HarperAlley Zeb and Bel: A Case of Bird Problems: A Graphic Novel
HarperAlley Zeb and Bel: A Case of Bird Problems: A Graphic Novel

Zeb and Bel: A Case of Bird Problems: A Graphic Novel

By Rachel Elliott

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Publication Date: January 27, 2026

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Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7

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The Secret Life of Pets meets Only Murders in the Building in this cozy mystery from award-winning graphic novelist Rachel Elliott.

Mysteries abound in Perpleck City, and it’s Bel the black cat’s first day as a detective…But unfortunately, there’s never a mystery to solve in the apartment building where she lives with her goofy dog brother, Zeb, and their human, Josephine. So when local prankster, Payton Parakeet, goes missing during a neighborhood magic show, Bel can’t wait to put her detective skills to the test. Is this just another one of Payton’s pranks, or perhaps…a case of fowl play?

As accusations begin to fly and the suspect list grows, Zeb and Bel must team up to get to the bottom of this feathery mystery. Hilarious hijinks, daring escapades, and flights of fancy are at the heart of this graphic novel that will keep you giggling and guessing on every page. (And if you keep your eyes peeled for clues as you read, you might even crack the case before Zeb and Bel!)

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About the Author

Rachel Elliott took her first drawing class at age eight at a neighbor's farm in Oklahoma. She now teaches writing and comics classes in Kentucky, where she lives with her wife. Her debut book, The Real Riley Mayes, was a Stonewall Honor Book. You can learn more about Rachel at rachelelliott.me.

Format: Paperback

Pages: 160

Publisher: HarperAlley

Publication Date: January 27, 2026

ISBN: 9780063354296

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