New Juvenile Adventure Presents Valuable Life Lessons, a History Lesson, and Colorful Animation

Trent the Racing Turtle by Bill Franklin offers an unusual character whose everyday life combines with historical intrigue for a wild adventure

Ontario, Canada (PRWEB) January 31, 2008 -- Trent the Racing Turtle is the first book in a trilogy from author and animator Bill Franklin that follows Trent and his animal pals Jesse and Mina through adventures across the world. Accompanied by an interactive web site that will offer character images, animated scenes, a soundtrack, and fan club membership, Trent the Racing Turtle introduces a fun new chapter in children's educational fiction.

In book one, Trent the Racing Turtle and his friends stumble onto a 3,000-year-old mystery involving an Egyptian queen and a mysterious statue. Problems begin to mount when Vane, an evil desert lynx, will stop at nothing to claim the statue for himself. Trent and his friends soon find themselves in great peril, as they try desperately to ward off the ultimate destruction of the forest.

Intermediate readers can identify with Trent, who goes to school, deals with bullies, and looks forward to summer break, but this young turtle also has a mysterious past and a penchant for worldwide adventure.

In addition to making history fun, Trent, Jesse, and Mina provide examples of how differences can be assets when friends work together. Their combined gifts and talents support each other's weaknesses and make a winning combination to overcome obstacles against the odds.

For more information or to request a free review copy, members of the press can contact the author at bill @ curiousprojects.com or visit www.trenttheracingturtle.com. Trent the Racing Turtle is available for sale online at Amazon.com, BookSurge.com, and through additional wholesale and retail channels worldwide.

About the Author
An animator and design artist for years, Bill Franklin was inspired to combine cartoons with children's adventure in Trent the Racing Turtle, the first in his new trilogy. He lives in Canada with his wife and son, and is currently president of Curious Projects, an animation and design company.

About BookSurge
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