Angelo Mozzillo

Who Stole the Star?

Crime

Even the quietest little town can hide a… stellar mystery!

Since Sheriff Biscottino McKenzy arrived, all the rascals have been locked up, and peace has reigned in town. That is, until… the sheriff’s star goes missing! Pippy Dakota, Cuddle Bill, and Johnny Fluff are the prime suspects. But who’s really behind the theft?

A mystery story tailor-made for young readers’ first encounters with detective tales—full of rhythm, humor, and twists, perfect for ages 5 and up.
Ideal for both independent reading and read-aloud moments.

Publisher: Battello a Vapore

Target: 5-7

Year: 2025

Author

Angelo Mozzillo

Angelo Mozzillo was born in Naples and lives in Milan. He writes short stories, screenplays, reportage, and rhyming tales. He is the author of the humorous mystery series Detective Linus, the novel The Little Gatsby, and the hilarious travel diary The Woods Are Nice but I Wouldn’t Live There (all published by Il Battello a Vapore).
His recent picture books include I Wrote a Book for You (But This Isn’t It) (Camelozampa), An Important Secret(Minibombo), and Monsieur Claquette’s Sunday (Rizzoli). His book I Am a Leaf (Bacchilega Junior) won both the Andersen Prize and the Super Andersen Prize in 2021.

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