"The Melendy Quartet" is a children's book series written by Elizabeth Enright. It follows the adventures of the Melendy family, which includes four siblings: Mona, Rush, Benny, and Oliver. Set in the 1940s, the stories capture their everyday life, friendships, and imaginative escapades in a charming, nostalgic manner. The series consists of four main books: "The Melendy Quartet", "The Saturdays", "Then There Were Five", and "Spiderwebs". Each book highlights the siblings' unique personalities and their close-knit relationships. The stories emphasize themes of family, creativity, and the joys of childhood, making them beloved classics in children's literature.