Gabby's Fair

Turn right for Zyrgon

Penny Pollard Guide to Modern Manners

Hating Alison Ashley

Before Takeoff

Perfect Girls (Replica #4)

No Such Country

The Colossus of Roads

Halfway Across the Galaxy and Turn Left is a children's science fiction novel by Robin Klein that follows the story of an alien family from the planet Zyrgon. In an attempt to escape the tyrannical rule of their planet's government, the family flees across the galaxy and ends up on Earth. They land in a small Australian town, where they must adapt to human culture and conceal their true identities. The novel humorously explores themes of immigration, assimilation, and cultural differences as the family struggles with everyday human experiences, such as attending school and dealing with neighbors, while also trying to repair their spaceship for a return journey. The story is told from the perspective of the youngest family member, X, who provides a unique and innocent viewpoint on human society. The book was shortlisted for various literary awards, highlighting its appeal to both children and adults with its blend of adventure, humor, and social commentary.

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Gabby's Fair

Michael Johnson, Robin Klein, 1998

Turn right for Zyrgon

Robin Klein, 1994

Penny Pollard Guide to Modern Manners

Robin Klein, 1989

Hating Alison Ashley

Robin Klein, Richard Tulloch, 1988

Before Takeoff

Adi Alsaid, 2022

Perfect Girls (Replica #4)

Marilyn Kaye, 1999

No Such Country

Gary Crew, Crew, 1991

The Colossus of Roads

Christina Uss, 2020