Too many cupcakes are Max's idea of heaven, but his big sister, Ruby, doesn't agree. To cure Max's sweet tooth, Ruby reads him the story of King Midas. Her version tells of Little Prince Midas, who learns how to vaporize the nutritious meals that his loving family prepares for him. Just don't get in the way of his laser-beam eyes! Watercolor illustrations.
Rosemary Wells (born January 29, 1943) is an American writer and illustrator of children's books. She is well known for using animal characters to address real human issues. Some of her most well known characters are Max and Ruby, Noisy Nora, and Yoko.