Best of
Cats

2012

Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons


Eric Litwin - 2012
    An award-winning and bestselling Pete the Cat hardcover picture book!Count down with Pete in this rocking story that makes counting fun! Pete the Cat is wearing his favorite shirt—the one with the four totally groovy buttons.But when one falls off, does Pete cry? Goodness, no! He just keeps on singing his song—after all, what could be groovier than three groovy buttons? The winner of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Award.The fun never stops—download the free groovin’ song!

Hollyleaf's Story


Erin Hunter - 2012
    But her adventure was only beginning . . . Lost and lonely, Hollyleaf soon meets a mysterious cat named Fallen Leaves, who teaches her how to live in the tunnels. Hollyleaf tries to be happy, but she can't help wondering if leaving her Clanmates was the right choice. Hollyleaf knows she's a ThunderClan cat at heart, but can she ever truly go back?

The Travelling Cat Chronicles


Hiro Arikawa - 2012
    He is not sure where he's going or why, but it means that he gets to sit in the front seat of a silver van with his beloved owner, Satoru. Side by side, they cruise around Japan through the changing seasons, visiting Satoru's old friends. He meets Yoshimine, the brusque and unsentimental farmer for whom cats are just ratters; Sugi and Chikako, the warm-hearted couple who run a pet-friendly B&B; and Kosuke, the mournful husband whose cat-loving wife has just left him. There's even a very special dog who forces Nana to reassess his disdain for the canine species. But what is the purpose of this road trip? And why is everyone so interested in Nana? Nana does not know and Satoru won't say. But when Nana finally works it out, his small heart will break...

Pete the Cat Saves Christmas


Eric Litwin - 2012
    Spend the holidays with your favorite blue cat! In this rockin' spin on the traditional tale The Night Before Christmas, Pete the Cat proves that giving your all in the spirit of Christmas is the totally groovy thing to do.

The Dalai Lama's Cat


David Michie - 2012
    Why should His Holiness not have a cat?‘If only she could speak,’ continued the actress. ‘I’m sure she’d have such wisdom to share.’And so the seed was planted . . . I began to think that perhaps the time had come for me to write a book of my own—a book that would convey some of the wisdom I’ve learned sitting not at the feet of the Dalai Lama but even closer, on his lap. A book that would tell my own tale . . . how I was rescued from a fate too grisly to contemplate to become the constant companion of a man who is not only one of the world’s greatest spiritual leaders and a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate but also a dab hand with a can opener.” Starving and pitiful, a mud-smeared kitten is rescued from the slums of New Delhi and transported to a life she could have never imagined. In a beautiful sanctuary overlooking the snow-capped Himalayas, she begins her new life as the Dalai Lama’s cat.Warmhearted, irreverent, and wise, this cat of many names opens a window to the inner sanctum of life in Dharamsala. A tiny spy observing the constant flow of private meetings between His Holiness and everyone from Hollywood celebrities to philanthropists to self-help authors, the Dalai Lama’s cat provides us with insights on how to find happiness and meaning in a busy, materialistic world. Her story will put a smile on the face of anyone who has been blessed by the kneading paws and bountiful purring of a cat.

Soul Comfort for Cat Lovers: Coping Wisdom for Heart and Soul After the Loss of a Beloved Feline


Liz Eastwood - 2012
    Reading this book is like talking to a friend who knows you almost better than you know yourself...it doesn't stop at just helping you through the grief...it will help you find an even deeper connection to your lost loved ones." - Ingrid King, ConsciousCat.net, author of Buckley's Story and Purrs of Wisdom If the loss of a feline friend has hit you particularly hard, know you are not alone.In Soul Comfort for Cat Lovers, you will find validation, coping insights, and practical wisdom conveyed with spiritual warmth.Liz Eastwood, CNC weaves her own experiences with advice from grief experts and stories from cat lovers to help you:process your feelings and recognize them as normal create something positive out of the energy of grief cultivate a continued sense of connection to your cat deal with inconvenient grief strengthen your natural coping chemistry This book also explores evidence of the most soulful of soul comforts: the possibility of the continuation of your loved one's spirit-and your connection to that spirit-after death. This topic is discussed from a perspective of open-minded curiosity, without bringing in any particular dogma or religion.Asserting that you can live wholeheartedly after loss, and that your feline friend would want nothing less for you, Soul Comfort for Cat Lovers is a compassionate handbook for your grief-healing journey.

Bad Kitty Boxed Set #1


Nick Bruel - 2012
    . . take a bath. But she absolutely, positively doesn’t want to! Young readers will be cracking up at the antics that ensue, and at the lively line art of frantic, bad Bad Kitty as she desperately, at times crazily, tries NOT to take a bath.  In Happy Birthday, Bad Kitty, Bad Kitty is back again and badder than ever. But it’s party time now, and a new cast of kitties is coming over to celebrate in her second illustrated novel for young readers.  And lastly, in Bad Kitty vs Uncle Murray, Bad Kitty’s antics continue as she prepares for a battle royale when Uncle Murray steps into the role of petsitter. But wait, there’s more! Included in the boxed set is a full size poster featuring the cover of Bad Kitty for President. So put your paws up and vote!

