This epistolary series was originally published as nine short stories by Daily Science Fiction between January and March, 2014.

3 years have passed, and young Aly continues to struggle with proving her worth to her people. Now an outcast among her peers, preparation for the Evaluations has become priority one. However, as time passes, the truth of her setbacks become ever so clearer, and the tribe realizes there may be a danger living in their village...

"You Learn. You Work. You Fight." These are the mandates young, alien best friends, Aly and Catty, must follow in order to be of any worth to their tribe on Planet Gooliun. Most people in their village have an entire childhood to perfect such traits. However, time is of the essence when a dangerous rite of passage meant to test these qualities is boosted years ahead of schedule. As the Evaluations near, a strong bond is challenged and a bitter rivalry is born when playful harassment leads to violent bullying. This doesn't take away from a real danger approaching the tribe, however. One has yet to be seen, and another is right underneath their noses. Exciting, dangerous, and moving, Evaluations of the Tribe will take you on a gripping coming of age adventure