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I have two suggestions so far for a title of a Giant Pumpkin Book.
1) Growing the First One-Ton AG
2) The Quest for the One-Ton Pumpkin
I will use a title that is recommended by the growers for the growers. It will cover most topics new and old and dedicated to great growers,those of know-how and scientific studies. The book is 150+ pages so far. The one giving the favorite title will receive a free-copy when it is published.
Also, What would be topics of interest about growing giants you'd like to see covered if I haven't covered the topic yet? I wish to utilize your feedback and knowledge.
Thank You ALL, Don Chambers

2/17/2006 6:46:20 PM

you are aware there are 4 books on the subject already?

2/18/2006 1:23:09 PM

Norton, MA

I like 2. Or "The 2000 pound dream pumpkin". Is this going to be similar to the Langevin books? AleX Noel.

2/18/2006 1:24:26 PM

Norton, MA

I don't intend my question to be in the same tone as matfox's. I was asking more along the lines of: will this be a less beginner oriented book than Langevin's, some other type of theme? Thanks, AleX Noel.

2/18/2006 1:27:39 PM

My intended point was the market for a giant pumpkin books might be saturated.

2/18/2006 1:53:33 PM

ordinary,VA

'easy way to 1k'--lol
i wish i knew a easy wayi agree with Alex the second one sounds good.
best of luck Don looking forward to reading your book.

2/18/2006 3:06:21 PM

Leamington, Ont.

How many books are there on tomatoes matfox?...too many!
But that alright with you because you also claim to grow those as well...

Anyways, good for you Don. let me know when they're ready.

2/18/2006 3:12:54 PM

ENGLAND

Don
Put me down for a copy of that Book when it is published and good on ya for putting in all that hard work so far. Will post a possible title when brain is in 2nd gear and not 1st LOL.

Regards
Mike

2/18/2006 3:17:30 PM

Butler, Ohio

I like Quest for the 1 tom pumpkin myself, Don. Good luck with the book, I would love to get a copy when it comes out...no matter how many books there are on the subjuct...lol. Guess that just makes me a pumpkin junkie...lol. Best of luck man.

2/18/2006 4:14:00 PM

Butler, Ohio

oops...that should be 1 ton...lol

2/18/2006 4:14:46 PM

Ray, North Dakota

How about "It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown"? Wait a minute, I think that one has been taken....lol

2/18/2006 4:39:16 PM

Leamington, Ont.

Quest for the Orange Grail

2/18/2006 4:40:13 PM

North Smithfield, RI USA

Dial 1-800 Giants

2/18/2006 5:04:05 PM

There are six books that am aware that have detailed instuctions on growing giant pumpkins. What will this book have that those books don't.

shiznit true there many books on tomatoes but only three good ones :    
1.Great tomato book / Sheila Buff.
2.100 heirloom tomatoes for the American garden / by Carolyn J. Male ;
3.How to grow world record tomatoes : a Guinness champion reveals his all-organic secrets / by Charles H. Wilber.

2/18/2006 5:10:57 PM

ordinary,VA

Can please name a chapter after my first girlfriend.
Ton's of Fun!

2/18/2006 6:10:47 PM

Utah, [email protected]

I also like The Quest for the 1 ton pumpkin
Bryson Ensign

2/18/2006 6:40:40 PM

try
"quest for the 2 ton pumpkin"

2/19/2006 12:12:26 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

matfox, I know one thing that this book will have that the others don't...Mr. Chamber's name listed as the author. That in itself is and admirable quest...IMHO Peace, Wayne

2/19/2006 6:43:15 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

And by the way Don, please let us all know when it becomes available. Thanks Peace, Wayne

2/19/2006 6:44:17 AM

Mn

"Monsters of the garden" or " 1 ton or Bust"

2/19/2006 3:50:15 PM

Coolville, OH

My ideas - "So, Your Wife Wants a New Addition Built on the House: Expert tips to accomplish it while still having fun", or "How to Get a 1-Ton Pumpkin to the Weigh-in With a 1/2-ton Truck". Just kidding around some, Don.

All kidding aside, hows about "The Elusive One Ton Bohemoth"

2/19/2006 4:22:11 PM

canal winchester ohio

Matfox, you do know that there is 2,000 lbs in one ton.....right???
I took your advice & typed "how many pounds in a ton" in the search box and it gave me the answer.
THANKS!!!!!!!

2/19/2006 7:24:28 PM

On top of Brush Mountain, Pa.