Shipscat Collection


Mercedes Lackey - 2012
    Of course, given that he's working with cats, there is frequently the question of who is "handling" whom.

Claws


Mike Grinti - 2012
    Her parents have spent all their money looking for her and now the family is living on the edge of an enchanted slum-forest nearby. But then along comes a smooth-talking cat called Jack - with a plan for how Emma can reunite her family.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: I Can't Believe My Cat Did That!: 101 Stories about the Crazy Antics of Our Feline Friends


Jack Canfield - 2012
    What a great gift for cat lovers.What has that cat done now? You’ll see your own cat in this entertaining collection of stories about the incredible things that cats do. From cats that save lives to cats with nine lives—from cats that diagnose cancer to cats that care for the sick—from escape artists to cats that find their way home from miles away—you won’t believe what you’re reading. You’ll see your own cat with new eyes after reading these true stories about: cats with an uncanny understanding of spoken language cats with amazing intuition and empathy cats that act like people... or like dogs cats that outsmart their humans cats that care for other animals... and have their own pets cats performing acts of heroism and saving lives cats that play tricks and have a sense of humor

Funny Cat: An "I Love Reading" Level 1 Sight Word Reader


Cindy Bracken - 2012
    This level one reader uses words directly from the Dolch Pre-primer Word List. Perfect for shared reading or those just beginning to read alone. By bestselling author Cindy Bracken.

Garfield Fat-Cat 3-Pack, Volume 7


Jim Davis - 2012
    Deep down, Garfield knows he needs Jon. Who else is going to pay the pizza delivery guy?Kick back, relax, and join the fat cat for an extra-large laughfest of hilarious high jinks!The GARFIELD FAT CAT 3-PACK series collects the GARFIELD comic-strip compilation books in a new, full-color format. Garfield may have gone through a few changes, but one thing has stayed the same: his enormous appetite for food and fun. So enjoy some supersized laughs with the insatiable cat, because too much fun is never enough!

I am Cat


Jackie Morris - 2012
    . .of being a tiger, flame cat of the forest; a cheetah - fast as the wind on the African plains; a lion, lounging through the heat of the day, tangled in sunshine on the African savannah; a jaguar, perfectly camouflaged deep in the jungle. And the cat dreams of being a lynx, a puma, a snow leopard, a Scottish wild cat, an Asian fishing cat, and the rare Amur leopard. Finally Cat wakes, a domestic cat again, telling his dreams to the child who is stroking him.Ten wild habitats, ten wild cats and one domestic cat are dramatically and beautifully illustrated in this unique celebration of the cat.

Tailpieces


Deric Longden - 2012
    Broadcaster and speaker, he has written many widely-acclaimed books The Cat Who Came in From the Cold, I’m a Stranger Here Myself, Enough to Make a Cat Laugh, A Play On Words and Paws In the Proceedings. Each demonstrate his unique blend of humour, observation and his fun and adventures with his various adoptive cats. Tailpieces is a special personal collection of his favourite short stories and articles on cats.Diana’s Story, published in 1989, some years after his wife Diana's death, was a bestseller. The book hit the Sunday Times best seller list straight away and won the NCR book award. It was followed by Lost for Words. They were adapted for television, the first under the title Wide-Eyed and Legless, and an adaptation of Lost for Words. Both were nominated for multiple BAFTAs and Lost For Words, screened in January 1999 and repeated in 2012 after the death of Pete Postlethwaite, attracted an audience of more than 12 million viewers and won the Emmy for best foreign drama and a BAFTA for Thora Hird as best actress.

Kitty & Dino


Sara Richard - 2012
    But after a few weeks of showing the new baby the ropes, a bond forms between kitty and dino that transcends species. Featuring the unique, unforgettable artwork of Sara Richard!

Friendly Fire


Nathan J. Winograd - 2012
    shelters, and that national animal protection organizations such as the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) defend these shelters and thwart efforts at reform, the first and the most logical question they ask is: Why? Why are organizations which are supposed to protect animals the biggest defenders of the very shelters that systematically abuse and kill them? Exploring the historical, sociological and financial motivations behind the unlikely support these shelters receive from HSUS, the ASPCA and PETA, among others, Friendly Fire answers this confounding question while telling the stories of animals who have become catalysts for change: Oreo, Ace, Patrick, Kapone, Zephyr, Hope, Scruffy, Murray and many others. Contains graphic images. Full color. There is also a black and white edition.

