Joanna Monigatti

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Joanna Monigatti writes fast-paced sci-fi adventures for middle-grade and young adult readers, blending space exploration with humor, robots, and heart. Her debut, Attack on Planet Falrus, Joanna Monigatti is a physician and storyteller who blends science, suspense, and big-idea sci-fi. Her debut novel Attack on Planet Falrus has already attracted hundreds of readers, with over 700 entrants in its first Goodreads giveaway and is the first of a trilogy. Inspired by her background in physics and a lifelong love of space exploration, Joanna writes stories that celebrate curiosity, courage, and unlikely friendships. When she isn’t writing, she works as a physician in Switzerland and enjoys running, cycling, and spending time with her family and ...more

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Joanna Monigatti When she got to the end of the corridor, he skin glistening with sweat, the blood trail suddenly disappeared. In its place was a pool of a shimmering …moreWhen she got to the end of the corridor, he skin glistening with sweat, the blood trail suddenly disappeared. In its place was a pool of a shimmering fluid with a greenish tinge...(less)
Joanna Monigatti Oh yes. Book 2 of the Planet Falrus Trilogy is well underway and scheduled for release in Spring/Summer 2026! Expect more chaos, stranger science, and…moreOh yes. Book 2 of the Planet Falrus Trilogy is well underway and scheduled for release in Spring/Summer 2026! Expect more chaos, stranger science, and even weirder robots.
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Children as Agents, Not Victims Why the Most Powerful Stories Let Young Characters Shape Their Own Fate

In many stories, children are written as symbols of innocence. They are the ones who must be protected, rescued, or mourned. Their role is often passive — something fragile that the adult world must defend.

But some of the most powerful narratives do something different.

They treat children not as victims, but as agents.

An agent is someone who makes choices. Someone who influences events. Someone wh Read more of this blog post »
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Read this book as a teenager, and was shocked at the injustices faced by some poor souls in society. Powerful story. Well written.
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Lorna Doone by R.D. Blackmore
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Read this book years ago and remember the powerful epic-like impact of the storyline. Real british classic, would highly recommend.
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This is the second book I have read on the pre-birth life in the series by Christine Nightingale. Fantastic book, would recommend.
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Spirit Baby by Christine Nightingale
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This is quite simply one of the best books I have ever read on pre-birth stories. It is very well-written and is thoroughly enjoyable.
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Spirit Babies by Walter Makichen
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I was recommended this book by a friend and I had high expectations. I certainly wasn't disappointed! It was a hell of a read and I would definitely recommend it for anyone seeking answers as to what happens before we are born. Deserves its 5 stars. ...more
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I was recommended this book by a friend and I had high expectations. I certainly wasn't disappointed! It was a hell of a read and I would definitely recommend it for anyone seeking answers as to what happens before we are born. Deserves its 5 stars. ...more
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Your Soul's Gift by Robert Schwartz
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This is the third in the series of Robert Schwartz's books on the spiritual side of life, and includes 'Your soul's plan' and 'Your soul's love'. All great books, and thoroughly enjoyable. ...more
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