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Our October 2024 Cat Lovers Book Club is out! Discover our top picks of the latest cat books with a bumper selection for kids for these school holidays and some suggestions to get an early start on your Christmas shopping list.
WE’LL PRESCRIBE YOU A CAT
The feel good Japanese bestselling book
by Ishida Syou
Discover the award-winning bestselling Japanese novel that has become an international sensation in this utterly charming celebration of the healing power of cats.
A cat a day keeps the doctor away...
On the top floor of an old building at the end of a cobbled alley in Kyoto lies the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul. Only a select few - those who feel genuine emotional pain - can find it. The mysterious centre offers a unique treatment for its troubled patients: it prescribes cats as medication.
Get ready to fall in love:
- Bee, an eight-year-old female, mixed breed helps a disheartened businessman as he finds unexpected joy in physical labour;
- Margot, muscly like a lightweight boxer, helps a middle-aged callcentre worker stay relevant at work and at home;
- Koyuki, an exquisite white cat brings closure to a young mother troubled by the memory of the rescue kitten she was forced to abandon;
- Tank and Tangerine bring peace to a hardened handbag designer, as she learns to be kinder to herself;
- Mimita, the Scottish Fold kitten helps a broken-hearted Geisha to stop blaming herself for the cat she lost years ago;
As the clinic's patients navigate their inner turmoil and seek resolution, their feline companions lead them towards healing, self-discovery and newfound hope.
Contains five exquisite cat line-drawings.
Hardcover, 256 pages
Publisher: Penguin Books Australia, Imprint: Doubleday, 3rd September 2024
RRP: $32.99 from all good bookstores and online. For stockists, visit www.penguin.com.au
MY BELOVED MONSTER
Masha, the Half-Wild Rescue Cat Who Rescued Me
by Caleb Carr
Caleb Carr has had special relationships with cats since he was a young boy in a turbulent household, famously peopled by the founding members of the Beat Generation, where his steadiest companions were the adopted cats that lived with him both in the city and the country.
WE’LL PRESCRIBE YOU A CAT
The feel good Japanese bestselling book
by Ishida Syou
Discover the award-winning bestselling Japanese novel that has become an international sensation in this utterly charming celebration of the healing power of cats.
On the top floor of an old building at the end of a cobbled alley in Kyoto lies the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul. Only a select few - those who feel genuine emotional pain - can find it. The mysterious centre offers a unique treatment for its troubled patients: it prescribes cats as medication.
Get ready to fall in love:
- Bee, an eight-year-old female, mixed breed helps a disheartened businessman as he finds unexpected joy in physical labour;
- Margot, muscly like a lightweight boxer, helps a middle-aged callcentre worker stay relevant at work and at home;
- Koyuki, an exquisite white cat brings closure to a young mother troubled by the memory of the rescue kitten she was forced to abandon;
- Tank and Tangerine bring peace to a hardened handbag designer, as she learns to be kinder to herself;
- Mimita, the Scottish Fold kitten helps a broken-hearted Geisha to stop blaming herself for the cat she lost years ago;
As the clinic's patients navigate their inner turmoil and seek resolution, their feline companions lead them towards healing, self-discovery and newfound hope.
Contains five exquisite cat line-drawings.
Hardcover, 256 pages
Publisher: Penguin Books Australia, Imprint: Doubleday, 3rd September 2024
RRP: $32.99 from all good bookstores and online. For stockists, visit www.penguin.com.au
MY BELOVED MONSTER
Masha, the Half-Wild Rescue Cat Who Rescued Me
by Caleb Carr
Caleb Carr has had special relationships with cats since he was a young boy in a turbulent household, famously peopled by the founding members of the Beat Generation, where his steadiest companions were the adopted cats that lived with him both in the city and the country.
For the seventeen years that followed, Caleb and Masha were inseparable. Masha ruled the house and the extensive, dangerous surrounding fields and forests. When she was hurt, only Caleb could help her. When he suffered long-standing physical ailments, Masha knew what to do. Caleb's life-long study of the literature of cat behaviour, and his years of experience with previous cats, helped him decode much of Masha's inner life. But their bond went far beyond academic studies and experience.
