Alebrijes - Flight to a New Haven

Nominated for the Yoto Carnegie Medal 2025, this inventive novel tells the story of Thirteen-year-old Leandro, a pickpocket living in the harsh, post-apocalyptic city of Pocatel. After taking the fall for his sister Gabi, Leandro's consciousness is transferred into an ancient drone, setting him on a journey beyond the city's walls into a wasteland filled with spirits, monsters, and hidden truths. Filled with richly imagined worlds and thought-provoking themes, the story offers a captivating reflection on resilience and hope.