My Cat Came from Outer Space by Joe Gillis

What happens when alien invaders are... adorable? 11-year-old Emma Price thought finding the perfect cat was a dream come true. She was wrong. It was the beginning of an alien invasion. When a mysterious meteor shower brings Commander Fluffington and his Feline Imperial Armada crash-landing in Middleton, Earth's fate hangs in the balance—and it's fluffy, orange, and absolutely irresistible. Using weaponized cuteness and mind-control purring, these alien cats begin converting humans into devoted servants, starting with Emma herself. Her best friends Jake, Madison, and Tyler watch in horror as their science-loving, rational friend transforms into a cat-worshipping zombie. When they discover the truth—that Middleton is under siege by the most adorable alien invasion force in the galaxy—they have just hours to save their friend and stop the cutest apocalypse ever attempted. Can three kids outsmart an alien commander who's mastered the ultimate weapon: being absolutely, irresistibly cute? Perfect for readers who love ridiculous humor, clever kids saving the day, and stories that prove friendship can survive even mind-controlling alien cats. Think Hoot meets Men in Black with a healthy dose of internet cat video chaos! Ages 8-12 • Middle Grade Science Fiction Comedy