Joe Gillis Releases Middle-Grade Sci-Fi Novel Where Alien Cats Discover Earth's Feline Wisdom

Sacramento, Ca - June 13, 2025-- What happens when an alien invasion meets the irresistible power of purring? Author Joe Gillis answers that question in the delightfully absurd new middle-grade novel "My Cat Came from Outer Space," where world domination plans are derailed by cardboard boxes, laser pointers, and the universal truth that humans already serve their feline overlords.

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When eleven-year-old Emma Price finds an adorable orange Persian cat after a meteor shower, she thinks she's rescued a stray. But "Prince" is actually Commander Fluffington, an alien military leader whose invasion plans become complicated by an unexpected discovery: Earth cats have already perfected the ideal life through strategic laziness and maximum comfort. Now Emma and her friends must save their town from the cutest conquest in galactic history.

"The book started with a simple observation," says Joe Gillis. "Anyone who's owned a cat knows we're already under their control. The leap from 'cats rule our hearts' to 'alien cats attempt formal world domination' felt surprisingly small."

A Fresh Take on Classic Themes

"My Cat Came from Outer Space" combines the laugh-out-loud absurdity of classic B-movie sci-fi with genuine emotional depth, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and chosen family. The story follows Emma and her friends as they navigate friendship loyalty when one of them falls under alien mind control, while Commander Fluffington learns that true leadership comes through understanding rather than force.

The novel's supporting characters—including Jake, the pop-culture-obsessed filmmaker; Madison, the organizationally gifted daughter of the mayor; and Tyler, the quiet sci-fi expert—form an authentic friend group whose bond becomes the key to saving their community and preventing a world-wide cat-astrophe.

"What I love about this story is how it treats both the absurd and the emotional with equal respect," notes Joe Gillis. "The alien cats' weakness to laser pointers gets the same careful attention as Emma's struggle with autonomy and belonging."

Universal Appeal with Unique Premise

Early readers have praised the book's balance of science fiction adventure with real emotional stakes. "This is a really great little story! I do recommend!" says an early reader. "It is so spot on about cats & their characters, brilliant, it had me smiling & chuckling through most of the story."

Perfect Timing for Cat-Loving Audiences

With cats dominating internet culture and middle-grade readers hungry for fresh sci-fi adventures, "My Cat Came from Outer Space" arrives at the perfect moment. The novel's themes of recognizing manipulation and choosing your own family resonate strongly with contemporary young readers.

Availability

The highly anticipated book is set for release on June 13, 2025, and will be accessible in both print and audiobook formats via major bookstores, independent retailers, and online platforms. Readers can also purchase the ebook on Amazon or enjoy it for free through Kindle Unlimited. The 128-page novel is recommended for readers ages 8-12, with crossover appeal for middle school students and cat-loving adults.

My Cat Came from Outer Space