What happens when an alien crash-lands on Earth… as a meerkat?
This first contact tale follows an otherworldly being who finds himself trapped in the body of one of Earth's smallest predators. Now he must navigate not just survival, but a profound self-discovery journey that spans galaxies.
In this captivating philosophical science fiction from Sean Barnhart, follow Eighty, a Standard Metamorph from the dying world of Nexus Prime, as he defies his society's rigid expectations and finds himself stranded on Earth in the unlikely form of a meerkat.
As Eighty undergoes a radical alien transformation, he forms an unexpected interspecies connection with Razor, a formidable meerkat matriarch who shows him that survival requires more than just physical adaptation—it demands finding one's true self.
Becoming Earthling weaves an unforgettable tapestry of speculative fiction that will captivate readers of all ages:
Experience a unique first contact story told from the perspective of the alien visitor
Witness a profound self-discovery journey as Eighty navigates between two worlds
Explore the mesmerizing contrast between advanced alien civilization and Earth's wildlife
Feel the emotional resonance of finding belonging in the most unexpected places
Uncover the ancient mysteries that could bridge two distant worlds
This genre-defying tale asks: Is our identity defined by our origin, our form, or the connections we forge?
Begin an extraordinary science fiction adventure where the greatest journey isn't across the stars, but within the heart itself. Add to cart now and discover why readers are calling Becoming Earthling “a transformative experience” and “unlike anything I've ever read.”