Memoirs Of An Imaginary Friend

My name is BUDO.

I have been alive for 5 years.

5 years is a very long time for someone like me to be alive.

MAX gave me my name. Max is 8 years old.

He is the only human person who can see me.

I know what Max knows, and some things he doesn't.

I know that Max is in danger.

And I know that I am the only one who can save him.

Long-listed for IMPAC Dublin Literary Award 2014 (UK)

“Uplifting..Don't Miss”

From no. 1 bestselling author Jodi Picoult: 'A novel as creative, brave, and pitch-perfect as its narrator, an imaginary friend named Budo, who reminds us that bravery comes in the most unlikely forms. It has been a long time since I read a book that has captured me so completely, and has wowed me with its unique vision. You've never read a book like this before. As Budo himself might say: Believe me' - Jodi Picoult

Remarkably fun, has adventure and mystery and unlike anything you'll have read before . . . It is undeniably an absorbing story that is more than a little magical - Bookbag blog

An endearing tale of love, loyalty and the extraordinary power of a child's imagination - Glamour

This story is simultaneously heartbreaking and uplifting, essentially celebrating the extraordinary power of the mind - Image Magazine

A captivating novel that you'll want to read in one sitting - Bella

This debut is a fantastic idea that'll really capture the imagination - Star

- Woman and Home

An endearing tale of love, loyalty and the extraordinary power of a child's imagination - Glamour

Matthew Green is a schoolteacher with Teacher of the Year credentials to his name. He has one Master's degree and is working on a second. He lives in Connecticut with his wife and daughter, plus a dog and cat.

My name is Budo . I have been alive for 5 years. 5 years is a very long time for someone like me to be alive. Max gave me my name. Max is 8 years old. He is the only human person who can see me. I know what Max knows, and some things he doesn't. I know that Max is in danger. And I know that I am the only one who can save him. For readers who loved Room and The Curious Incident of the Night-Time : a heartwarming, heartbreaking story of love, loyalty and the power of the imagination - a novel perfect for anyone who ever had a friend . . . real or otherwise.

My name is BUDO.I have been alive for 5 years.5 years is a very long time for someone like me to be alive.MAX gave me my name. Max is 8 years old.He is the only human person who can see me.I know what Max knows, and some things he doesn't.I know that Max is in danger.And I know that I am the only one who can save him.

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