Taiga Is An Alien

By Rory Bohn

What if your dog wasn't a dog at all... but an alien in disguise?

Taiga has always been a little different.

She stretches out like she's just landed on Earth.

She opens her own presents.

She watches the world with quiet curiosity... as if she's learning how to be here.

Maybe she's not like other dogs.

Maybe she's something else entirely.

Taiga Is an Alien is a charming and imaginative children's story written by an 11-year-old inspired by real-life moments, inviting readers to see the magic hidden in everyday life.

A joyful celebration of curiosity, difference, and the wonderful question: what if?

Inspired by real life (which makes it even better)

Taiga is not just a character. She is inspired by a real dog, with all the quirks, personality, and unexpected behaviours that come with her.

That's what gives this story its charm.

Every child who has ever loved a pet knows that animals feel like more than just animals. They feel like companions, personalities, sometimes even little mysteries of their own.

This book captures that feeling perfectly.

It reflects the small, everyday moments that make children laugh, wonder, and connect and then gently expands those moments into something imaginative and magical.

Perfect for children who love...Dogs and animalsSpace and aliensFunny and unexpected behaviourStories that invite imaginationBooks they can read again and again

The tone is light, playful, and accessible, making it ideal for:

Early readersRead-aloud sessionsBedtime storytelling

And importantly, it's a book that grows with the child.

Younger children will enjoy the humour and visuals.

Older children will begin to appreciate the idea of perspective and imagination layered underneath.

A subtle message about difference

Without ever becoming heavy or instructional, Taiga Is an Alien carries a gentle underlying theme:

Being different isn't something to fix. It's something to notice, enjoy, and maybe even celebrate.

Taiga doesn't behave like other dogs.

But that's exactly what makes her interesting.

Rather than correcting or explaining her behaviour, the story leans into it. Reframing difference as curiosity instead of something that needs to be understood or changed.

This is a powerful idea for children.

It gives them permission to:

Be themselvesSee others differentlyStay curious about the world

A final question...

After reading, you might find yourself looking at your own dog a little differently.

The way they sit.

The way they watch.

The strange little habits you've never quite questioned.

And you might wonder...

What if?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764138392
• ISBN13: 9781764138390
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Milpa Press
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 2 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 5