
In 'Val McCall, Ace Reporter?', fifth grader Val finds herself in a sticky situation when a false, damaging story is published under her name in her stepfather's newspaper. With the threat of an innocent person being arrested, Val, along with her unique guardian angel and the supportive 'Angel Club' of friends, embarks on a mission to uncover the true author of the libelous article. This chapter book blends a classic whodunit mystery with a touch of magical realism, offering young readers a compelling story about truth, responsibility, and the power of friendship. It's suitable for children aged 8-11 who enjoy detective stories and themes of justice.
After a libelous story with her byline mysteriously appears in her stepfather's newspaper, fifth grader Val McCall turns to her own guardian angel and her friends in the Angel Club to help find who is responsible before an innocent person is arrested.