Emmitt the dragonfly vows to protect his friends as they play in their newly built playground. The ladybugs and grasshoppers rely on him, knowing he has a tough job ahead-especially since he can't trust the worms. Emmitt is prepared to take drastic measures to thwart their schemes.
Wally Worm spreads a dangerous lie about the missing Max, causing the worm leader to turn the mud competition into a fierce battle. Mud Hill might not survive the ensuing chaos unless someone comes forward with the truth.

Diane is an author and illustrator who writes about talking animals, bugs with attitudes, and places that don't exist. She enjoys creating kids' books for the sheer creative process. Her drawings are completely human made. The Mud Hill Battle, her first book, has pleased kids across Canada and the USA. Diane lives in the small town of West Lorne, Ontario, and likes to bake yummy treats on Sundays. She mails out bi-monthly newsletters with updates on her writing. Often she includes surveys and contests too. You can learn more and sign up for the newsletter at: www.facebook.com/Studio_Simpson