A Cat's Life


Gemma Correll - 2012
    Worshipped since ancient times, cats are fickle, capricious and fiendishly clever. Oh, did we mention "vain," "elegant" and "charming"? Life has got to be on their terms or not at all. These willful creatures are masters of our homes, our wallets--and our hearts. By treating us with casual indifference our feline taskmasters keep us in our rightful place. We're just here because someone has to buy the catnip and pay the astronomical heating bills. Call a dog, he'll come running. Call a cat, he'll probably take a message and get back to you later. There's so much we can learn from our feline friends.

A Shtinky Little Christmas


Patrick McDonnell - 2012
    Shtinky is a tiger-striped trash-can forager, frequent purrer, and lover of shpagetti, potpie, and shpagetti.As Christmas approaches, Shtinky Puddin grows ever more homesick and decides to depart the comfort and safety of Earl and Mooch&'s protection in hopes of finding home. With uncommunicative snowmen and zero luck, Shtinky Puddin gets lost in a blizzard, only to be found by Earl and Mooch, who then get lost themselves. Just in the Nick of time, a jolly rotund, red suit-wearing, white-bearded human approaches and delivers the traveling trio straight to their people's doorstep, only to learn that Shtinky Puddin's peoples have come to claim their lost tiger-striped kitty named Jules.With caviar rewards, Christmas naps, and New Year's resolutions to do less, this emotive Mutts gift book reminds us that there is indeed a reason for the season with themes of friendship, thankfulness, family, home, and hearth.

The Last Dance


Lonna Enox - 2012
    But within a few days she finds herself entangled in two murders, the object of harassment, and the number one suspect of a murder. Will her past terrors destroy her future dreams? Amid the evolving conflicts, she resolves to reconstruct her new life and find happiness. Detective Chris Reed is equally resolved to solve the murders as well as Sorrel’s secrets. Neither of them suspect where the steps of this dance will lead, but they are too stubborn to sit this one out.

The Life and Love of Cats


Lewis Blackwell - 2012
    Starting with the earliest records of domestic cats 9,000 years ago in Africa and the Mediterranean and moving to the present, Lewis Blackwell weaves stories of one of humankind’s closest companions with a collection of more than 100 unforgettable images.Praise for The Life and Love of Cats: “Fabulous felines.” —People“As good as Blackwell's text is (and it's quite good—an approachable, informative, and appreciative study of cats of all breeds), the true appeal of the book is the stunning images.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “Filled with gorgeous color photos of domestic and wild felines: Russian blues, Siamese, lions, leopards, Bengal tigers and more.” —BookPage“A global tour of one of the world’s most popular animals.” —The Charlotte Observer “This is a gorgeous coffee table book” —dooce

Mat and Sam (An I Love Reading Level 1 Reader)


Cindy Bracken - 2012
    Watch as they get a bath, look for food, and more in this level one book for those just beginning to read.Cute photo illustrations of Mat and Sam along with bold, simple text will engage your beginning reader. The easy sentences were written with early readers in mind.Focus words include Mat, Sam, sit, this, is, cat, dog, a, are, up, down, friends, hats, look, want, can, his.About The AuthorCindy Bracken is a former Kindergarten teacher and elementary school librarian who worked with children for many years. She holds a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and a master's degree in library science. Her two young children provide the inspiration for her books.

Atticus Claw Breaks the Law


Jennifer Gray - 2012
    He's a tabby who spells trouble. And he's been hired by the fiendish Jimmy Magpie to steal all the jewels in Littleton-on-Sea.Atticus needs a temporary home - preferably one with lots of sardines provided. But when he adopts Inspector Cheddar and his family, Atticus starts to wonder, is a life of crime really for him?

Molly Marbles


Joan Vincent - 2012
    Lauren, a young British girl visiting her grandparents in New England, rescues the cat. She is heartbroken when she cannot bring her new friend back with her to England. What happens next proves that indeed sometimes dreams do come true, ensuring a cherished place for Molly Marbles in the hearts of readers and cat lovers everywhere!

Cats in Ukiyo-E. Japanese Woodblock prints of Utagawa Kuniyoshi


Nobuhisa Kaneko - 2012
    The book is both in English and Japanese and have a lot of figures.

Lion (Eye on the Wild)


Suzi Eszterhas - 2012
    The story of a lion, from birth to adulthood, photographed on location in the wild by an award-winning American photographer, who specialises in work with newborn animals.The text will show all the aspects of the animal's life in the wild, accompanied by close-up pictures of the family group in its natural habitat.A spread at the back of the book will give further conservation information, including useful websites.

