Best of
Cats

2004

Chi's Sweet Home, Volume 1


Kanata Konami - 2004
    When we found Chi it was clear to us she was completely distraught as she longed for the warmth and protection of her mother. Feeling sympathy for the little furball, we quietly whisked her away inviting her into our small apartment home... where pets are strictly not permitted. While we dread parting with her, there is no way she can stay.Little Chi is a happy and healthy litter-box trained kitten. And while she can be a little bit of a handful, she has been a great source of joy in our lives and a wonderful companion to our young son. Living with Chi has completely changed our lives, and we are sure she will have the same impact with whomever gives her a good home.

101 Cataclysms: For the Love of Cats


Rachael Hale - 2004
    Rachael Hale's signature style catches the eye of everyone who comes across it. Featuring 101 color photographs of Chihuahuas, Great Danes, and everything in between, 101 SALIVATIONS presents dogs in all sorts of wonderful poses that bring out their most endearing characteristics. Rachael's secret to capturing a dog's soul is to focus on his eyes-whether they are wide and shining, or heavy-lidded, in the throes of slumber. Within this book we can see the soul of our own best buddies staring back at us. The book is peppered with humorous and touching quotations from well-known authors such as A.A. Milne and Fran Lebowitz. Following in the paw prints of 101 SALIVATIONS, Rachael Hale's 101 CATACLYSMS is a charming and playful tribute to the world's most popular pet. This collection features 101 images of magnificent felines. Hale's special rapport with animals has allowed her to capture the essence of her subjects. You will see it in the bald-faced cheekiness of Hilander, the sphinx; in the sassiness of Puffy, the Persian ball of fluff; and in the playfulness of Yabba Dabba Doo, the British shorthair. 101 CATACLYSMS also contains quotations from well-known personalities-such as James Herriot's ``Cats are the connoisseurs of comfort''-that will tickle the reader as they peruse this gem of a book.

Toes


Tor Seidler - 2004
    The other kittens, fearing his condition might be contagious, refuse to play with him. So one night, a lonely Toes runs away. He takes refuge in a strange basement, where a struggling musician named Sebastian eventually finds him. As he grapples with his own insecurities as a violinist, Sebastian learns from Toes that the most beautiful duet can be the one made by true friendship.National Book Award finalist Tor Seidler once again introduces an endearing animal who will live in readers' hearts forever.

The Baroque Bohemian Cats' Tarot


Karen Mahony - 2004
    All sorts of incidents take place, and each card seems to carry a whole story within it. The lively and engaging companion book discusses the backgrounds and meanings of each image, with simple instructions on how to read the deck - reading with "reversals" is included, and as well as popular spreads, a challenging new spread "The Cat's Tale" is described. There is also a charming and enlightening section on the cats' interpretations of the cards. This may be the most "readable" cat tarot ever. It is certainly one of the most lavishly and lovingly illustrated. A must for anyone who loves costumes, castles or cats - not to mention tarot! Note: Deck is also available separately, packaged with informative booklet.

Paw Tracks in the Moonlight


Denis O'Connor - 2004
    Against all odds the kitten - who he names Toby Jug - survives and forms an unusually strong bond with his rescuer. Set against the rural splendour of Northumberland, "Paw Tracks in the Moonlight" charmingly chronicles the adventures of one man and his Maine Coone cat. From an invasion of bees at Owl Cottage to the case of the disappearing tomatoes, life with Toby Jug - who believes himself to be human - is never dull. Nevertheless, it is only when Denis and Toby Jug embark on a summer camping trip on horseback in the Cheviot Hills that a new world opens up for them both.Cover illustration: Richard Morris

Furry Logic


Jane Seabrook - 2004
    Exquisitely detailed watercolor paintings depicting animals caught up in the joy and drudgery of life are paired with old adages given a new spin for our times. Tender thoughts such as “Smile first thing in the morning—get it over with,” “If you don't agree with me—it means you haven't been listening,” and “You'll always be my best friend—you know too much” go a long way toward banishing the blahs and shaking off the blues. Designer and illustrator Jane Seabrook's 40 universally appealing paintings of birds, bears, penguins, chipmunks, frogs, baboons, and more are rendered in delicate and biologically accurate detail using a tiny sable brush with a single hair at its tip. In the spirit of international best-seller The Blue Day Book, FURRY LOGIC speaks to the human condition in a way we can all relate to and feel good about.A humorous collection of quotes and drawings that turns life's little challenges into opportunities for laughter.An ideal gift for Mother's or Father's Day, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, or for no reason at all.

