Chunk and the Midnight Visitors

By Cameron Byrd

CHUNK AND THE MIDNIGHT VISITORS By Cameron Byrd Middle Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12)

What's a livestock guardian dog supposed to do when aliens land on his farm?

Chunk has always taken his job seriously. As a Great Pyrenees-Anatolian Shepherd mix with distinctive raccoon-like markings, he's responsible for protecting the sheep, goats, chickens, and other animals at Sweet Valley Farm. He's got it all under control - until three shimmering aliens arrive in the middle of the night, accidentally giving every animal on the farm the ability to talk... and think... and quote Shakespeare.

Now Chunk's peaceful farm has turned into chaos:

His quantum physics-obsessed little brother Spunk can't stop teaching advanced mathematics to the ducksThe pigs are performing philosophical mud balletTwo mischievous cats are running secret social experimentsThe farm equipment has gained consciousness, and the tractor won't stop singing Broadway musicalsAnd the county fair is just days away

With help from twelve-year-old Sarah, Chunk must find a way to keep their extraordinary farm looking ordinary. But when the aliens' translator device starts affecting every piece of technology in town, hiding their secret becomes nearly impossible. As the county fair approaches, Chunk learns that sometimes the most amazing things in life look just like everyday magic - if you know where to look.

A heartwarming tale about friendship, family, and finding the courage to be yourself, "Chunk and the Midnight Visitors" combines laugh-out-loud humor with touching moments that will delight readers of all ages. Perfect for fans of Charlotte's Web, The One and Only Ivan, and Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DXBVN9GB
• ISBN13: 9798310815131
• Release Date: February 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"