Minjy the Robot e-books & audiobooks for kids ages 8 to 16. The author is Steven Michael Krystal.
About the Series
Minjy the Robot fiction e-books and audiobooks - includes five titles - are for middle graders and young adults ages is 8 to 16. The theme of 'goodness that prevails' continues throughout the series. Each adventure is a continuation of the overall story, yet very different in plot and setting. So, what makes robots tick? For Minjy, she's an expert at calculating numbers. Wanting to be busy at something, she comes up with a noble idea - to help people with their 'numbers problems'. Yet, there's another side to Minjy which is not so noble. She meets an unscrupulous character named Nash who has a detrimental effect on her and others. Eventually, the two go their separate ways and onto new beginnings. For Nash, old habits die hard and he can't seem to avoid trouble. As for Minjy, she is off to new places and adventures! If travel is a great teacher, then Minjy is an A1 student. Her journey takes her from Asia to North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and the foothills of Mount Everest in exotic Nepal. Along the way she meets many people, learning more about herself and the world around her. Readers will be entertained while learning the importance of kindness and compassion.
About Our Stories and Audio Samples
Minjy the Robot is a story for middle grade readers ages 8 to 12. This is the first story in the Minjy the Robot series. Have you ever wondered why people like robots? Maybe it‘s because they seem to help people and appear to be good. What about Minjy the Robot? Is Minjy a good robot that helps people? Perhaps there is a mysterious side to Minjy that no one knows? What will Minjy do when she meets the villain? Will their plan succeed?
From a faraway place where robots come from, Minjy now finds herself in a beautiful, new land where people are happy and good. Minjy is faced with a challenge which she is determined to overcome. While Minjy the Robot tries to help people, she nevertheless struggles with a strange secret that could harm her. When Minjy sets out on her fascinating journey she meets a host of characters – some good and others not so good. This unpredictable story unfolds with many twists and turns along the way. Readers will be introduced to some meaningful life lessons while learning that goodness ultimately prevails.
Minjy the Robot Returns is a story for middle grade readers ages 8 to 12. This is the second story in the Minjy the Robot series. It’s great to get a second chance, and that’s exactly what happens in Minjy the Robot Returns. It is often the case that both children and grown-ups have the opportunity to learn from their mistakes. After all, no one is perfect, and we are all likely to stumble on the path of life sooner or later. Eventually we realize that mistakes are a common part of life, and they give us the chance to learn, grow, and become the best that we can be.
In Minjy the Robot Returns, Minjy now finds herself in a new place with new people, as well as some old ones from the past. Readers will be entertained by the introduction of several new characters, as well as many new plots that are filled with valuable life lessons. Minjy's change for the better is truly heartwarming. As in the original story of Minjy the Robot, the theme that goodness prevails continues in this book. As goes in life, this new story is a gentle blend of life's ups and downs, as well as many tender, loving moments.
Minjy the Robot – A Pirate’s Life is a story for middle grade readers ages 8 to 12. This is the third story in the Minjy the Robot series. This story unfolds in beautiful Port Marcia, which is a small town nestled in a tropical paradise. Minjy’s new surroundings are very different from anywhere she’s been before. Her arrival there is by chance and is thanks to a delightful festival filled with excitement. Minjy always seems to find herself in the most interesting situations!
As in the previous two e-books, Minjy the Robot – A Pirate’s Life maintains the theme that goodness prevails. Minjy's character is put to the test in someone’s time of need. Her encounters with both old and new characters reveal just how much she has learned and matured. Minjy’s thoughts, actions and words will inspire readers to be kind, compassionate, and helpful to others.
Minjy the Robot in Glitter City is a story for middle grade and young adult readers ages 12 to 16. This is the fourth story in the Minjy the Robot series.
Minjy’s adventure unfolds in dazzling Glitter City, which is a stop along the way before going to see Miss Wong in St. Belle. To her surprise, Minjy is re-united with an old colleague, Iga, who unknowingly has become entrapped in a stolen art scheme. There are few clues to go on to solve the theft.
