Cracking the Case with Octavia Spencer

Award-winning actress Octavia Spencer brings her passion for reading and mystery to life in her new children’s book, Detective Dell is on the Case. All proceeds support the student mentors of City Year Los Angeles.
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A “How To” Guide for Young Detectives

Inspired by Octavia’s lifelong love of mysteries, Detective Dell is on the Case follows a young sleuth determined to track down her missing pet. Dell hunts for clues, questions suspects, and relies on her own curiosity and courage as she explains the process of thinking like a real detective. With heart, humor, and Octavia’s signature passion for storytelling, this warm adventure celebrates problem-solving, family, and the joy of solving a good mystery.
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