Nelson 3: Eggplants and Dinosaurs

Nelson Hunter hates vegetables with a burning passion. Unfortunately for him, eating them unlocks ridiculous superpowers. Pumpkin makes him ten times stronger. Broccoli turns him invisible. And eggplant? Well, let's just say it turns him into something massive, purple, and completely out of control. When a mysterious robot lady starts destroying everything dinosaur-related, Nelson and his best friend Olive must save the day—with vegetable eating and lots of vomit. Fast, gross, and outrageously fun, this is junior fiction at its most entertaining.

What is Eggplants and Dinosaurs about?
This is the third book in the totally outrageous Nelson series. Nelson has finally accepted that vegetables - his sworn enemies - are actually the key to his superpowers. In book one, pumpkin gave him super strength. In book two, broccoli made him invisible. Now, in book three, he's about to discover what happens when he eats eggplant. The results are disastrous.

Meanwhile, a villainous robot lady is on a rampage, stealing and destroying anything related to dinosaurs - books, museum exhibits, even fossils. It's up to Nelson and his sharp-witted best friend Olive to track down the thieves and stop the dino-disaster before it's too late. But can Nelson control his inner beast long enough to save the day?

Why kids (and parents) love this book:

• Hilarious and fast-paced: 18 short chapters that keep even reluctant readers turning pages
• Gross-out humor: Yes, there's lots of vomit. Kids find it hilarious
• Gorgeous illustrations: Black, white, and purple tones by Katie Kear—perfectly matching the eggplant theme
• Bonus recipe: Olive's favourite eggplant dish (Baingan Bharta) at the end of the book
• Perfect for ages 6–8: Ideal for young readers transitioning to chapter books

Who should read this book?
If your child loves ridiculous adventures, superheroes with a twist, goodies vs baddies, and stories that make absolutely no sense but are totally unforgettable, this series is for them. The Nelson books are the kind of stories that turn reluctant readers into book lovers.