Trash Crisis on Earth

Written and illustrated by Alexander Stadler

Book #1 in the Julian Rodriguez series

A young space warrior faces Earth's bizarre customs and a daunting mission.

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128 pages· 2,580 words· Est. 29 min read· 980L

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Bookroo's summary

Julian Rodriguez, an eight-year-old with a vivid imagination, believes he's a space warrior on a mission to study Earth's oddities. From strange diets to oppressive chores, Julian's Earthly 'missions' are challenging. When his Maternal Unit assigns a particularly dreadful task, Julian must summon all his courage. Can he navigate these alien customs and complete his mission, or will Earth's peculiarities prove too much for this young adventurer? Dive into Julian's hilarious journey as he battles the mundane with cosmic flair.

From the publisher

It’s out of this world! The first in a hilarious, fully illustrated series for young chapter-book readers, now in paperback.Julian Rodriguez is on a mission for the Mothership. He’s been sent to Earth to study human lifeforms and their bizarre habits–from their disgusting diet (orange sticks named carrots, flavorless liquid called water, and the revolting substance known as vegi-dogs) to their repressive treatment of their young (forcing them to carry out menial tasks known as chores, withholding access to the great cultural masterpieces called cartoons). When Julian’s Maternal Unit assigns a hideous task, it’s nearly too much for the hardened space veteran to bear–but he finds his courage at last.

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