Neanderthal Opens the Door to the Universe

"Neanderthal Opens the Door to the Universe" is a thought-provoking YA novel that follows Cliff Hubbard, a high school student dealing with personal loss and feeling like an outsider. When a classmate returning from a near-death experience enlists his help to tackle a series of unusual tasks aimed at improving their school, Cliff begins to find a sense of purpose and belonging. Filled with humor, heart, and twists, the story explores themes of friendship, identity, and the challenge of making a difference in an imperfect world.