Angel Cats: Divine Messengers of Comfort


Allen Anderson - 2004
    Angel Cats, inspired by a contest authors Allen and Linda Anderson ran to find the "Best Angel Cat" story, shows the often extraordinary ways in which these fascinating creatures have responded to human need. Stories feature Paprika, the kitten that may have saved a little Hungarian girl from Russian soldiers; the cat who helped a woman make friends in a hostile workplace; the cats who acted as "pacemakers" for a sleeping woman with undiagnosed heart problems; and many more. Interwoven with the stories are brief meditations as well as fun facts about cats, such as that cats purr at the same frequency that increases bone density and strengthens and heals fractures. An "Ask Cuddles" section answers frequently asked questions about the fabulous feline.

Kitten's First Full Moon


Kevin Henkes - 2004
    It is Kitten's first full moon, and when she sees it she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. And she wants it. Does she get it? Well, no . . . and yes. What a night!A brief text, large type, and luminescent pictures play second fiddle to the star of this classic picture book—brave, sweet and lucky Kitten! "Henkes's text, reminiscent of Margaret Wise Brown's work in the elemental words, rhythms, and appealing sounds, tells a warm, humorous story that's beautifully extended in his shimmering, gray-toned artwork."—ALA BooklistWinner of the Caldecott Medal, an ALA Notable Book, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book, and winner of the Charlotte Zolotow AwardSupports the Common Core State Standards

Chicken Soup for the Soul Celebrates Cats: And the People Who Love Them


Jack Canfield - 2004
    It reminds us of the unique idiosyncrasies that keep us in their thrall: their independence and their affection, their mystique, their playfulness and, yes, even their disdain.Deep down, all cat lovers know that the animals they love are great big lions in disguise. This romantic notion is captured in the photographs, stories, poems and witticisms that grace these pages.

ABC Cat


Connie Sharar - 2004
    Bold and bright and always hilarious, this alphabet book is the purr-fect choice!

Sebastian Explores


Vanessa Julian-Ottie - 2004
    “Wait for me,” he calls, and he is off on another adventure. This is a collection of further adventures with Sebastian and features peek-a-boo holes in the pages that show children tantalizing hints of each adventure to come.Vanessa Julian-Ottie is the author/illustrator of many books for children and the creator of the famed Butterfly Fairies collectables.

Breed Predispositions to Disease in Dogs and Cats


Alex Gough - 2004
    It features information on breed-related diseases.

Medieval Cat Tarot


Lawrence Teng - 2004
    This ornate deck seeks to bridge the gap between past and present by blending classical and contemporary ideologies along with artistic styles. Includes booklet of instructions.

Stories of Cats and the Lives They Touch


Peggy Schaefer - 2004
    Some are touching, some are humorous, and some are bittersweet. But all touch the hearts of cat owners and cat lovers alike.

Hello Kitty Loves School!


Elizabeth Smith - 2004
    In this enjoyable addition to the popular best-selling series, Hello Kitty shows us why she loves school! To showcase their special talents, Hello Kitty and friends will put on a talent show at school. Cathy, Joey and Fifi show friends and family their favorite hobbies-from poetry and gymnastics to chemistry. What surprise will Hello Kitty bring to the talent show? It's easy to see that the activities to do at school are endless. Perfect for back-to-school or Valentine's Day, this is a book that makes going to school exciting!

The Kitty Cat Alphabet Book


Andrea Burris - 2004
    Vivid color illustrations and clever rhyming verses take you through the alphabet while showing the charming and funny side of our feline friends.