The story of Caleb and Masha is an inspiring and life-affirming relationship for readers of all backgrounds and interests--a love story like no other.
Hardcover, 352 pages
Publisher: Little Brown and Company, 16th April 2024
Price: $36.57 from www.amazon.com.au
CAT OF MANY TAILS
by Ellery Queen, Richard Dannay (Introduction by)
In the dog days of August, it is no surprise to see New Yorkers perspire. But this summer, a killer called the Cat gives the city a new reason to sweat. He selects his victims seemingly at random and strangles them, then escapes without leaving a clue. As the death toll climbs and the press whips the public into a horrified frenzy, Gotham teeters on the edge of anarchy.
Ellery Queen, the brilliant amateur sleuth, has gone into retirement when the Cat begins to kill. As his father, a seasoned homicide detective, leads the investigation into the murders, Ellery tries to avoid getting involved. When Queen discovers a clue that could hold the secret to untangling the puzzling crimes, he pounces on the opportunity to crack the case. But unfortunately for him-and for the citizens of 1940s New York City - he's barely scratched the surface....
Combining gobsmacking deduction with plenty of period detail, The Cat of Many Tails is among the most beloved of Ellery Queen's timeless mystery novels. Reissued for the first time in nearly half a century, the book retains a place in popular culture as one of the first serial killer novels ever written; and, to this day, it's still one of the best.
Paperback, 288 pages
Publisher: W W Norton & Company, 17th September 2024
Price: $23.95 at www.amazon.com.au
OH. IT’S YOU.
Love Poems by Cats
by Francesco Marciuliano
From the author of the beloved I Could Pee On This series comes a new book of hilarious love poems from cats to their people.
Cats have so many ways to say "I love you." Sometimes it's a gentle purr and a slow blink. Sometimes it's a tiny dead animal offered in tribute. And sometimes, it's expressed in that deepest of cat love languages: poetry.
The author of the internationally bestselling series of tongue-in-cheek poetry helps cats put paw to keyboard to express the depth of their feline feelings in odes to breakfasts (on time, please!), ripped-up rugs (it's a sign of affection!), the importance of keeping watch in the bathroom, and the perfect cardboard box that the expensive and totally ignored new cat bed arrived in. Illustrated by adorable and goofy cat photos, this book is the purrfect combination of snarky and sweet that every cat person knows is cat for true love.
Cat Photos Galore: Illustrated by a collection of feline models striking poses that are charming, affectionate, standoffish, and just plain silly, this whimsical poetry book reveals kitties at their most lovable.
Ideal Gift for Cat Lovers: The humour in the poems is based on universal experiences shared by all cats and their owners. For that "crazy cat lady" or "cat mom/dad" in your life, this poetry book makes for the perfect cat-themed gift for anyone obsessed with their pet.
Mini Coffee Table Book: Enchant visitors with this hand-held volume of the best cat poetry sure to delight book lovers and humour enthusiasts alike.
Hardcover, 112 pages
Publisher: Chronicle Books, 3rd October 2023
Price: $28.40 from www.booktopia.com.au
Hardcover, 352 pages
Publisher: Little Brown and Company, 16th April 2024
Price: $36.57 from www.amazon.com.au
CAT OF MANY TAILS
by Ellery Queen, Richard Dannay (Introduction by)
In the dog days of August, it is no surprise to see New Yorkers perspire. But this summer, a killer called the Cat gives the city a new reason to sweat. He selects his victims seemingly at random and strangles them, then escapes without leaving a clue. As the death toll climbs and the press whips the public into a horrified frenzy, Gotham teeters on the edge of anarchy.
Combining gobsmacking deduction with plenty of period detail, The Cat of Many Tails is among the most beloved of Ellery Queen's timeless mystery novels. Reissued for the first time in nearly half a century, the book retains a place in popular culture as one of the first serial killer novels ever written; and, to this day, it's still one of the best.
