Mel’s Bookshelf

Here you’ll find the growing collection of books dreamed up by Mel, a writer who spent 8,978 days in an amusement park and walked away with more stories than bumper-car bruises. His books are filled with humor, heart, imagination, and kid-powered chaos.

From spooky neighborhoods to Christmas mishaps to silly adventures, Mel’s stories are packed with creativity that keeps young readers laughing and learning. And this shelf is only getting fuller, with new books, surprises, and more laugh-out-loud moments on the way.

Illustration of a leafless tree on a green hill with a yellow sun in the blue sky, and two cartoonish leaves with smiling faces, with one leaf at the bottom right and another at the top of the tree. Text reads 'The Last Leaf by Mel Drop'.

The Last Leaf by Mel Drop

The tiniest leaf on the mighty oak wants just one thing: to stay on the tree forever. With help from a few forest friends, it learns that even the smallest can be the strongest through every season.

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A book cover titled "Mr. Lobrary is Scary" by Mel Drop, featuring a cartoon-like illustration of a large, furry, humanoid creature with wild hair, standing in a doorway with a brick wall background and a wooden floor.

Mr. Loberry is Scary by Mel Drop

A playful story about facing fears, silly brothers, and the surprises waiting on the other side of the fence. With a little bravery and a lot of imagination, nothing is as scary as it seems.

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Cover for a children's book titled "Where's Santa's Suit?" featuring a cheerful elf with glasses, a red nose, white beard, and pajamas, flying through a snowy, sparkly sky.

Where’s Santa’s Suit? by Mel Drop

Santa gets all the credit, but Mrs. Claus is the one who keeps Christmas running smoothly! When Santa’s suit suddenly goes missing on Christmas Eve, the race is on. A funny and sweet holiday story about teamwork, mishaps, and a little Christmas magic.

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