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A Pixie Fixer-Upper: A Cozy, Low-Stakes, Slice-of-Life Science Fiction Adventure
Reap what you sow, then sow a little chaos…
Howdy, bud. It's Rusty. You know, there's a whole lot to love about exploring the cosmos, but sometimes a fella gets a powerful hankering for a taste of home. So when the Earth and Mars veggies my crew planted in Leef's greenhouse were ripe for the pickin', we were eager to dig up some crops then dig into a feast.
But right in the middle of our harvest dinner with the Budsons and the Flickams, Noki's school principal came a-knockin' with a hoop for her to jump through. Even though our pixie pal's grades are sharp as a tack, the bureaucrats ain't gonna let her graduate until she checks the last box on their form with a job-shadowing internship.
Well, we ain't the types to let a bright young lady get held back by paperwork, so our crew just grew by six inches. Figured we'd take her on a simple cargo run, show her the ropes, and maybe teach her how to use a stubborn loading crane without filling the swear jar. 'Course, Murphy hears "simple cargo run" and takes it as a personal challenge. Didn't take long for our lesson to go a little off book and way off the rails.
Looks like school is officially in session, and the universe just handed us one heck of a pop quiz.
No Stress Space Express is a long-running, feel-good science-fiction series filled with clever repairs, playful banter, found family, and sweet romance. Perfect for readers who love the bighearted culture-clash comedy of Nole Moody’s Mr Gorzug - Substitute Teacher and the blue-collar ingenuity of Jamie McFarlane’s Boltguns and Duct Tape.
Climb aboard and leave Earth in the rearview for a spell. You’re in good company.
Howdy, bud. It's Rusty. You know, there's a whole lot to love about exploring the cosmos, but sometimes a fella gets a powerful hankering for a taste of home. So when the Earth and Mars veggies my crew planted in Leef's greenhouse were ripe for the pickin', we were eager to dig up some crops then dig into a feast.
But right in the middle of our harvest dinner with the Budsons and the Flickams, Noki's school principal came a-knockin' with a hoop for her to jump through. Even though our pixie pal's grades are sharp as a tack, the bureaucrats ain't gonna let her graduate until she checks the last box on their form with a job-shadowing internship.
Well, we ain't the types to let a bright young lady get held back by paperwork, so our crew just grew by six inches. Figured we'd take her on a simple cargo run, show her the ropes, and maybe teach her how to use a stubborn loading crane without filling the swear jar. 'Course, Murphy hears "simple cargo run" and takes it as a personal challenge. Didn't take long for our lesson to go a little off book and way off the rails.
Looks like school is officially in session, and the universe just handed us one heck of a pop quiz.
No Stress Space Express is a long-running, feel-good science-fiction series filled with clever repairs, playful banter, found family, and sweet romance. Perfect for readers who love the bighearted culture-clash comedy of Nole Moody’s Mr Gorzug - Substitute Teacher and the blue-collar ingenuity of Jamie McFarlane’s Boltguns and Duct Tape.
Climb aboard and leave Earth in the rearview for a spell. You’re in good company.
- GenresScience Fiction
219 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 24, 2026
About the author
Jack Bodett
32 books25 followersJack Bodett lives at the corner of duct tape and destiny. His humorous science-fiction tales are populated by folks who are equally good at building spaceships and building friendships. He believes that with a good sense of humor, a willingness to help others, and a well-stocked tool belt, anyone can bang together their own happy ending.
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September 4, 2026
Let's see, I read recently about two different kingdoms being saved, the galaxy being saved, a Japanese prison camp being rescued in WWII (real event), Joe McCarthy being a bully (real), Salem girls being vicious while dumb adults can't see the teens acting out right in front of them (real), ships sinking in storms on the Great Lakes (real), a hero being abused by her captors, etc. It is nice to take a break and focus on friends getting along with each other, living their lives, helping each other, having a party with fun and no meanness ruining it, etc. Jock Bodett's series of books and the latest one are a nice break from real world meanness and fictional world nasties. This series, with its humor, everyday science fiction living and nice people is highly recommended. Life is better than what the nightly news says it is.
August 26, 2026
A Pixie Fixer-Upper by Jack Bodett
Whomever said 13 was unlucky was totally wrong. Just finished book 13 in the No Stress Express series and it was the best yet. The story telling held my attention so that I couldn't put it down. I loved being with Rusty, Piper,Mike, Jenna and Noki each step off the way. I even got a little misty at Noki's graduation and laughed out load at Maggie's reaction to "everything". Science fiction is my favorite genre, but I do love this series for the wholesomeness, comedy, adventure and lack of violence, overt sexuality and profanity. Thanks for the entertainment!