Purrs of Wisdom


Ingrid King - 2012
    From help with every day challenges to inspiration on living a joyful life, this compilation provides guidance, inspiration and enlightenment, feline style. Whether it’s creating balance, navigating turbulent times, or finding the magic in life’s ordinary moments, there’s something for everyone in this book. Chapters include: •The Healing Power of the Purr •Making Time for Contemplation •Routine as the Key to Happiness •Purging Can Make You Purr •Healthy Cats, Healthy Human The stories may remind you of lessons your own cats have taught you, provide “aha” moments, or simply make you smile. These essays are best enjoyed with a cat curled up on your lap. PRAISE FOR Purrs of Wisdom “Purrs of Wisdom, by Ingrid King, is a treat for anyone who is enchanted by all things feline! The book is an exploration of lessons on living a joyful and inspired life, learned from the many magical cats who have shared the author’s journey. I found gifts on every page, but the section titled Lessons from a Maple Tree especially touched my heart. The author talks about taking time out of her busy day to soak up the tree’s magnificent colors when the leaves change in the fall. “Doing nothing without feeling guilty” is a lesson she learned from her cats. Ingrid’s words were a gentle reminder to this fast-paced former New Yorker to look to my own kitties for guidance when my world seems to be spinning a bit too quickly. Purrs of Wisdom is sure to be a treasured addition to any cat lover’s library!” - Christine Davis, Author of For Every Cat An Angel and Forever Paws *** “Reading this collection of feline-inspired essays and life lessons gave me several AHA! moments. Purrs of Wisdom is a refreshing read that packs a deceptively powerful punch and provides helpful recipes for finding your bliss. Ingrid King writes with compassion for those who struggle along as “life happens.” The gifted writer offers nearly poetic insight how to manage the angst, as well as to recognize the “why” behind such things. You’ll want to savor each individual chapter and purr-haps bookmark and revisit those that strike a personal chord. And of course, read aloud to your favorite feline companion!” - Amy Shojai, best selling author of more than two-dozen pet books *** “Purrs of Wisdom is the perfect book for anyone who loves cats – and has an interest in living life to the fullest, with a positive and peaceful outlook – just like a cat does! It spoke to me on several levels and is sure to become a well-thumbed volume as I continue on my life’s journey.” - Ann Brightman, Managing Editor, Animal Wellness Magazine *** “In this guide to living spiritually and creatively in a world that isn’t always quite comfortable with either quality, King, a keenly intuitive writer, draws upon the lessons she has learned from her beloved feline friends, weaving them deftly together with her own experiences. ” - T.J. Banks, Author of Sketch People: Stories Along the Way and Catsong

The Litter Box of Life


Charles Underwood - 2012
    Everyone knows about the Crazy Cat Lady, but The Litter Box of Life: Scoops, Piles and Clumps of Wisdom from a Crazy Cat Guy lets you see that you don't have to be a lady to be crazy about cats.This is a compilation of stories that describes a wild journey involving more than one hundred cats over a span of forty years. Readers will discover how a Crazy Cat Guy reacts when he awakens one morning to find the cats are in the furnace, what happens when one slips out the door and the Cat Guy ain't dressed, and the seven words that guarantee Cat Guy will always be single. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll wonder why, but through it all you'll know--the Crazy Cat Guy loves his cats, and every day it shows. So finish sharpening your claws, settle back on the couch and enter the adventurous and sometimes risky world of a Crazy Cat Guy!

The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Cats, Cat Breeds & Cat Care


Alan Edwards - 2012
    Fascinating descriptions of each breed include essential information on grooming needs, as well as insights into each breed's typical character and temperament.

Little Bo in London


Julie Andrews Edwards - 2012
    They have traveled from England to France, sailed with the crew of the motor yacht "Legend" to Italy, and now are enjoying a leisurely cruise through the Mediterranean. But a scuffle with pirates cuts their journey short and calls for the heroic efforts of Bo and Billy. Then a change of course means a triumphant return to England--and Little Bo's most amazing adventure yetWith remarkable courage and the sweetest, deepest friendships, Little Bo's exciting journey brings her home again and offers a thrilling conclusion to her globe-trotting adventures.

The Complete Keeper Chronicles


Tanya Huff - 2012
    This modern urban fantasy trilogy takes Keeper Claire (a Guardian of Earth), her talking cat Austin (who always knows best), hunky handyman Dean (who refuses to remain a Bystander) and Claire's meddling younger sister Diana from a B&B where Hell has a portal in the basement and the clientele is out of this world...to an assignment where they must ride herd on an angel and a devil who have manifested in the mortal world as fully endowed teenagers who don't have a clue how to deal with their raging hormones and conflicting needs to do good and evil...to a shopping mall where Darkness is trying to stage a takeover from the Otherside....

