CHRONICLES OF G.A.I.A.

Dive into an exhilarating world where the fate of our planet hinges on the courage and cunning of a group of young heroes!

Chronicles of G.A.I.A. combines thrilling sci-fi elements with powerful environmental messages, perfect for young readers aged 9-12.

Start your adventure today and join Lexa and her extraordinary friends in a saga where dreams, time travel, and the fate of the Earth intertwine.

With the aid of an intersectionally diverse group of friends, Lexa must work to find a way to not only escape Thistleton but also save the world. . . . messaging around the importance of environmental education and individual activism are heartening.
— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

REVIEWS

“With the aid of an intersectionally diverse group of friends, Lexa must work to find a way to not only escape Thistleton but also save the world. . . . messaging around the importance of environmental education and individual activism are heartening.”

— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

“A fast-paced and engaging introduction to SF and environmental activism.”

— KIRKUS REVIEWS

“Future Hack is a compelling exploration of environmental conservation's complexities, underscored by the importance of creativity and perseverance. Klisanin has crafted a world where young, creative minds confront significant challenges, making this book a notable contribution to young adult speculative fiction."

— LITERARY TITAN

PRESS

  • MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In honor of Earth Day 2024, Neighborhood Forest joins with acclaimed author and futurist Dana Klisanin to engage and inspire young climate activists.

    Every Earth Day, Neighborhood Forest gives free trees to kids through schools, libraries, and youth organizations that register with the program. The nonprofit has even pinned a tree at every location where a child in their program has planted a tree over the past ten years.

    This month, when parents and guardians sign their child up for a free tree, they will have the opportunity to purchase additional educational enrichment items, including Dr. Klisanin's book Future Hack, the captivating first installment of "The Chronicles of G.A.I.A." series. The highly acclaimed novel emboldens middle-grade students to embrace a growth mindset in the face of crises such as climate change. Every book purchased will fund a tree for a child in the Neighborhood Forest program. MORE

  • NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Genius Cat Books is set to unveil the much-anticipated middle-grade book Future Hack by trailblazer Dana Klisanin this coming October 2023. With a mission to inspire young climate activists and immerse them in the world of anticipatory thinking, Future Hack is the captivating first installment of "The Chronicles of G.A.I.A." series. Lauded by Publishers Weekly for its "messaging around environmental education and individual activism," the novel emboldens the next generation to embrace a growth mindset in the face of crises such as climate change in the post-pandemic era. MORE

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Future Hack takes place at Thistleton Academy, a former “green school’ that has been taken over by a nefarious corporation. The book aims to promotes ecoliteracy and anticipatory thinking. The series will continue to evolve around these themes.

Join Lexa Andromeda and her companions—a dream-traveling dog, a time-traveling cat, and a mysterious teen named Norbu—as they uncover a sinister plot within the walls of Thistleton Academy. What starts as a personal quest quickly spirals into a gripping fight against corporate greed, as Lexa and her friends race to thwart a disaster that threatens the entire planet. Awarded the PenCraft and Literary Titan Gold Book Awards, "Future Hack" is an unforgettable journey of resilience, friendship, and the power of collective action. Learn more.

The adventure intensifies in "Norbu's Secret," where Lexa and friends, guided by the wisdom of Amazonian youths, navigate the perilous depths of the rainforest to uncover the mystery of vanishing jaguars. As they face deadly traps and moral quandaries, the young heroes learn that the fate of the rainforest—and perhaps the world—may depend on their success. This gripping sequel blends nail-biting adventure with a poignant call to protect our planet's most vulnerable ecosystems. Learn more.