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A Turtle Tale
Clemmie is a spotted turtle, who longs for a faraway island where apples and angleworms abound. Sadly, Clemmie’s mom disappeared before he could learn to swim. Orphaned and alone, Clemmie spends all of his time searching for food, and hiding from the wicked red fox that’s always skulking near.
- GenresChildrens
26 pages, Paperback
First published November 5, 2014
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About the author
John R. Cobb
9 books5 followersJohn R. Cobb (1965-So far, so good) is a proud Mainer with a great affection for the woods and waters. John is a U.S. Army veteran and has worked in various technology fields for thirty years, including electrical, telecommunications, and data networks.
Presently, employed as an IT Infrastructure Analyst, John is a regular contributor to his company newsletter with articles about family outings in Maine.
After several years of writing, John's debut novel, "Judith: A Quoddy Tale", was released March 2012. The story has been mostly well received by readers and professional critics alike and selling modestly well in book and e-Book formats. Reviews can be found on Amazon and his website at www.johnrcobb.com.
In July 2013, John released his second book, "Tales of the Cemetery Trees", an eclectic collection of short stories, including crime, fantasy, mystery, and the supernatural. Early reader buzz has been very favorable.
Sometime this winter, John will upload an e-Story, "The Pact", on Amazon Kindle. The story will revisit two popular characters, Jasper Mann and Russ Ireland, from John's first book, "Judith: A Quoddy Tale". A prequel of sorts, we learn of an ugly event alluded to in the book, which reinforced an unlikely and indelible bond between these men.
And, during the summer of 2014, John may release a children's book. "A Turtle Tale" is about a Spotted Turtle named Clemmie. This little known turtle species is endangered due to human wrought habitat loss, natural and unnatural predation, and reckless pet owners. Originally written some forty years ago when John was around eight years old, his mother safeguarded his story, but unfortunately, it was lost over the years. Recently, John searched his memories and has retold the tale in a rhyming, singsong prose, which should appeal to children of different ages, especially when read aloud.
Presently, John is working on his next manuscript, tentatively titled, "Birdmen", part family saga, fantasy, and the supernatural. Regrettably, writing is still a part-time vocation for John, so it may be a long while before this story is finished.
Presently, employed as an IT Infrastructure Analyst, John is a regular contributor to his company newsletter with articles about family outings in Maine.
After several years of writing, John's debut novel, "Judith: A Quoddy Tale", was released March 2012. The story has been mostly well received by readers and professional critics alike and selling modestly well in book and e-Book formats. Reviews can be found on Amazon and his website at www.johnrcobb.com.
In July 2013, John released his second book, "Tales of the Cemetery Trees", an eclectic collection of short stories, including crime, fantasy, mystery, and the supernatural. Early reader buzz has been very favorable.
Sometime this winter, John will upload an e-Story, "The Pact", on Amazon Kindle. The story will revisit two popular characters, Jasper Mann and Russ Ireland, from John's first book, "Judith: A Quoddy Tale". A prequel of sorts, we learn of an ugly event alluded to in the book, which reinforced an unlikely and indelible bond between these men.
And, during the summer of 2014, John may release a children's book. "A Turtle Tale" is about a Spotted Turtle named Clemmie. This little known turtle species is endangered due to human wrought habitat loss, natural and unnatural predation, and reckless pet owners. Originally written some forty years ago when John was around eight years old, his mother safeguarded his story, but unfortunately, it was lost over the years. Recently, John searched his memories and has retold the tale in a rhyming, singsong prose, which should appeal to children of different ages, especially when read aloud.
Presently, John is working on his next manuscript, tentatively titled, "Birdmen", part family saga, fantasy, and the supernatural. Regrettably, writing is still a part-time vocation for John, so it may be a long while before this story is finished.
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January 15, 2019
This will be a fun read ...
I read about a an afternoon or two with my granddaughter and look forward to the conversation this will start.
I read about a an afternoon or two with my granddaughter and look forward to the conversation this will start.
February 12, 2015
The illustrations in this picture book are a delight, from spotted turtle smelling dandelion seeds to scary red-furred fox. Meanwhile the text flows, written in straight-forward paragraphs, offers lots of pleasing internal rhymes. A slightly unbalanced rhythm is perfect for a tale of an unbalanced world where “Because his species is endangered, Clemmie is surrounded by lots of strangers.”
But man isn’t the only danger in this tale of nature. “Clemmie’s mom the fox did kill,” so Clemmie lives in fear. Eating bugs with morsels of meat, and fishing for bruised and battered applies, he waits for his happy ending with lighter brighter images of spring and summer to come.
A Turtle Tale is a fun short story which teaches children about nature in a pleasingly honest way. The illustrations, from season to season, will keep pre-readers happily satisfied.
Disclosure: I was lucky enough to find a free ecopy and I enjoyed it.
But man isn’t the only danger in this tale of nature. “Clemmie’s mom the fox did kill,” so Clemmie lives in fear. Eating bugs with morsels of meat, and fishing for bruised and battered applies, he waits for his happy ending with lighter brighter images of spring and summer to come.
A Turtle Tale is a fun short story which teaches children about nature in a pleasingly honest way. The illustrations, from season to season, will keep pre-readers happily satisfied.
Disclosure: I was lucky enough to find a free ecopy and I enjoyed it.
January 6, 2020
MA. Farm. Clemmie (orphan, spotted turtle) lives in the pond & has a dream.
He wants to move to a faraway island where apples & angleworms are everywhere.
Clemmie spends his time searching for food & hiding from the wicked red fox.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great colored pictures & proper font & writing style. A very well written children’s turtle adventure story book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s turtle adventure movie, an animated cartoon, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; BookSends; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
He wants to move to a faraway island where apples & angleworms are everywhere.
Clemmie spends his time searching for food & hiding from the wicked red fox.
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great colored pictures & proper font & writing style. A very well written children’s turtle adventure story book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s turtle adventure movie, an animated cartoon, or better yet a mini TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; BookSends; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
January 12, 2021
So sweet
This is a lovely tale, beautifully illustrated, about clemmie a young orphaned turtle. His mum was killed by the fox before she could teach him to swim. He is sad and lonely and you really feel for him!
This is a lovely tale, beautifully illustrated, about clemmie a young orphaned turtle. His mum was killed by the fox before she could teach him to swim. He is sad and lonely and you really feel for him!
February 5, 2019
Okay
I thoroughly enjoy reading these type of children books, for they always teach my children an important life lesson in a simple and easy way that they can understand. It's important for children today to have morals, and the only way that they will obtain them is if they are taught from a young age.
I thoroughly enjoy reading these type of children books, for they always teach my children an important life lesson in a simple and easy way that they can understand. It's important for children today to have morals, and the only way that they will obtain them is if they are taught from a young age.
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