Sonata for Piano and Armpit (9 Chickweed Lane #2)


Brooke McEldowney - 2012
    This is the compilation of the daily cartoon "9 Chickweed Lane" for its second year of syndication (1994-1995)

Shelve Under C: A Tale of Used Books and Cats


Jenny Kalahar - 2012
    Here is a novel all about one bookshop and its resident cats, Stomper and Buglit; and about Kris, a 12-year-old boy who apprentices in the shop. Kris is a little bit like the cats: he’s a foster child getting used to a new family, and the cats are in the bookshop being fostered for the local shelter. Stomper and Buglit are a little bit like Kris: they get into trouble, have some wild adventures, and find out just what family really means. This is the first book in the Turning Pages series of used bookshop novels.Unlike some novels that have a used bookshop setting, Shelve Under C has the shop, its owners, its apprentice, its customers and, especially, its cats as the beating heart of this fuzzy beast. Come inside and breathe in the wonderful book smells of leather and paper and cloth. Pet the resident foster cats (and maybe take one home!). Sit near the sunny windows on one of the comfy chairs to read all afternoon. Or flip through the new arrivals and rare books and browse all of the books, old and new, in the loads of bookcases in No Page Unturned's several packed rooms.The main stars of this book are Stomper and Buglit. That's what they would tell you, anyway. Stomps is a grump, but he may have a tender middle. Bug is new to the bookshop. She misses her former owner, but Mrs. O'Malley is making her life less lonesome and Buglit, in return, is becoming very important to the bookshop owners in some funny and surprising ways. Kris is trying hard to fit into his new foster family, but even after several months he still feels like an outsider. He becomes an apprentice at the bookshop, where he gradually finds a way to fit back into his own world as well as into his foster family's. Shelve Under C is a little bit squishy. It's also funny, with hints of rockabilly, wild storms, doggy bucking broncos, catnip capers, near-deadly chicken salad sandwiches, and . . . books! No need to knock -- the door is open, so come on in, grab something to read, and get comfy on the big, red sofa.

Hamish McHamish of St Andrews: Cool Cat About Town


Susan McMullan - 2012
    He has roamed around the heart of the world-famous town of St Andrews for the last 13 years, adored by locals, students and tourists from all over the world and now has more than 2,500 Facebook friends. This is the irresistible story of Hamish McHamish, Cool Cat About Town, and reveals just why so many people adore him.Featuring real-life photos of Hamish on his travels, the quirky captions add even more character to this wise old chap. With his impressive white mane, shaggy ginger coat and emerald green eyes, Hamish is a wonderfully intelligent feline who uses zebra crossings, visits his favourite shops and has friends throughout the town. Join Hamish as he takes you round some of his favourite haunts and St Andrews’ most famous places.Hamish McHamish is the perfect tribute to the feline king of St Andrews and this book is a must-have for fans of the auld grey toon and cat lovers alike. And once you meet Hamish McHamish, you’ll never forget him.

I Love Cats (A Wonderful Childrens Picture Book With Over 70 Photos Of Funny Cats: Perfect For Bedtime Stories)


Anna Blake - 2012
    I Love Cats was created for kids who love cats and delight in looking at cute and funny cat pictures.This wonderful picture book for Kindle features over 70 full-color, adorable cats in funny situations and will guaranteed bring a smile on your children's face before they go to sleep.

Finding Gossamyr, Chapter #2


David A. Rodriguez - 2012
    Dangerous creatures are on the hunt and the stranded siblings will have to count on new friends if they hope to survive in this new world.

Out Whom Shall We Gross? (9 Chickweed Lane #1)


Brooke McEldowney - 2012
    This is the compendium of the "9 Chickweed Lane" daily cartoon for its first year of syndication (1993-1994).

Taming Me: Memoir of a Clever Island Cat


Cathy Unruh - 2012
    When she is captured by humans and taken from her mother, Lucy Miracle's rags-to-riches adventure begins. In this epic tale told by Lucy herself, you will feel her terror when she is trapped in a cage. See through her eyes as she is nursed back to health from the brink of death, and share her joy as she accepts the love of her human family. Will Lucy ever see her mother again? Can she and her human friends stop the man who wants to murder every cat on the island? If she decides to live in a house with humans, will she miss the freedom of the wild? Experience life as a feral cat in Taming Me.

The Day my Puberty Detonated


Brooke McEldowney - 2012
    

Vinny & Violet, The Unwanted Kittens


Maranda Russell - 2012
    One of the kittens is extremely ill, so when the kittens are found by a little girl named Ashley, it soon becomes a life or death situation. This short story is perfect for animal lovers ages 7-11. Not only will the story warm your heart, but it also teaches an important lesson about empathy and proper animal care. This story can be read aloud or enjoyed by independent readers.