Paperback, 288 pages
Publisher: W W Norton & Company, 17th September 2024
Price: $23.95 at www.amazon.com.au
OH. IT’S YOU.
Love Poems by Cats
by Francesco Marciuliano
From the author of the beloved I Could Pee On This series comes a new book of hilarious love poems from cats to their people.
The author of the internationally bestselling series of tongue-in-cheek poetry helps cats put paw to keyboard to express the depth of their feline feelings in odes to breakfasts (on time, please!), ripped-up rugs (it's a sign of affection!), the importance of keeping watch in the bathroom, and the perfect cardboard box that the expensive and totally ignored new cat bed arrived in. Illustrated by adorable and goofy cat photos, this book is the purrfect combination of snarky and sweet that every cat person knows is cat for true love.
Cat Photos Galore: Illustrated by a collection of feline models striking poses that are charming, affectionate, standoffish, and just plain silly, this whimsical poetry book reveals kitties at their most lovable.
Ideal Gift for Cat Lovers: The humour in the poems is based on universal experiences shared by all cats and their owners. For that "crazy cat lady" or "cat mom/dad" in your life, this poetry book makes for the perfect cat-themed gift for anyone obsessed with their pet.
Mini Coffee Table Book: Enchant visitors with this hand-held volume of the best cat poetry sure to delight book lovers and humour enthusiasts alike.
Hardcover, 112 pages
Publisher: Chronicle Books, 3rd October 2023
Price: $28.40 from www.booktopia.com.au
THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE FURRY
Life with the World's Most Melancholy Cat and Other Whiskery Friends
by Tom Cox (Author)
Meet The Bear - a cat who carries the weight of the world on his furry shoulders, and whose wise, owl-like eyes seem to ask, 'Can you tell me why I am a cat, please?'
Ralph: handsome, self-satisfied tabby, terrified of the clothes horse.
Shipley: mouthy hooligan and champion mouser, rendered insensible by being turned upside-down.
Roscoe: fiercely independent kitten, tormented by her doppelganger in the mirror.
And then there's Tom, writing with his usual wit and charm about the unexpected adventures that go hand in hand with a life at the beck and call of four cats.. or three cats and a sensitive poet who just happens to be a foot high and covered in fur.
Paperback, 288 pages
Publisher: Sphere (1st edition), 8 October 2013
RRP: $31.26 at www.amazon.com.au
THE LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK FOR CAT PARENTS
A Hilarious Survival Guide for Cat Owners
by Kate Freeman
This hilarious instruction book is here to help you accept that being a cat parent is not a choice, but a lifestyle.
Luckily, this no-nonsense survival guide is on hand to help you navigate feline parenthood. Whether you need to learn not to take the cold shoulder personally, how to accept those little "gifts" with due gratitude, or simply to understand that there is never an acceptable excuse for an empty food bowl, these pearls of wisdom are sure to make you an elite cat parent in no time.
Filled with original illustrations and tongue-in-cheek advice, this sneak peek into the mind of the mundane moggy will make the perfect gift for any cat lover.
Hardcover, 96 pages
Publisher: Octopus, 17th September 2024
Price: $19.99 from www.amazon.com.au
BOOK CLUB – KIDS’ CORNER
JUSTIN CASE, CAT DETECTIVE
by Aileen Jay, illustrated by Angela Hodgson-Teall
It also supports their learning in various reception class and year one topics including travel, materials and their properties, social skills, food, and people who help us.
Arithmetic and pre-mathematical concepts are referenced in the stories. This makes it fun to read at home and useful for schools.
Paperback, 86 pages
Publisher: Troubador Publishing, 18th September 2024
For Ages: 5 - 7 years old
Price: $28.64 from www.amazon.com.au
GRANDMA MURPHY’S PUSSYCAT
by Maura Finn (Author), Lucinda Gifford (Illustrator)
comes a figure, crawling, creeping...
