Mr Turtle

In a world of humans, what's a cyborg turtle to do? It's a fair question in the bizarre, compelling story of Mr. Turtle. Yusaku Kitano's science fiction masterpiece, originally published under the eponymous title Kame-kun, renews the visionary integrity that won it the Nihon SF Taisho (Japan's equivalent of the Nebula) Award in 2001 as it finds its way into English at last. Kitano's protagonist is a hero in a half shell of an altogether different sort, a killing machine designed for combat who wants only to enjoy the simple pleasures of his daily life-working a blue collar job, going to the library, and typing on his laptop-even as he is haunted by vague memories of a war on Jupiter. In order to determine his future, he must piece together his past, navigating an unsympathetic society toward revealing the novel's philosophical heartbeat. A character study of surreal wit, Mr. Turtle delivers action and insight, all the while crafting an homage to its chosen genre unlike any other.

Albert Bigelow Paine's "Mr. Turtle's Flying Adventure" takes readers on a whimsical journey with Mr. Turtle as he embarks on an unexpected and delightful flying adventure. The narrative follows Mr. Turtle's experiences as he discovers the thrill of flight and the wonders of the world from above. Set against the backdrop of imagination and exploration, the story unfolds with themes of curiosity, courage, and the joy of discovery. Through Mr. Turtle's interactions with the world around him and his newfound ability to fly, readers are transported into a world of enchantment. The novella delves into themes of overcoming limitations, embracing the unknown, and the transformative power of new experiences. As Mr. Turtle soars through the sky, he embodies the qualities of daring and a willingness to step outside of his comfort zone. "Mr. Turtle's Flying Adventure" captures the spirit of imagination and the joy of pushing boundaries. Albert Bigelow Paine's storytelling invites readers to join Mr. Turtle on his extraordinary journey, encouraging them to embrace adventure and the endless possibilities that await.

This story is based on Danial Kushairi’s interpretation on his painting “The Ocean Turtle”. The turtle in the painting was inspired by a picture of a turtle taken by Sharir Raduan at Pulau Tenggol, Terengganu, Malaysia.

Catfish Cowboy is a story about a catfish that lived in a deep water hole until he was befriended by a curious turtle who challenged him to jump out of the water one day. To the turtle's surprise the catfish had a personality and luck that would marvel any creature, man, or beast. The catfish couldn't wait to see what the real or dry world was all about. All he had ever experienced was the water hole.

This book is about our time and how obsessive we have become with our physical appearance. So many people are taking life-threatening steps to have certain appearances. Some want to look like some model or a superstar while losing their own individuality. And for many young people, this is the only reality. How many have taken their lives simply because someone said You are ugly or You are fat? It is my desire and wish that this book inspires and awakens in the souls of the young the real sense of value.

From the author of I Don’t Want to Be a Frog comes a hilarious new picture book that asks readers to solve one very important mystery It’s Mr. Tortoise’s birthday, and he can’t wait to eat cake with his friends. But there’s a hitch! Mr. Tortoise can’t remember how old he is, so his friends don’t know how many candles to put on the cake. And they won’t stop (or slice) until they figure out the mystery. Could Mr. Tortoise be as many years old as there are sections on his shell? He’s twice as big as the smaller tortoise . . . so is he twice as old? After the partygoers work through a variety of possibilities, they find their way to the answer with a simple bit of addition. With text from I Don’t Want to Be a Frog author Dev Petty and hilarious graphic novel–style illustrations from Ruth Chan, How Old Is Mr. Tortoise? will have readers guessing the answer from beginning to end.