What Cats Should Eat: How to Keep Your Cat Healthy with Good Food


Jean Hofve - 2012
    And, of course, you want to keep your cat healthy for as long as possible. The one thing you can do that will make the most difference in your cat's health is to feed a wholesome, high quality diet. But with hundreds of brands and flavors of cat food on the shelves of grocery and pet supply stores, and contradictory information all over the Internet, how do you know which food is right for your cat? Many serious feline health problems have a dietary component. Some are directly caused by diet, and all are affected by it. These medical problems can damage your cat's quality of life, as well as your wallet, since many of them, such as diabetes and kidney disease, are expensive to diagnose and to treat, and are very dangerous for your cat. 1 Learn how to read a cat food label. Find out which ingredients to look for, which ones to avoid, and how certain unappetizing animal 'parts' can be disguised in cat food.2. Discover how pet food companies manipulate the labels and advertising to fool you into thinking their food is best--when it may be one of the worst!3. Dry, canned, semi-moist, homemade, or raw? There are advantages and disadvantages to every diet; some are safe and some are not! Find out which of these is best for your cat!4. Get the complete list of "Dr. Jean's Approved Brands". You don't have to spend hours reading labels; it's been done for you! Get the benefits of Dr. Jean's extensive research and find out, once and for all, which brands pass her strict standards (and which don't) and where to buy them!5. Find out what supplements your cat needs. There are hundreds of supplements out there. But don't waste your money ... there are only three supplements that every cat needs!6. How to get your cat to switch foods. It can be a frustrating process...until you know these tips and precautions.7. Many new additions, enhancements, and updates in this September 2012 edition!

The Tales of Astro Cat


Davis Horner - 2012
    From the patriarch, U Phat Khat of the medieval Kingdom of Siam, through to the present day, this remarkable line of lynx point Siamese cats continually become entwined in the lives and careers of many of the great natural philosophers and scientists, both men and women, of the past 700 years, including Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, and Halley, up to the legendary figures of the twentieth century. Notable felines like Unity the Gravity Cat, Simon the Comet Cat, Alabaster Pericles – famed for A Trip to the Moon – and Perseus, also known as Schrodinger’s Cat, leap from these pages and take the reader on their amazing and sometimes strange adventures.These cats, though not lacking in intelligence or curiosity, could not have made the contributions they did without the help of a certain conical shaped hat. Called the Purple Cone by some, its origins date back to antiquity – to Alexandria during the time of the astronomer Hypatia. This hat is handed down through generations of cats and endows its wearer with some unexpected virtues and powers.

Bonk!: A Mutts Treasury


Patrick McDonnell - 2012
    It strikes a delicate balance between joy and fun and responsible social commentary. Mutts has been recognized for its distinctive style, heartwarming humor, and compassionate advocacy for animal issues.In this 16th chronological collection of Mutts strips, a year's worth of color Sunday strips and black-and-white daily strips are included, along with pop-art splash pages that highlight McDonnell’s imaginative artwork and distinctive style.

Duncan, Son of Sagira (Children of Sagira, #1)


E.C. Holley - 2012
    Born into the present age of house cats,Duncan learns that he is one of the last remainingChildren of Sagira. When he must leave his familyfor his new home, Duncan struggles to keep his identity a secret from the resident house cat, Whiski. The two embark on a journey in pursuit of answers, but they find themselves caught in the middle of an ancient battle made dangerous by a mysterious clan of feral cats and a ruthless purebred guard. In the end,the ultimate question Duncan must faceis whether the greatest danger to the ones he lovescomes not from others, but from himself...

Maggie Braves the Waves with Asthma


Mari R. McEowen - 2012
    She will understand how to control and treat her Asthma... This book is ideal for children with Asthma. Bilingual edition includes English and Spanish.

Cats and Cowboys


Ruth J. Hartman - 2012
    A job in a small Texas post office seems far enough away and a good place to start over. Lanna’s through with men, for sure. That is, until a handsome cow-boy strolls in.Jackson Harrington is a cowboy who loves his ranch, but wishes he had someone special to share it with. Lanna gets under his skin in lots of ways, but that's not all. Jackson hates cats!Will they be able to ignore each other and their growing attraction, or will one of them get over being stubborn and give in?

Rita Hayworth, The Father of Relativity


Brooke McEldowney - 2012
    

Toto the Tornado Kitten


Jonathan Hall - 2012
    Toto was a tiny survivor found in a tree in the aftermath of a devastating tornado that swept through Brimfield, Massachusetts on June 1,2011. Toto, who was adopted by Jonathan and his wife, has a story that will undoubtedly leave a smile on your face and warm your heart. 100% of the proceeds from "Toto's" book sales will be donated to the Animal Rescue League of Boston. Without the help of the ARL, Toto and the countless other animals they helped during the Tornado's aftermath would not have survived. The book will appeal to both children and adults alike, and provides a means for parents to discuss the effects of natural disasters on children and their environment.