It's Grandma Murphy's pussycat!
Where is this mysterious black cat going in the deep, dark night? And what adventures might he have along the way?
An enchanting picture book that will bewitch young readers and grown-ups alike.
Hardcover, 32 pages
Publisher: Affirm Press, 24 September 2024
For Ages: 4 - 8 years old
Price: $28.56 from amazon.com.au
HALLOWEEN CAT MAZES
29 Colourful Mazes
by Nora Watkins, Clever Publishing, Inna Anikeeva (Illustrator)
Children will love to explore more than 29 challenging mazes that feature full-colour artwork and an assortment of adorable cats in a Halloween theme.
An enchanting picture book that will bewitch young readers and grown-ups alike.
Hardcover, 32 pages
Publisher: Affirm Press, 24 September 2024
For Ages: 4 - 8 years old
Price: $28.56 from amazon.com.au
HALLOWEEN CAT MAZES
29 Colourful Mazes
by Nora Watkins, Clever Publishing, Inna Anikeeva (Illustrator)
This is the perfect book for keeping young readers entertained these school holidays, and an ideal gift for young readers who love activity books and cats!
Paperback, 32 pages
Publisher: Quarto US, 3rd September 2024
For Ages: 5 - 7 years old
Price: $9.76 from www.amazon.com.au
Paperback, 32 pages
Publisher: Quarto US, 3rd September 2024
For Ages: 5 - 7 years old
Price: $9.76 from www.amazon.com.au
LITTLE WITCH CAT
Finger Puppet Book
by Emily Dove (Illustrator)
A sweet, rhyming Halloween-themed board book with a finger puppet built right in Bursting with colour and charm, this finger puppet book invites babies and inquisitive toddlers to touch, feel, and explore their growing world.
Little ones will love celebrating Halloween with this adorable witchy feline and her cute ghoul and goblin companions. Interactive pages let readers help Little Witch Cat stir her cauldron under the full moon as she and her friends celebrate their favourite day of the year.
Finger Puppet Book
by Emily Dove (Illustrator)
Little ones will love celebrating Halloween with this adorable witchy feline and her cute ghoul and goblin companions. Interactive pages let readers help Little Witch Cat stir her cauldron under the full moon as she and her friends celebrate their favourite day of the year.
With its irresistible plush, adorable art, and sweet, accessible text, this latest addition to the bestselling Finger Puppet series will delight parents and toddlers alike.
Novelty Book, 12 pages
Publisher: Chronicle Books, 27th August2024
For Ages: 0 - 3 years old
Price: $19.40 from www.booktopia.com.au
MR HOWARD THE RESCUED CAT
by Erin Hayburn (Author)
An abandoned young cat must fend for himself and avoid the nasty bully cats patrolling the streets, until he is rescued by new people, given the name 'Mr Howard,' and brought into a home with good food, soft beds, and a very old dog!
But to pass the test in the new home, Mr Howard must follow The Rules. After an unexpected escape, he is faced with a choice: Will he choose No Rules and a life on the streets? Or The Rules and a new family?
What will Mr Howard choose?
Paperback, 32 pages
Publisher: Tellwell Talent, 25 June 2022
For Ages: Baby - 12 years
Price: $20.89 from www.amazon.com.au
HAMISH THE ADVENTURE CAT
by Melinda Van Slobbe
Some cats like lazing around in the sun, but not Hamish! He is as curious as he is cute, and he was born to explore.
This is the real-life story of how Hamish the rescue kitty became Hamish the Adventure Cat.
This delightful rhyming story picture book is filled with fun and colourful illustrations inspired by real life photographs of a cute tuxedo cat adventuring in the wild places of Australia.
