Cat Life

Meet Edgar and Allan Poe - 12-year-old identical twins, the great-great-great-great-grandnephews of Edgar Allan Poe. They look and act so much alike that they're almost one mischievous, prank-playing boy in two bodies. When their beloved black cat, Roderick Usher, is kidnapped and transported to the Midwest, Edgar and Allan convince their guardians that it's time for a road trip.

Join C.J. & Squirrel, the mischievous little cats with hearts full of curiosity, as they embark on a series of enchanting adventures that will delight young listeners! From exploring the mysterious trailers next door to outsmarting the playful moles in the yard, every second is filled with fun, laughter, and valuable life lessons.

When Agent Meow (also known as Pete the Cat) discovers an empty alien spaceship and accidentally launches into space, what else will he find? Early learners will love blasting off with Agent Meow in this otherworldly adventure!

Mom said, “No pets.” Then, they discover the cat’s owner. Erika has just moved next door to stay with her grandmother while Erika attends the Deaf School. She brought Fluffy, her cat, with her. Fluffy likes to wander the neighborhood and make friends. This delightful Halloween short chapter book is about cats, sign language, and a surprising friendship.

Do you believe in magic? In this whimsical story of family and love, Kisa the cat shows Johanna the strength of her voice and the magic of family, including the family you choose. The Adventures of Kisa the Cat is suitable for an age range from five to nine years old, and we hope some of us big kids who appreciate the art of storytelling might enjoy it too. Adapted from an Icelandic folk tale by Nora Lang for the Brown Fairy Book, originally attributed to Andrew Lang (but we’re acknowledging it was his wife Nora who did the actual writing).

Die coolste Katze der Welt. Eine gewöhnliche Schmusekatze? Auf keinen Fall! Denn Toto hat ein Geheimnis: Im Verborgenen ist sie Ninja Cat! Kat(z)astrophe! Der Käse ist verschwunden - nicht nur im Kühlschrank von Toto und Silver, sondern auf der ganzen Welt. In geheimer Mission machen sich die beiden Katzen auf die Suche nach dem Käse-Dieb. Doch der hat einen fiesen Plan und Toto wird all ihre Ninja-Kräfte brauchen, um den Übeltäter zu schnappen... Teil 2 der actionreichen und witzigen Ninja-Reihe. Eine humorvolle Reihe für Kinder ab 8 Jahren mit wichtigen Themen wie Inklusion und Freundschaft.

Sunita has always wanted a cat, but her parents are dead set against it. Then she finds a group of strays living in the wild, and knows she can domesticate them - even though she’s been told that these are feral cats, who see humans as their enemies. First, she convinces Dr. Mac to examine the cats, fix them, and give them shots. Then she wants to re-release the cats, now healthy, into the neighborhood. The problem is, the neighbors consider the cats dangerous pests. Will Sunita's plan backfire?

A little kitten twinkling with magic is in need of the perfect friend. And that's how Jemma's biggest dreams become possible when she discovers a silky cream and brown kitten called Flame. And it's also how Kim manages to put up with her mean cousin when a silver tabby kitten, also called Flame comes to stay....Here are two more delightful stories featuring Flame, the magic kitten who changes colour!

Sunita Patel is book smart and good with cats. When a hurricane approaches, Sunita realizes that Lucy, a diabetic cat with a broken leg, is in danger, along with her owner, Mrs. Clark. When the vets are called out on emergency, the evacuation starts. Will Sunita be able to save Lucy, or will she be a scaredy-cat?

For whimsical Cody, many things are beautiful, especially ants who say hello by rubbing feelers. But nothing is as beautiful as the first day of summer vacation, and Cody doesn't want to waste one minute of it.

Charise Mericle Harper begins a promising new series starring Grace Stewart, lover of comics, cats, and lists (not necessarily in that order). She's unlucky enough to live next door to weird teacher Mrs. Luther. But when Mrs. Luther's beloved cat becomes afraid of its owner after an unfortunate incident, Grace hatches a plot to make her neighbor feel better.

Ballet Cat and her cousin Goat are preparing a show for Grandma. Each is trying to outdo the other - Ballet Cat with an elaborate dance routine (of course) and Goat with his amazing (amazingly lame, that is) magic tricks. Neither act goes off quite as planned, but it doesn't matter...because Grandma falls asleep during the performance! Oh well. At least Ballet Cat and Goat learn how to cooperate. (But Ballet Cat cooperates better!)

Looking for a way to approach the subject of adoption with your child? An adopted girl travels to Haiti to meet her biological family for the first time. Escorted by her adoptive parents, she is filled with many fears. As she experiences the village of her birth, Suzette meets her birth mother, siblings, and a one-eyed cat. The encounter with the cat leaves a lasting impression and is the key to Suzette’s journey. Join her on this incredible adventure to find her inner truth.

Take That, You Scaredy-Cat! is the first book by actor/writer Byron Marc Newsome. In this 6,800-word story, kids will learn important lessons about how to stand up for themselves and how to overcome the bullies in their lives. The main character is Jay, a short but very smart African American kid who has been bullied at his last school and now has to start a new school.

This audiobook is about how a friendship begins between two Vikings and a cat. It is a good bedtime story for kids.

When an Iraqi family is forced to flee their home, they can't bear to leave their beloved cat, Kunkush, behind. So they carry him with them from Iraq to Greece, keeping their secret passenger hidden away. But during the crowded boat crossing to Greece, his carrier breaks, and the frightened cat runs from the chaos. In a moment, he's gone. After an unsuccessful search, his family continues their journey, brokenhearted. But a happy ending awaits. This remarkable true story is told by the real people involved and with the full cooperation of Kunkush's family.

A curious cat plus a big fall leads to squashed confidence. How this cat bounces back will encourage readers everywhere to try, try again. Eye-catching art and crisp graphic paneling invite even the youngest of children to get back on their feet to explore the city alongside Tiptop Cat.

Ballet Cat is getting her friend, Butter Bear, ready for her big ballet debut. "Leap, Butter Bear, leap!" Ballet Cat prompts. But Butter Bear would prefer to just point her toe. When Ballet Cat keeps pushing, Butter Bear gets hungry, then thirsty, then sleepy. The bottom line is that Butter Bear would rather do almost anything to avoid making a big leap. Why? Because her bottom is covered in silly underpants! This second entry in the Ballet Cat series will have young listeners rolling on the floor with laughter.

This is a children’s book, written for children between the ages of 2 to 4 years old. It is about a cat called Tam Tam, a bird called Lulu, and a man called Sam. The story is about Tam-Tam the cat befriending Lulu the bird, who she meets in her backyard. Tam Tam and Lulu seems to like each other at the start, so much so that Lulu decides that she does not want to leave Tam Tam and Sam when he tried to encourage the bird to leave. Sam welcomed the bird and named it Lulu. Tam Tam and Lulu seemed very happy with this, by meowing and purring and tweeting, showing their approval.

Marilyn Benjamin Wassmann was born on a leap year and earned four degrees—two in art history, one in library science, and one in studio art. Before retiring in 2011, Marilyn worked as an art cataloger at the Library of Congress. She has illustrated and contributed to anthologies for the Greenbelt Writers Group, and in 2010, she published a children's book with her husband's assistance entitled What the Wind Blew In. Besides drawing and painting, Marilyn writes poetry in her spare time.