For the Love of Cats: True Stories of Amazing Cats and the People Who Love Them


Marty Becker - 2012
    For the Love of Cats celebrates this complex bond, revealing, with heart-tugging emotion, how cats transform our lives in both spectacular and subtle ways. For example, BB, a sweet grey kitten, helps a hearing-impaired boy connect with the silent world around him; Queenie, a cat rescued from war-torn Afghanistan, proves that the universal love for an animal can transcend cultures and politics; and Motley, an intuitive feline, helps a grieving mom over three catastrophic losses, showing her that she can find joy again. With chapters on Cats as Teachers and Healers, Furry Family Members, Love and Loss, and Mischief and Mayhem, this is a must-read for all of those people who unabashedly declare themselves "Cat People." It's a fitting tribute to our favorite felines, who--through their snuggles, meows, and playful pats--make the world a better place.

Who Says You Can't Herd Cats?


Faye Hicks - 2012
    Meet Karl (the Joker), Boris (the Gladiator), Miss Winnifred Hardbottle, Buddy (the Little Whittler) and many more.

5 Sight Word Books For Beginning Readers (Volume 3) (I Love Reading)


Cindy Bracken - 2012
    The repetitive text and picture clues will promote early reading confidence.Titles include:Play Time (sight words: she, he, play, plays, with, we)On The Farm (sight words: I, a, see)That's Funny (sight words: a, funny, we, boy, girl, man, woman)Little and Big (sight words: little, big, this, is)What Do Animals Like to Do? (sight words: I, like, to, run, jump, play, eat)

Mat (An I Love Reading Level 1 Reader)


Cindy Bracken - 2012
    In this level one reader, Mat the cat tries on hats, goes outside, does a trick and more.Cute and funny photo illustrations of Mat along with simple, bold text will keep your beginning reader engaged.Focus words include: Mat, cat, this, is, family, a, hat, red, milk, the, bad, his, happy, like, not, play, go, out, do, funny.

Shut Up I Am Delicious: Two Lumps Year 8


Mel Hynes - 2012
    Now in its eighth consecutive year, TWO LUMPS is the internationally acclaimed comic about Ebenezer and Snooch, two cats who do what cats do, including sleeping, eating, being lazy, going on steampunk adventures, making bets on the Super Bowl and many others.

The Cat the Bat and the Burglar


Colin Edward Mason - 2012
    The Cat, the Bat and the Burglar is a beautifully hand illustrated work by writer and artist Colin Edward Mason. He is both the author, calligapher and illustrator of this delightful book. The Cat the Bat and the Burglar draws its inspiration from illuminated manuscripts and Victorian cautionary rhymes to produce an adorable tale in verse that will delight readers of all ages. Now published for the first time on Kindle by the Realm of Photahsiamirabel, Colin hopes you will enjoy this, his first complete illustrated story. The Cat, the Bat and the Burglar is also available from Amazon in US Trade paperback and from Lulu in larger hardback and A4 comic book formats. Please be aware that illustrations are all in full colour on most devices, but some, like the older traditional Kindle and Paperwhite, will only reproduce in black and white/greyscale.

The Smart Guide to Understanding Your Cat


Carolyn Janik - 2012
    Among the topics covered in this multifaceted guide are how to choose the appropriate breed for a particular lifestyle or personality, how create a cat-friendly home, how to raise kittens, and how to make an adopted cat feel at home. Additional sections discuss how to interpret a cat’s body language, what cats should not eat, whether it is possible to tame a feral cat, how to care for an aging or ailing cat, and how to have fun with a cat. Numerous photographs and illustrations—including original illustrations by the author—are scattered throughout the book, making this an informative and visually appealing resource for any reader owned by a cat.

Chocolate Animals


Frances McNaughton - 2012
    Sugarcraft expert Frances McNaughton has designed twenty wonderful chocolate animals in white, dark and milk varieties, so you can make perfect cake toppers for animals lovers and chocoholics everywhere.

Me ayudas gatito


Gissela Messing - 2012
    When she bakes a cake with one of them, the others decide its time to pitch in.

Cats of Magic, Mythology and Mystery


Karl Shuker - 2012
    Surveying an eclectic spectrum of feline anomalies existing both within and far beyond the perimeters of cryptozoology, here are homing cats and demon cats, king cheetahs and woolly cheetahs, ligers and leopons, winged cats and horned cats, belligerent nundas and evanescent marozis, the mythology of the tailless Manx cat and the origins of Lewis Carroll's Cheshire Cat, latter-day sabre-tooths and feline deities from around the world, dream cats, snow cats, and psychic cats, displaced panthers and out-of-place pumas, Janus cats of the double visage and the lost constellation of Felis, marsupial lions and Queensland tigers, green kittens and Runcible Cats, albinistic leopards and melanistic tigers, servalines, cheetalines, aquatic yaquarus, even a cat-headed serpent or two - and much, much else besides.

