Charlie Maidly and the Kink-Konk of Mars

Set on Mars, a sensitive boy named Charlie navigates his emotions through storytelling while living with his family and dog among the last humans. The planet's peculiar influence leads to his dog gaining the ability to speak. Their adventure begins when they encounter the Kink-Konk, a native Martian searching for lost relatives, who mirrors Charlie's own complexities. As they traverse the vividly depicted Martian landscape, themes of philosophy, emotion, and tragedy unfold, intertwining Charlie's narratives with their shared journey in this melancholic and poetic setting.