Award-winning visionary fiction
The Improbable Wonders of Moojie Littleman
A novel by Robin Gregory
“A bit of John Steinbeck combined with sci-fi. It has crazy potential.”
— Screencraft
As recognized by
The Book
A boy with more limits — and more magic — than most
It’s the early 1900s and visitors from outer space are discovered outside a remote California village…
In that same village lives a disabled orphan boy with telekinetic powers who got separated from his parents as a baby…
When his foster mom dies and his dad rejects him, the boy seeks out the visitors—who are his lost kin—and struggles to save them from a formidable vigilante.
“Once I dreamed of being crippled and lost in the woods. Using umbrellas for crutches, I circled back to a giant oak tree three times, fell to the ground, and burst into tears. The leaves of the tree rustled, and I looked up and asked, ‘Which way from here?’ ‘Depends on where you’re going,’ said the tree. ‘Why, you’re talking to a tree, aren’t you?’” — M.L.
The Film
Now in development for the screen
A bit of John Steinbeck combined with sci-fi. It has crazy potential.
— ScreencraftThe award-winning novel’s blend of magical realism and historical adventure is being adapted for film.
In development
Praise
What readers and critics are saying
The book’s mysticism is lucidly presented, and its magical realism is effective, moving, and heartening. A lively, original take on a story of a boy with more limits — and more magic — than most.
— Kirkus Reviews, starred review · Best Books of the Year 2016Visionary, magical, and rich with optimism, it defies labelling of genre and form, and shows us a way beyond the limitations of story as well as life.
Walter RyceMonterey County WeeklyThe prose is as clear as stream water, the pacing perfectly tuned to the narrative’s rises and falls. It warms the heart.
Sherod SantosAuthor of The City of WomenGregory’s storytelling skills are inspired and make this mythologically-based, historical novel a delight to read.
Jack MagnusReader’s FavoriteThe lyrical prose and unique ‘Voice’ of this tale are sure to inspire generations of YA and adult readers alike.
Rea Nolan MartinAuthor of Mystic TeaA beautifully written, highly literate, intelligent, entertaining, heart-warming book. I recommend it without reservation.
Robin ChambersAuthor of Myrddin’s Heir seriesA fantastic book that conveys the true depth and breadth of the human awakening process. A masterful piece of visionary fiction.
Tom HoffmanAuthor of The Thirteenth MonkRecognition
Awards & honors
The recognition earned by The Improbable Wonders of Moojie Littleman.
About the author
Hello Bright Soul!
My name is Robin Gregory. If you ask me who I am, I can honestly say I don’t know. Life is a mystery. I just happen to be here, now, and there are many forces that brought me to writing.
I’m not here to promote myself, or my work, or a brand. That would be a disservice to you. I am interested in erasing my human “footprint” from the world – clearing former programs and memories, and watching in awe as something surprising emerges.
As for professional background, I write novels, articles, and screenplays. I studied Creative Writing and Literature at UC, Santa Cruz, and Novel Writing at Stanford University’s Writers Workshop. Since then, I’ve published articles in Modern Literature, Film International, and Ginosko Literary Journal. My début, award-winning novel, The Improbable Wonders of Moojie Littleman, is being developed for film.
Professional memberships
Robin Gregory, screenwriter & award-winning author.