The Planet, the Portal, and a Pizza

Reach for this book when your child feels like their life doesn't quite fit the mold or they are struggling to find a sense of belonging in their peer group. Through the lens of a high-stakes multiverse adventure, this story validates the experience of kids who feel unusual or 'othered' by their circumstances. It follows twelve-year-old Piper, whose parents are eccentric inventors, as she teams up with visitors from another dimension to solve a mystery and save her family. The narrative beautifully explores themes of self-identity and the importance of finding your 'crew.' It is perfectly paced for middle-grade readers aged 8 to 12, offering a mix of humor, gentle emotional depth, and accessible science fiction that feels both imaginative and deeply human.