By Trisha Adelena Howell, illustrated by Paul Lopez

36 pages hardback 8.5” x 11”

ISBN 1-931210-04-7 US $15.95

Come along and have fun on an action-packed adventure! You’ll travel with two delightful characters on an exciting journey of self-discovery. Along the way, you can experience important insights, meet wise new friends, and hear their life lessons shared in song.

The Adventures of Melon and Turnip follows two friends who venture forth from their garden, encounter danger, and gain new ways of looking at their lives. They meet an apple tree, a squirrel, a pine tree, a snake and a grassy field who sing their wisdom through signature songs, enabling Melon and Turnip to discover the value of friendship, joy, making dreams come true, honesty, and treating others with love.

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What Readers Say About THE ADVENTURES OF MELON AND TURNIP 

It is almost impossible to say enough good things about this book! It is so colorful, and its characters are so charmingly personified, that any child would grab it off the shelf on eye appeal alone. Anyone will ride joyously along with these two friends, engrossed in their adventure. Vibrant illustrations bring the imaginative story so vividly to life. And just when you think this delightful story is over, the author and the illustrator give us even more to think about. Four valuable extra pages show readers the process of creating the book while encouraging budding young authors and artists. Even though I’m familiar with Trisha Howell’s talents, I was still blown away by this offering. She and Paul Lopez have outdone themselves!  I highly recommend The Adventures of Melon and Turnip for children everywhere.—Ruth Wilson, Huntress Reviews

As a parent, I hope this book becomes mandatory in every classroom relevant to the age group that it serves.  We often hear the expression, "children can be so cruel," and is there really a tougher life than the earliest years at school, where children haven't yet mastered the generosity of spirit or the subtlety of life?  If only for a moment, this thought-provoking and moral story may just spark a sense of humanity in a child that discriminates.  So as a parent, I cannot do anything else other than give this book my full approval and recommendation, not just for its moral and responsibility values, but also because it engaged my own children long past the final page. This is definitely a book that will easily fit into any child's favorite collection!—Elizabeth Batt, Elizabeth Batt Book Reviews 

The Adventures of Melon and Turnip has wonderful text, beautiful rich colors, and delightful characters full of spunk. Howell's book is fun and has a positive message—what more could a parent and educator ask for?—Jennifer LB Leese, It's Only Ink! Children's Book Review Newsletter

The Adventures of Melon and Turnip is a delectable story about friendship, acceptance and respect.  Included are enjoyable imagery, whimsical poetry and bright distinct colors keeping the reader (even an adult one) entertained!  Ms. Howell bestows a superb treat on the reader.  She includes in her book a basic “how to” about writing and illustrating a children’s book, enticing children to try their own hand at creativity. This is the second children’s book I have reviewed for this author and her sheer exuberance captivates me.  She once again delivers fun and enchanting characters experiencing highly educational lessons about life.—Sherry Russell, Midwest Book Review 

From listening to a snake explain how carnivorous animals must eat other animals as a way of life, to witnessing the industrious food hoarding of a squirrel preparing for winter, to learning the importance of respecting their friends’ feelings, and much more, The Adventures of Melon and Turnip is an educational delight with a positive, character-building message.—Children’s Bookwatch

Howell has come up with a whimsical addition to the ancient art of fables. It would also make a fabulous class play.—Anna Stewart, ForeWord Magazine

Bright and colorful! The expressions of the characters made them come to life with such vivid emotions. What fun!—Cindy J. Finn, Mother of two

This cute little book of two vegetables' adventure through the woods allows us a glimpse into the value of caring for others and their feelings, using the inhabitants of the forest as a backdrop. The interrelationship of these forest dwellers is enhanced by this book's bright and beautiful illustrations. The friendship of Turnip and Melon prevails as their adventure comes to a close with a surprising alliance.—Brian Webber, Teacher-librarian

Beautiful rich colors and wonderful facial expressions make the illustrations a delight for children of all ages.—Paula R. Strid, Kindergarten Teacher

Melon and Turnip, the main characters in this adventure story captured my students' interest and had them wondering what would happen next. The word choice is excellent. Illustrations are wonderful!—Carol McKissick, Reading Specialist

This story is very sweet and has a positive message.—Claudia Oyster, Kindergarten Teacher

I liked The Adventures of Melon and Turnip because they can talk and because you usually don’t see stories about talking food.—Jessica, Age 8

My class loved it! The vibrant colors and charming characters captured the children’s hearts! Trisha Howell and Paul Lopez really know how to make Melon, Turnip, and friends leap off the pages and into their lives. Superb!---Tammy MacDonald, First/Second Grade Teacher