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Memorable Cats in Children's Fiction

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CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2011
Kirkus Star THE CHESHIRE CHEESE CAT: A DICKENS OF A TALE
by Carmen Agra Deedy, Randall Wright, illustrated by Barry Moser
"Readers with great expectations will find them fully satisfied by this tongue-in-cheek romp through a historic public House that is the very opposite of Bleak. (Animal fantasy. 10-12)"
"He was the best of toms. He was the worst of toms." And for all his harsh early life and unnatural dietary preferences, ragged London alley cat Skilley gets to look at a queen, too. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2010
Kirkus Star BINKY TO THE RESCUE: A BINKY ADVENTURE
by Ashley Spires, illustrated by Ashley Spires
"The muted palette and variety of panel shapes, sound effects, expressive characters and deadpan humor work in perfect rib-tickling harmony. (Graphic fiction. 7-10)"
Intrepid Space Cat Binky returns with another thrilling and dangerous adventure! Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2009
Kirkus Star WILD THINGS
by Clay Carmichael, illustrated by Clay Carmichael
"Zoë Royster, peer to the literary heroines she so loves, is as memorable in her own way as the Great Gilly Hopkins, Opal Buloni and Anne Shirley. (Fiction. 9-12)"
After the death of her mentally ill mother, Zoë—tart-tongued and valiant—is adopted by her paternal uncle, artist Henry Royster, and with his help moves toward a more conventional life. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE CATS OF ROXVILLE STATION
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2009
THE CATS OF ROXVILLE STATION
by Jean Craighead George, illustrated by Tom Pohrt
"Cat lovers and George's fans will be happy she is back. (Fiction. 8-12)"
A cruel woman and her abusive children once owned Ratchet, a young, orange, female tabby. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 1, 2008
Kirkus Star BAD KITTY GETS A BATH
by Nick Bruel, illustrated by Nick Bruel
"Multiple copies are a must. (Fiction. 5-12)"
Bad Kitty usually cleans herself. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE UNDERNEATH
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 6, 2008
THE UNDERNEATH
by Kathi Appelt, illustrated by David Small
"Aided by Small's lively illustrations, Appelt intricately weaves these animals' ancient stories into Puck's survival saga to produce a magical tale of betrayal, revenge, love and the importance of keeping promises. (Fiction. 8-12)"
When fate separates them, an old hound dog and two foster kittens survive the dangers of the bayou to find one another. Read full book review >