Elvis Is Missing #1

By: Bruce Hale

Narrated by: André Santana

Blast off into space and come along for an intergalactic mystery—with plenty of pizza—in this first book of the new chapter book series, Outer Space Mystery Pizza Club!

It’s another ordinary Friday night in the suburbs for the Garcia-Jackson family: Mateo and Valentina’s favorite show is on TV. Mateo’s best friend, Booker, is over. And their babysitter, Jennica, is definitely keeping an eye on them and not playing with her phone.

But when Elvis, the family’s dog, bolts out of the house, barking uncontrollably at someone—or something—in the backyard, the kids go investigate…only to watch Elvis disappear through a mysterious portal!

The three kids, with their babysitter in tow, have no choice but to follow him—adventuring through deep space, where they’ll encounter aliens, dodge asteroids, and defy gravity—as they attempt to find their furry best friend (and make it back home before bedtime!).

Critic reviews

"Short, accessible chapters are peppered with...black-and-white illustrations, adding depth and humor to Hale’s out-of-this-world text...A rollicking intergalactic adventure bursting with laughs and alien antics."—Kirkus


"...A combination of savvy deduction and quick action. Séguin-Magee’s grayscale scenes of pop-eyed young people and cartoonishly goofy alien wildlife add further comedic touches to this fetching series kickoff."—Booklist

Clever Funny Adventure

I loved the whole story and adventure that the detectives had. The characters were fun and engaging. I almost shed tears of joy when the gang‘s adventures took a happy path. And, like most of Bruce Hale‘s books, parents can enjoy it with their kids. I’m looking forward to reading the next in the series.