From Academy Award-winning actor, producer, and author Octavia Spencer comes this lovable and engaging children's mystery that's perfect for young readers.
Inspired by Octavia's lifelong love of mysteries, Detective Dell is on the Case follows a young sleuth determined to track down her missing pet. Dell hunts for clues, questions suspects, and relies on her own curiosity and courage as she explains the process of thinking like a real detective. With heart, humor, and Octavia's signature passion for storytelling, this warm adventure celebrates problem-solving, family, and the joy of solving a good mystery.
About the AuthorSpencer, Octavia: - Octavia Spencer is an Academy Award-winning actor, producer, and author known for her powerful performances and authentic storytelling. Born in Montgomery, Alabama, she developed an early love of books and mysteries, which helped spark her creative imagination. She has starred in acclaimed films such as The Help, Hidden Figures, and The Shape of Water, earning recognition as one of Hollywood's most versatile and beloved talents. Beyond film and television, Octavia is passionate about children's literacy and has already written two mystery books for young readers. Through her work both on and off the screen, she continues to champion curiosity, courage, and the importance of every child's story.