Whomever said 13 was unlucky was totally wrong. Just finished book 13 in the No Stress Express series and it was the best yet. The story telling held my attention so that I couldn't put it down. I loved being with Rusty, Piper,Mike, Jenna and Noki each step off the way. I even got a little misty at Noki's graduation and laughed out load at Maggie's reaction to "everything". Science fiction is my favorite genre, but I do love this series for the wholesomeness, comedy, adventure and lack of violence, overt sexuality and profanity. Thanks for the entertainment!
August 30, 2026
another wonderful one
I so enjoy these stories. One of the many things that I loved about much of the science fiction I read as a kid in the 1970s, especially the Heinlein “juveniles”, was the educational value of the stories. It is something you don’t see much anymore. Mostly modern science fiction seems to be war stories written by people with little or no knowledge about how anything works. I learn something from each of these stories, and not only are they not predominately violence, these stories are completely free of violence. Hoobee,Jack, and thank you so much for your fine work! 🤓
I so enjoy these stories. One of the many things that I loved about much of the science fiction I read as a kid in the 1970s, especially the Heinlein “juveniles”, was the educational value of the stories. It is something you don’t see much anymore. Mostly modern science fiction seems to be war stories written by people with little or no knowledge about how anything works. I learn something from each of these stories, and not only are they not predominately violence, these stories are completely free of violence. Hoobee,Jack, and thank you so much for your fine work! 🤓
August 25, 2026
A Pixie Fixer Upper...A++
If you're reading this...then you already know the previous 12 books were well worth your time. This story is no different...Rusty and team are up to more shenanigans. Well written...and although at one point you might have an idea what is going to happen...how it happens is not obvious. Original, fun, funny, and a bit relatable in places...another great book.
Thanks for writing and sharing the story Jack.
If you're reading this...then you already know the previous 12 books were well worth your time. This story is no different...Rusty and team are up to more shenanigans. Well written...and although at one point you might have an idea what is going to happen...how it happens is not obvious. Original, fun, funny, and a bit relatable in places...another great book.
Thanks for writing and sharing the story Jack.
August 28, 2026
Jack hit another one out of the park
I got hooked on the Bob and Nikki series and then Jerry up and died. Jack came through with the next best thing. I can't say enough good about his books. They are wholesome, heartwarming, just a damned good read. I love the quirky humor and the down home vibe. Every book in this series is just incredible. I can't wait for the next one so I can see what mischief Rusty, Piper, Mike, and Jenna are going to get into next.
I got hooked on the Bob and Nikki series and then Jerry up and died. Jack came through with the next best thing. I can't say enough good about his books. They are wholesome, heartwarming, just a damned good read. I love the quirky humor and the down home vibe. Every book in this series is just incredible. I can't wait for the next one so I can see what mischief Rusty, Piper, Mike, and Jenna are going to get into next.
September 1, 2026
The best of
This series. The Ice Truckers was a good book. But it was too short. This book was full of technical and wholesome content. The finding and bringing back the archeologic find of the last 200 years was well written. A goodly amount of techno and humor plus Noki's translations were mixed in the blend creating one delightful read. My only concern is that it was not long enough. Master Bodett. Well Done Sir. Well Done
This series. The Ice Truckers was a good book. But it was too short. This book was full of technical and wholesome content. The finding and bringing back the archeologic find of the last 200 years was well written. A goodly amount of techno and humor plus Noki's translations were mixed in the blend creating one delightful read. My only concern is that it was not long enough. Master Bodett. Well Done Sir. Well Done
August 27, 2026
Always a great time!
These books are fun, funny, relatable and pure joy to read. When one drops, I usually drop whatever I am reading and jump in. Jack really filled a void for me after Jerry Boyd's untimely passing. Take care and keep it up, Jack!
These books are fun, funny, relatable and pure joy to read. When one drops, I usually drop whatever I am reading and jump in. Jack really filled a void for me after Jerry Boyd's untimely passing. Take care and keep it up, Jack!
October 7, 2026
Book 13 in the series
Noki’s mom wants her to be the class valedictorian but there are a couple of requirements Noki needs to complete. She has to get her seminar report approved and needs work-study experience. Nessie’s crew offers to help. A great story.
Noki’s mom wants her to be the class valedictorian but there are a couple of requirements Noki needs to complete. She has to get her seminar report approved and needs work-study experience. Nessie’s crew offers to help. A great story.
August 27, 2026
Joyful ride..
The crew keeps on trucking, along with the humor that keeps me reading. A fun ride through out the series. Addicted.
The crew keeps on trucking, along with the humor that keeps me reading. A fun ride through out the series. Addicted.
August 29, 2026
Fun and entertaining, love this series
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