His mom stopped him right in the middle of his sentence, and said, "Stay calm about it. No need to get worked up about something when there's nothing you can do. Those boys are still gonna be troublemakers, no matter what you say to them."
“The Bubblegum Bully” by Sandy Graham-Logan tells the story of Travis Davis, a troubled fifth grader known for intimidating classmates and taking their bubblegum to feel powerful. Beneath his tough exterior, Travis struggles with family issues, poor choices, and pressure from older neighborhood bullies who force him into stealing. Proudly published by Citi of Books, this is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major retail platforms.
Sandra Graham-Logan married Edward Logan, she is a mother of four and grandmother of thirteen, and great mother of three. She loves cooking, sewing, arts and crafts. Sandra’s love for creative writing stems from her oldest sister that would make up exciting stories and share them with her and her younger siblings. This inspired her to share that same passion with her children and now her grandchildren.
If you’re looking for a children’s book that mixes humor, heart, and a powerful message, “The Bubblegum Bully” might just surprise you. Sandy Graham-Logan takes a familiar problem—bullying—and wraps it in a story that’s funny enough to keep kids entertained but meaningful enough to spark real conversations. From stolen gum to classroom chaos, this book pulls readers into Travis’s world and doesn’t let go.
The target audience of the book is elementary and middle-grade readers, especially kids navigating school friendships, peer pressure, and emotional growth. Teachers, parents, and caregivers will also appreciate how relatable the situations feel. Travis isn’t a cartoon villain—he’s a kid making bad choices for reasons many children can recognize. That realism makes the story hit closer to home and helps young readers reflect on their own behavior without feeling preached to.
One of the strongest moral lessons in the book connects directly to real life: hurting others doesn’t make your pain disappear—it just passes it along. Many of us have experienced moments where we lashed out because we felt powerless, embarrassed, or ignored. Travis’s journey mirrors that common experience and shows how accountability, kindness, and self-reflection can change the outcome. It’s a reminder that empathy often begins when we finally understand how our actions affect others.
What makes “The Bubblegum Bully” especially enticing is how it balances consequences with hope. The story doesn’t excuse bullying, but it also doesn’t give up on the bully. Readers walk away laughing, cringing, and ultimately rooting for change. If you want a book that entertains kids while quietly teaching them about responsibility, compassion, and second chances, this one is definitely worth adding to your bookshelf.
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