The Tour Bus of Doom


Elizabeth Ann Scarborough - 2012
    To the beat of eerie drum music, they loot, kidnap, and zombie-fy innocent citizens. Spam the cat, self-appointed feline defender of the town, watches in horror from the rooftops. When the zombies abduct Spam's jeweler friend and take over the nursing home, Spam is certain they are also responsible for the disappearance of his next-door neighbor Mr. Barker, partner of retired police dog, Officer Bubba. Then Marigold, Spam's half sister, reports that her human family, who went missing while on a mission of mercy to earthquake ravaged Haiti, has finally returned home, just long enough to take their valuables. And They. Don't. Even. Recognize. Her.All of that is dire enough, but then the zombies go too far and take over the bodies of the owner and server at Spam's favorite fish'n'chips place. Searching for help from his vampire friend Maddog, Spam meets a new cat in town, the sinuous Havana Brown Erzullie, who arrived with the zombies. Aided (sort of) by her, Renfrew the raccoon, the urban deer cat taxi service, Rocky the vampcat, and his half-siblings Marigold and Mat, the heroic feline must investigate, before the zombie apocalyps-o destroys not only his town, but his home and his beloved Darcy.Just when he thinks he may have the situation well in paw, the zombie hunters from Seattle arrive, responding to a bounty on the heads of the zombies. What they don't realize is that they have the wrong brand of zombies, the un-plagued un-dead, who could revive as long as they keep their heads.

Best Domestic Cats


Richard Miller - 2012
    I enjoyed the book very much. TiUTigerDescription:This book is all about cats. We analyze 43 top domestic cat breeds including there ancestry and characteristics. Following domestic cat breeds are discussed in detail in this book:ABYSSINIANAMERICAN CURLAMERICAN SHORT HAIRAMERICAN WIRE HAIRBALINESEBENGALBIRMANBOMBAYBRITISH BLUEBRITISH SHORT HAIRBURMESECHARTREUXCOLOR POINT SHORT HAIRCORNISH REXCYMRICDEVON REXEGYPTIAN MAUEUROPEAN SHORT HAIREXOTIC SHORT HAIRHAVANA BROWNHIMALAYANJAPANESE BOBTAILJAVANESEKORATMAINE COONMANXNORWEGIAN FOREST CATOCICATORIENTAL SHORT HAIRPEKE-FACED PERSIANPERSIANRAGDOLLRUSSIAN BLUESCOTTISH FOLDSIAMESESINGAPURASNOWSHOESOMALISPHYNXTIFFANYTONKINESETURKISH ANGORATURKISH VANincluding exclusive pictures of each breed, a brief history and much more...

Finding Gossamyr, Chapter #3


David A. Rodriguez - 2012
    Jenna will have to prove that she can be trusted in order to save her friends but after what she did to her brother she can barely trust herself!

A little book of cat (polyrealism art)


Poul Costinsky - 2012
    Illustrations and word art by Poul A. Costinsky, Seattle artist.

A Cat Among Dragons


Alma T.C. Boykin - 2012
    Her enemies had other ideas. The galaxy is about to discover just what a cornered cat can do.They started it. Her father's people declared her a corrupt half-breed, one unfit to live. Now she's on the run, fleeing back in time. When she joined an interstellar mercenary company, she did not anticipate becoming the Pet of House Nagali, becoming the student of a mysterious but very well connected Healer and diplomat, and fighting her way into power as the only sentient mammal in the court of a reptilian empire. This collection of short stories, the first in the Cat Among Dragons series, begins the saga of Rada Ni Drako and her odd assortment of allies. Join the adventure as Rada takes on her father's people and tries to keep her head, and the rest of her, intact.

Once Upon a Midnight Noir (Midnight Louie and Delilah Street stories)


Carole Nelson Douglas - 2012
    From Sam Spade's "black bird"--the priceless Maltese Falcon--to Poe's "The Raven," Louie and Delilah keep up with their noted detective forebears.Stories published previously in anthologies are collected here for the first time: "Bogieman" from Unusual Suspects; "Butterfly Kiss" from The Mammoth Book of Vampire Romance 2; "The Riches That There Lie" from Poe's Lighthouse. Cover and interior illustrations by author.

We'll always have Brussels, or, The Bosendorfer heard round the world


Brooke McEldowney - 2012
    

Stimpikins


Pamela Reynolds - 2012
    Because of her intervention a lifelong friendship and love developed. This love went beyond life and death. Lives were changed and barriers crossed. A respect for and communal with all living creatures were lessons learned outside of school. Stimpy was a cat who will never be forgotten by his owner Emily. After reading about his life and escapades, readers will not easily forget this heroic, lovable, mischievous, independent, friendly and loyal cat. Based on real accounts of his life it will open the readers’ eyes to the real truth about cats. You will never look at an animal in the same way again.