Paperback, 32 pages
Publisher: Melinda Van Slobbe, 13th September 2024
For Ages: 4 - 9 years old
Price: $19.82 from www.amazon.com.au
Novelty Book, 12 pages
Publisher: Chronicle Books, 27th August2024
For Ages: 0 - 3 years old
Price: $19.40 from www.booktopia.com.au
MR HOWARD THE RESCUED CAT
by Erin Hayburn (Author)
But to pass the test in the new home, Mr Howard must follow The Rules. After an unexpected escape, he is faced with a choice: Will he choose No Rules and a life on the streets? Or The Rules and a new family?
What will Mr Howard choose?
Paperback, 32 pages
Publisher: Tellwell Talent, 25 June 2022
For Ages: Baby - 12 years
Price: $20.89 from www.amazon.com.au
HAMISH THE ADVENTURE CAT
by Melinda Van Slobbe
This is the real-life story of how Hamish the rescue kitty became Hamish the Adventure Cat.
This delightful rhyming story picture book is filled with fun and colourful illustrations inspired by real life photographs of a cute tuxedo cat adventuring in the wild places of Australia.
Paperback, 32 pages
Publisher: Melinda Van Slobbe, 13th September 2024
For Ages: 4 - 9 years old
Price: $19.82 from www.amazon.com.au
THE TRUCK CAT
by Deborah Frenkel, Danny Snell
The Truck Cat is a story about cats and humans, immigration and identity, and homes lost and found.
Some cats are house cats. Some are apartment cats.
But Tinka is a truck cat. Tinka lives everywhere.
Along with his human, Yacoub, Tinka travels roads wide and narrow, near and distant. But no matter how much they travel, home feels very far away – for both of them.
Yacoub drives his truck to make a living, learning the landscape of a new country along the way, and longing for connection. When Tinka and Yacoub are unexpectedly separated, they are determined to find their way back to each other – and, in doing so, might find more than they expected…
With illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Danny Snell and words by acclaimed new writer Deborah Frenkel, The Truck Cat is the perfect book to inspire kindness and compassion in young children everywhere.
Hardcover, 32 pages
Publisher: Bright Light; First Edition, 1st October 2024
For Ages: 3 – 7 years old
Price: $21.17 from www.amazon.com.au
CAT CHAT
How Cats Tell Us How They Feel
by Jess French, Penelope Dullaghan (Illustrator)
'Say hello' cat or 'let me go' cat? Cat Chat is the perfect introduction to living with cats and kittens for young children.
Learn how to read a cat's body language and what your pet might be trying to tell you through their tail waves, ear twitches, meows, and more.
by Deborah Frenkel, Danny Snell
The Truck Cat is a story about cats and humans, immigration and identity, and homes lost and found.
But Tinka is a truck cat. Tinka lives everywhere.
Along with his human, Yacoub, Tinka travels roads wide and narrow, near and distant. But no matter how much they travel, home feels very far away – for both of them.
Yacoub drives his truck to make a living, learning the landscape of a new country along the way, and longing for connection. When Tinka and Yacoub are unexpectedly separated, they are determined to find their way back to each other – and, in doing so, might find more than they expected…
With illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Danny Snell and words by acclaimed new writer Deborah Frenkel, The Truck Cat is the perfect book to inspire kindness and compassion in young children everywhere.
Hardcover, 32 pages
Publisher: Bright Light; First Edition, 1st October 2024
For Ages: 3 – 7 years old
Price: $21.17 from www.amazon.com.au
CAT CHAT
How Cats Tell Us How They Feel
by Jess French, Penelope Dullaghan (Illustrator)
'Say hello' cat or 'let me go' cat? Cat Chat is the perfect introduction to living with cats and kittens for young children.
The book also provides tips for children on how to interact safely with their newest member of the family, to help them quickly become the best of friends.
The perfect gift for the new young pet owner and their parents.
Hardcover, 24 pages
Publisher: Nosy Crow, 3rd September 2024
For Ages: 2 - 5 years old
The perfect gift for the new young pet owner and their parents.
Hardcover, 24 pages
Publisher: Nosy Crow, 3rd September 2024
For Ages: 2 - 5 years old
Price: $14.99 from www.amazon.com.au
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