Pearl the Turtle

About the Book

The story of Pearl the Turtle began as Meri was on a road trip with her family. She was so overtaken with inspiration, she had to pull over to write it all down as it came to her. Pearl the Turtle is a whimsical, Christian-based story about a turtle named Pearl who had to learn the hard way the consequences of gossiping. It is geared toward children but delivers a message that would be beneficial to all ages.

About the Author

Meri Pashilk had an amazing love of life and an inspirational passion for those in need. Her life was cut short at the age of thirty-five. She wanted the world to know Pearl and would have dedicated this book to her two children, Julia and Thomas.

Katie Butterfield is the step daughter of the author Meri Pashilk. Katie was twelve years old at the time she did the drawings. Meri knew Katie’s talent and potential as an artist and insisted Katie be the illustrator of Pearl. Katie is currently married and living in England with her husband.