Book Series · 3 Books

Mellybean Books

In order from Mellybean and the Giant Monster to Mellybean and the Villains' Revenge.

Melly is a big-hearted dog who falls through a magical portal and becomes an unlikely hero. Three full-color graphic novels follow her friendships and battles through one connected fantasy adventure involving a giant monster, a wicked wizard, and a final return of the villains.

Reviewed by the Bookroo Editors Updated August 13, 2026

Reading order

How to Read the Mellybean Books

Read this completed trilogy in numbered order, from Mellybean and the Giant Monster through Mellybean and the Villains' Revenge. The books tell one continuing adventure, and the third volume brings back characters and conflicts established earlier.

Sources: Penguin Random House: Mellybean series.

For parents

What Parents Should Know

The colorful art and expressive animal hero keep this fantasy trilogy inviting, while the continuing plot rewards readers who are ready to follow characters across several books. Melly's loyalty, courage, and willingness to help new friends anchor the story.

Fantasy conflict includes monsters, an invading wizard, capture, magical threats, and battles against villains. The action is adventurous rather than graphic, but it is more intense than a quiet pet story and will suit children comfortable with comic-book peril.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1248

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2020

Mellybean and the Giant Monster

By Mike White

A playful pup lands in a magical world, facing a greedy king and befriending a misunderstood giant.

208 pages

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Paperback

Summary: Melly, a playful pup, tumbles into a magical realm where she befriends a grumpy giant pursued by a greedy king. As Melly seeks a way home, she must outsmart the king to save her new friend and the kingdom. Can this tiny dog win a game that changes everything?

In reading order

Mellybean Series

3 books · Published 2020–2022

#1 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1248

Mellybean and the Giant Monster

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2020

A playful pup lands in a magical world, facing a greedy king and befriending a misunderstood giant.

#2 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1248

Mellybean and the Wicked Wizard

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

Pets must stop a wicked wizard from stealing magic in a hidden world.

#3 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1248

Mellybean and the Villains' Revenge

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

A kingdom's peace is threatened by old foes. Can Melly find the magic to stop them?

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Mellybean series?

There are 3 books in the Mellybean series. It began with Mellybean and the Giant Monster in 2020, and the newest book, Mellybean and the Villains' Revenge, was published in 2022.