"Everything you need to know about Growing a GIANT PUMPKIN"

2/19/2006 7:31:11 PM

huff yes i do is was joking but for some one ton is still to small.

2/19/2006 11:43:35 PM

Waine writing book is great quest? But my question is this is there a need for for another book so soon.

2/19/2006 11:45:53 PM

Netherlands

One-ton pumpkins for dummies

2/20/2006 1:42:41 AM

Owensboro, Ky.

motfax, everything that people do is not based on need. The desire to write a book about something you are passionate about is an admirable thing. Peace, Wayne

2/20/2006 6:53:57 AM

On top of Brush Mountain, Pa.

Maybe, "Everything you always wanted to know about growing a GIANT PUMPKIN." I agree with the need thing. Some guys think they need more than one wife, more than one car, more than one boat. These things all cost more than a pumpkin book.

2/20/2006 7:20:50 AM

Minerva,ohio

ok. - Matfox- why do you even bother coming to this site? I would hope most people come here to learn from those that have grown and offer their help and assistance but when you come here and post mean,hateful attacks,what do you expect? stop it please !
anyhow enough of my thoughts on etiquite.
Don, what about. . .
Orange,is it in you?
The complete book of growing Giant Pumpkins

2/20/2006 9:39:15 AM

As i stated there are 6 books on growing giant pumpkins. what will this book have in it that is different from the other 6 beside a different author and title.

2/20/2006 10:39:12 AM

addison Il

It started with a seed, the one ton dream

2/20/2006 11:04:37 AM

Esneux / Li�ge / BELGIUM

The difference will be probably the heart. Do you know what is it ? ....Hmmmm

2/20/2006 11:16:16 AM

Esneux / Li�ge / BELGIUM

I like "Quest for the Orange Grail" !

2/20/2006 11:21:05 AM

Hilpoltstein, Bavaria, Germany

Mark, could you list a bibliography of the 6 books you have in mind, I'd really be interested as I am only aware of five and only three of them have useful growing tips.
Thanks,
Martin

2/20/2006 1:22:56 PM

how grow giant pumpkins 1,2,3 Langevin, Don.
Grow giant pumpkins / Gail Damerow.
how to grow giant vegetables/ Bernard lavery
how to grow giant vegetables/ Colin bowcock
that's six
Plus how to grow giant pumpkins and watermelons/ by university of Arkansas extension service

2/20/2006 1:50:20 PM

On top of Brush Mountain, Pa.

Mat:
The book by Gail Damerow is called "The Perfect Pumpkin" unless Gail wrote 2 books. Also you left out "The Pumpkin King" by Al Kingsbury. Don: Another potential name for the book is "Pumpkins uber alles" which is German, taken from WW2 and translated means "Pumpkins over everything."
Marv

2/20/2006 2:22:46 PM

lubudub she wrote 2 pumpkin books and 8 others. you named her other pumpkin book lubadub but i have not read that one.

2/20/2006 2:39:07 PM

Buffalo, MN ([email protected])

The Giant Pumpkin Obsession
With a slant on all the things we do trying to grow that giant pumpkin.
Where every thought is how can I use that to help geminate, in my patch, lifting etc.

2/20/2006 2:44:35 PM

Menomonie, WI ([email protected])

The Perfect Pumpkin is an excellent book that I would recommend for new growers...gives you a good start on cucurbita growing.

2/20/2006 2:48:40 PM

Ft. Branch, IN ([email protected])

I like it BillF.......Don could write an entire book on how intense we get over pumpkins!

2/20/2006 3:16:43 PM

On top of Brush Mountain, Pa.

Matfox:
Don't bother with the book I mentioned, "The Perfect Pumpkin." It isn't worth even looking at. Nothing of much value to pumpkin growers.
Marv

2/20/2006 6:13:26 PM

On top of Brush Mountain, Pa.

Possibly to new ones as mentioned by Linus.

2/20/2006 6:14:59 PM

minor correction the last book is called "Growing giant pumpkins & watermelons. by gail lee not "how to grow giant pumpkins and watermelons" but was still published by Arkansas extension service

2/20/2006 8:35:35 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Well now, I know Don's books...1,2, & 3 were all interesting and informative...now "The Perfect Pumpkin" seems to be being recommended as a good read for a nu-B like myself. I wonder if the 6th, 9th, 11th, or maybe the 82nd book written on growing a big one might be interesting and informative...possible??? I will keep on reading till I know it all...I am close??? LOL Peace, Wayne

2/20/2006 8:57:18 PM