A to Z Animal Mysteries #1: The Absent Alpacas

Ron Roy and Kayla Whaley ∙ Illustrated by Chloe Burgett

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Published on Jul 4, 2023 | 96 Pages

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Grades 1–4
Ages 6–9

Solve Animal Mysteries from A to Z! Young clue hunters Abbi, Daniel, and Lydia sniff out the mystery behind a group of missing alpacas. Inspired by Ron Roy’s beloved A to Z Mysteries series, this spin-off is perfect for budding young chapter-book readers—and future detectives!

A is for ALPACAS . . .

It’s time for the alpaca costume contest, and Abigail "Abbi" Wallace is excited to see it at the Maine State Fair. But there’s only one alpaca left—the rest are missing! What sent the alpacas packing? Abbi; her dog, Barkley; and her friends Lydia and Daniel are ready to sniff out this mystery!

DON’T MISS the original A to Z Mysteries series by Ron Roy, starting with The Absent Author!

"Good fun." —Kirkus Reviews

ISBN 9780593488997 (Paperback)
Published on Jul 4, 2023
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 96
Dimensions 5-3/16 x 7-5/8
Age Range 6-9 years
Grade Grades 1-4
Reading Level Lexile: 590L | Fountas/Pinnell: N

ISBN 9780593489000 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on Jul 4, 2023
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 96
Dimensions 5-3/16 x 7-5/8
Age Range 6-9 years
Grade Grades 1-4
Reading Level Lexile: 590L | Fountas/Pinnell: N

ISBN 9780593489017 (Ebook)
Published on Jul 4, 2023
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 96
Age Range 6-9 years
Grade Grades 1-4
Reading Level Lexile: 590L | Fountas/Pinnell: N

ISBN 9780593680292 (Audiobook Download)
Published on Jul 4, 2023
Published by Listening Library
Age Range 6-9 years
Grade Grades 1-4
Reading Level Lexile: 590L | Fountas/Pinnell: N

Ron Roy

Ron Roy is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries series. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. Visit Ron online at RonRoy.com.

Kayla Whaley

Kayla Whaley is the author of the A to Z Animal Mysteries series. Besides children’s books, she’s also written fiction and nonfiction for teens and adults. When not writing, she likes playing video games, listening to music (especially kpop!), and watching TV shows with friends.

Chloe Burgett

Chloe Burgett is a children’s book illustrator living in the Great Plains. She is the SCBWI Illustrator Coordinator for Nebraska. Her favorite books respectfully portray children as the competent, brave, and resourceful human beings they are, with words to match. She lives with her husband Seth and cat Pencil. Find her online at chloebartistry.com.