So, My Mom's From Outer Space by Tennille Marie

It's time for another scifi read! I'm thrilled that this year is seeing so many tales in this genre, since it often doesn't get as much love in the kidlit realm. 2025 seems to be a bit of a rediscovery on the science fiction front, and the range of themes always surprises me. This one looks like it could hold some humor as well as adventure.

So, let's see how it goes, shall we?

SO, MY MOM'S FROM OUTER SPACE

by Tennille Marie

Monarch Educational Services LLC

Middle Grade Science Fiction

162 pages

ages 8 to 12

Wyatt Ricardo thought his biggest problem was being grounded. Then his mom vanished, and a talking alien bear-cat showed up claiming she's a galactic queen.

Now Wyatt's thirteenth birthday is only days away, and the truth is out. He's not just an ordinary kid. He's royalty from a distant planet. With the evil Grools closing in, his mom missing, and his powers beginning to awaken, Wyatt has a lot to learn-and fast.

Thankfully, he's not alone. His brave stepsister Addy and a shape-shifting warrior named Blairgorx (who goes by Joe Coffee) are ready to help. Together, they'll face secret training missions, sarcastic stepbrothers, clueless teachers, and possibly intergalactic war, all while trying to survive middle school.

Can Wyatt unlock his powers in time to rescue his mom and save two worlds? Or will the Grools catch him before he's ready to fight back?

Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Galaxy Zack, this laugh-out-loud sci-fi adventure blends family, friendship, and courage with a touch of cosmic chaos.

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Adventure and more than a few surprises make sure these pages keep turning until the very end.

Wyatt's late again, which means he's in loads of trouble with his mom. Worse yet, she might punish him on his 13th birthday! When he gets home, she doesn't yell at him, and instead, he finds she's gone missing. The police are looking for her, and he's told to go on with his life as he would any other day. But that's kind of impossible, since all he can think about is his missing mom. Then, a package arrives, and he finds an alien inside, who claims that his mom is a queen on a far away planet. With his step-sister's help, Wyatt joins the alien to find and free his mom from the evil alien Grools...and that while doing his best to get through normal school days.

The first pages start with tension as Wyatt pedals as fast as he can home, knowing that although he's only a few minutes late, he's going to be in huge trouble. His concerns are very easy to connect with and make him come across as a normal kid readers might know themselves. Then, the science fiction aspects hit and imagination shifts into high-gear as he meets an alien warrior, discovers his own alien background, and fights very dangerous foes. It creates an exciting read with something constantly happening.

The read moves along at a quick pace and adds enough humor to keep it fun. The writing stays light and fits even the lower range of the intended age group nicely. Small, simple illustrations are amply sprinkled between the text to add a little visual fun, and these are especially enjoyable when picturing the Grools. Science fiction fans are sure to enjoy the galactic plot and even those, who like to dive into chaotic adventures with enjoyable characters, will want to give this read a go.