girl born without arms who does everything with her feet starts over in a small desert town, where rude curiosity and schoolyard cruelty test her confidence; through new friendships—including a boy coping with his own physical difference—and a few surprising discoveries about the people around her, she finds humor, courage, and a sense of belonging that shows how resilience and kindness shape identity more than appearance.

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