Courage, Friendship, and Wonder in Sci-Fi Eco-Adventure for ages 9-12
"High-spirited adventure."
— Kirkus Reviews
an adventure in every panel
MIRO CHRONICLES: THE GRAPHIC NOVEL - PART ONE (OF THREE)
Adapted from the acclaimed debut novel for ages 9-12.
One missing scientist.
One boy with everything to prove.
One planet hiding secrets that could change it all.
Science, friendship, and courage collide as Jimmy Aster and his friends set out on a rescue mission that becomes the adventure of a lifetime.
128 Full-Color Pages—Adventure in every panel.
COURAGE, FRIENDSHIP, AND WONDER IN SCI-FI ECO-ADVENTURE
MIRO CHRONICLES: THE NOVEL
BEING A KID IN 2401 IS NO WALK IN THE PARK...
Not even for eleven-year-old Jimmy Aster the Fourth, the youngest in the legendary Aster family, who discovered and settled Planet Miro after Zinda’s ecological collapse. At the Aster Academy of Science and Technology, students train to live in harmony with Miro’s extraordinary creatures and the planet’s wild landscapes. Thanks to Orra—a mysterious energy force—humans can bond with animals and communicate across species.
When Jimmy’s environmental scientist dad disappears during a research mission, Jimmy, his otter sidekick Otto, and Jimmy's two best friends head into the wild to find him. But the deeper they go, the more secrets they uncover. What begins as a rescue mission soon reveals a darkness brewing in the land of hope.
Saving his dad is just the beginning.
PRAISE FOR MIRO CHRONICLES: the Novel
"Colorful settings and characters further brighten this already high-spirited adventure." — Kirkus Reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "An easy-to-follow adventure with relatable characters, environmental themes, and talking animal companions that will have readers excited for book two."
— Mark Buxton, YABooksCentral Staff Review
“Inventive and entertaining… Otto steals many of the scenes.” — The BookLife Prize
“A wonderfully engaging story! Miro Chronicles is a satisfying and memorable tale that Middle Grade readers will delight in!”
— Jennifer Rees, New York Times Bestselling Editor, previously with Scholastic
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: EMILY ARONS
From Pokémon to Sci-Fi Eco-Adventures for Readers Ages 9–12
Emily Arons, a former children’s entertainment executive, crafts page-turning sci-fi eco-adventures that inspire kids to get outside and explore. After years bringing magical worlds to life at Pokémon and Wizards of the Coast, she now creates her own—blending wonder, nature, and bold storytelling with kids at the heart.
Her debut novel, Miro Chronicles—a Pacific Northwest Writers Association finalist—is the first in a planned series. Kirkus Reviews praises its “colorful settings and characters” and calls it “a high-spirited adventure.”
When she’s not writing, Emily is chasing the wild—whether running the Grand Canyon, hiking Half Dome, exploring Pacific Northwest trails, or playing tennis with friends. She lives in Woodinville, Washington, with her family, a bossy cat, and two dogs who supervise every word.
Join the Adventure!
ABOUT THE ILLustrator: ISABELLA LAMAN
Isabella is an Australian illustrator with experience in animation, illustration, and comics. Her work is defined by vibrant colour palettes, thoughtful detail, and a passion for visual storytelling. Isabella is often sketching new ideas and finding inspiration in nature, books and film. At the heart of her practice is a love of creating art that transports people into new places and sparks their imagination.
STEM Challenges and Eco Adventures for YounG READERS
MIRO CHRONICLES
Middle Grade Sci-Fi Eco-Adventure Published by