Things begin to unravel for the thief and finger pointing begins. As the investigator and detective try to solve the crime.
Minjy once again meets a whole new cast of characters. Despite being caught up in all the intrigue, Minjy does her best to ensure that the innocent and goodness prevail.
Minjy the Robot and the Search for Wing Wong is a story for middle grade and young adult readers ages 12 to 16. This is the fifth title in the Minjy the Robot series.
Minjy began her adventure in 2015. She’s been on four, so far, which have taken her around the world. Now on her fifth, she desperately wants to see Wing Wong – so do many others.
In this next story, Minjy, Monique, and Juliette are on their way from Glitter City to St. Belle to see Wing. They have no idea that she has gone missing somewhere in Nepal. Monique and Juliette soon learn that Minjy - their little robot friend - has also disappeared.
A host of different characters are now looking for both. While doing research with a group of scientists near the village of Nagarkot, Wing decides to leave without telling anyone. Upon discovery that she’s missing, helicopter pilot Mike Bellford is asked to help search for her by air. Despite his persistent efforts, Wing is nowhere to be found.
It’s much the same for Minjy - her whereabouts are a mystery. For Monique and Juliette, hope of finding their little robot friend is unwavering. Yet in their wildest dreams, they could not have imagined where Minjy actually is.
The search for Wing Wong and for Minjy continues. Mike asks his son, Jimmy, for help, and the scene shifts to beautiful Port Marcia. As the story unfolds, Jimmy makes friends with several people. Unknowingly, the mystery starts to include others - it is not a certainty that it can be solved.
A series of unlikely events unfold and lead to outcomes unforeseen.
Will the search for Wing Wong prove successful?
Will Minjy’s location be discovered?
Will looking for Wing and Minjy uncover their whereabouts only, or perhaps something more?
Minjy the Robot and the Search for Wing Wong is, as always, based on the continued theme that goodness prevails.
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About the Author
Steven Michael Krystal is the author of the Minjy the Robot series of e-books for kids ages 8 to 16.
“I’m a true believer that goodness prevails.” According to Steven, this theme is consistent in all of the Minjy the Robot fictional stories.
He wrote his first e-book, Minjy the Robot, in 2015 and hasn’t looked back since. “It’s really great to now have the time to write. It’s something I’ve always loved to do.”
The sequel, Minjy the Robot Returns, followed shortly afterwards. Steven’s third e-book, Minjy the Robot – A Pirate’s Life, was released in August 2016. In May 2017, Steven released Minjy the Robot in Glitter City, which is the fourth e-book in the series.
“It’s very exciting to have released my fifth e-book in September 2019, entitled, Minjy the Robot and the Search for Wing Wong. As always, this story is a completely new adventure for Minjy and readers alike. I hope you’ll enjoy it.”
“When I began to write the Minjy the Robot series, it started out as fantasy for children. It developed into fiction for middle grade and young adult readers, and deals with morals and human nature.”
Steven's favorite fiction is the 1939 fantasy/adventure movie, The Wizard of Oz.
"I'm very fond of this story, I think it's absolutely brilliant. It claims to be for the young and 'the young at heart' - very true. Stories that can touch the hearts of both kids and adults really appeal to me. I try to aspire to this kind of writing."
It has now been several years since Steven wrote his first e-book, and he reflects on how his main character has evolved.
“One of the many enjoyable aspects of writing the Minjy the Robot series of e-books is to see how Minjy has changed – for the better of course! Her behavior and appearance have evolved from book to book. The creativity in developing Minjy’s changing demeanor and the way she looks has been a fun experience.”
For this Canadian author, life lessons are commonly full of twists and turns, and are really great teachers.
“I’ve learned that at times, some things have a funny way of turning out. To have hope and faith that things will work out for the best is a motivating concept for me. I’ve also learned from experience the importance of kindness and compassion. I try to incorporate all of these thoughts and feelings into the stories that I write.”
- Steven Michael Krystal