Uncle XBox

A coming-of-age story explores growing up, family, and finding one’s place in the digital world. Dusty’s stepdad leaves, taking his Xbox. Dusty strives to buy his own but finds a new perspective through cool Uncle Rick, who introduces him to surfing and teaches him about life beyond gaming.

By: Jared Thomas

Cover: Soft

Pages: 64

Blurb:

Dusty spends a lot of time playing games online, and usually with his stepdad, Marcus. One Saturday morning, Marcus loads his things into his car and leaves, taking his Xbox with him. Dusty is determined to buy an Xbox of his own and tries odd jobs that don’t quite work out. That is until cool Uncle Rick turns up. Uncle Rick introduces Dusty to surfing and teaches him about his culture and connection to Country. Dusty swiftly discovers that there is more to life than gaming.

A coming-of-age story for young gamers, that offers gentle insights into growing up, family and finding your place in a digital world. Or not.