Rainbow Bridge, a True Story about Rescue Cats


Susan Cilyk - 2004
    When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing: they miss someone very special to them who they have left behind.' When Susan Cilyk finally reaches Rainbow Bridge to be reunited with her four-legged friends, what a welcome she'll receive from the menagerie of cats who've shared her life! For fifteen years Susan has opened her home (and heart) to a procession of felines: from the elusive Katy to the coffee-loving Twinkle, from Thomas with his cauliflower ears to Posey with her plastic string 'comfort blanket', they are all here, recalled with astonishing clarity and humour; gone from Susan's life, but never from her heart.

Purrrfect Scottish Cats


Alison Mary Fitt - 2004
    Rabbie Burmese, could often be heard mewing his poems on the garden fence after a late night out with the alley cats. Or that her dislike of water made Fluffy Macdonald's bonny boat trip to Skye even more impressive. For that matter, has anyone really given Whiskers Wallace his due for being the first to utter, Cry furdom!? Here, twenty of the country's most beloved icons are transformed into cats in what has to be the most surreal and hilarious Scottish book this season.

Way of the Cat: Nap, Do Nothing and Stretch Your Way to a Blissful Life


Dana Kramer-Rolls - 2004
    Iggy, Isabel, and Inky are three cats that have shown author Dana KramerRolls how to get in touch with her inner catand discover the secrets of a blissful life, which include:Stretching all over is one of life's pure and simple pleasures.Doing nothing well is a feline art form anyone can practice.We can all just get along when we live together well.KramerRolls's philosophy is simple: By "being as simple and direct as our cats, we can achieve a 'higher' or at least more natural and lessstressed state. Get involved with your cats. Their wisdom is now open to you, and you can learn everything they have to teach."The funny and surprising Way of the Cat guides readers through the days and lives of KramerRolls's cats and teaches them the ways of feline wisdom:Learn to move silently and sleep deeply, as long as necessary.Exercise by doing the "crescent moon stretch" and indulge in the fun of rolling around on the floor.Practice feline empathyand find out how to heal the world.Celebrate bliss.The Way of the Cat is packed with fun tips, exercises, cat stories, and food for thoughtall drawn from the blissful lives cats lead every day.

Happy Cat Day: A Manifesto for an Official Cat Holiday


Stuart E. Hample - 2004
    Cats and their people have had enough, constantly hearing about the greatness and superiority of dogs. In this book, best-selling author Stu Hample uses his pen as a sword to argue for Happy Cat Day, a national holiday that will finally give cats the full recognition and acceptance as America's number one pet. His hilarious text is matched with equally-funny hand- colored cartoon drawings designed to make cat people everywhere stand up and fight for their felines.

French Kitty in Oui, Oui, Waikiki


Mighty Fine Inc. - 2004
    Fabulously stylish French Kitty is back in a new adventure - this time, she travels to exotic Hawaii for a wedding, some shopping, and, of course, romance.

Sabrina the Teenage Witch #58


Tania del Rio - 2004
    Hot new comic talent Tania Del Rio puts a new twist on the teenage witch! When fellow witch Shinji decides to do a charm school project on how mortals can live without magic, he winds up an exchange student at Sabrina's high school! Before too long, there's a new "love triangle" in Archie Comics - this time, between Sabrina, Harvey, and Shinji! Using the "shojo" style of "manga" (Japanese romance comics) to tell her tale, Tania introduces a thrilling new world of romance and realtionships to Sabrina's life! Don't miss thie landmark issue!

Cats: They Drive Us Crazy!


Helen Exley - 2004
    What is it about cats? Why are they so infuriating? Do they think they own the place? Are we really here to serve them? Curl up in laughter with your cat as this fun giftbook confirms what you've always suspected - they own us!

Persian Cats


Ulrike Müller - 2004
    All books are heavily illustrated with color photos and instructive line art. This title focuses on Persian cats, a breed distinguished by its long, soft, silky coat, which can be found in many different colors. Most Persians are placid and gentle, but their heavy coats make daily grooming a virtual necessity.