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The Cat Bible
by Tracie HotchnerThe only fully comprehensive guide to all things feline, from the host of Cat Chat on Martha Stewart Living Radio. Finally, a definitive book that delivers many unknown facts about every aspect of caring for and sharing your life with a cat, ranging from proper nutrition and strange behavior to medical care and multi-cat households, to grooming and geriatrics. The Cat Bible explains the mysteries of feline behavior to owners who are devoted to their cats without being able to fully understand them. It offers straightforward solutions to the problems that cause people to give up their cats, many of which are preventable, including litter box avoidance, furniture scratching, and physical ailments. There are more than 90 million American households that count cats as family members, but they are a vastly underserved population, devoted to their kitties, yet bereft of all the public attention, programming, and print devoted to dogs. Now, bestselling author and investigative journalist Tracie Hotchner offers them The Cat Bible, with straightforward, fact-filled solutions to health and behavior problems, based on years of research into the real reasons behind these issues. In the same warm, straightforward style that attracts devoted listeners to her radio shows, Tracie tackles controversial topics such as the truth about commercial dry pet foods and their dangers, bringing readers the latest facts on every topic that affects a feline's well-being. .
The Cat Encyclopedia (Encyclopedias for Kids)
by Merriam GarciaThis encyclopedia highlights more than 50 different cats. Alongside colorful photographs of both adult cats and kittens, readers learn about the history, appearance, and behavior of various breeds. Features include information about cat care, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Reference is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
The Cat Encyclopedia: The Definitive Visual Guide (DK Pet Encyclopedias)
by DKAre you a feline fanatic? Could you tell the difference between a Housecat and an Ojos Azules? Do you want to know how to keep your kitty happy and healthy?The Cat Encyclopedia is a comprehensive cat compendium that has all the facts about cats and kittens. It&’s packed with beautifully photographed profiles of different breeds from the Maine Coon to the Khao Manee and includes information on caring for your own cat.This book also offers information on the science and history of house cats. Find out how cats were domesticated and developed into separate breeds, and see their prominence in art, literature, and superstition. A chapter on feline biology focuses on the anatomy of cats – including the nervous system, digestion, and muscles – and also features details on cat senses and coat patterns.With comprehensive help on cat care – from preparing for your cat&’s arrival and essential equipment to healthcare and training – The Cat Encyclopedia is the perfect guide for cat lovers.
The Cat From Hunger Mountain
by Ed YoungCaldecott Medalist Ed Young delivers a visually stunning, poignant story about humility, wastefulness, and appreciating what one has.A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2016!An Amazon Best Book of the Year!A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year!"Young creates a stunning visual symphony with a surprising and unsettling emotional power."--New York Times Book Review* "The well-paced fable is visually stunning . . . Young is at the height of his powers in this fable that offers a feast for the eyes, mind, and soul. A visual masterpiece."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Caldecott-winning author/illustrator Young has created another stunning and meaningful picture book to be enjoyed by all ages. This book is exquisite in text, tone, and illustration. A compelling fable that is crucial for humanity and will spark meaningful classroom conversations."--School Library Journal, starred review* "Young weaves an elegant cautionary fable."--Publishers Weekly, starred reviewIn a place called Hunger Mountain there lives a lord who has everything imaginable yet never has enough. To satisfy his every desire, he hires builders to design the tallest pagoda; a world-famous tailor to make his clothing from silk and gold threads; and a renowned chef to cook him lavish meals with rice from the lord's own fields. What more could he possibly want?Yet when drought plagues the land, Lord Cat is faced with his first taste of deep loss, he ventures down the mountain and what he discovers will change his life forever.Rendered in exquisite mixed-media collage, Caldecott Medalist Ed Young's deceptively simple fable is a deeply affecting tale about appreciating the value of treasures that need not be chased.
The Cat Handbook (B.E.S. Pet Handbooks)
by Karen Leigh DavisThe Cat Handbook tells readers what they need to know about acquiring and caring for cats—both the ordinary household kind and the registered breeds. Here are facts, advice, and insights into feline psychology. B.E.S. popular and highly detailed series of Pet Handbooks are written for dedicated pet owners seeking comprehensive information on the care of their chosen pets. Titles in the series cover a wide range of animals and breeds. These books present advice on finding a reliable breeder or seller, information on the animal's origins and traits, and detailed recommendations regarding dietary needs, housing, and health care, as well as all other major aspects related to keeping a healthy and thriving pet. B.E.S. Pet Handbooks are filled with color photos, and many titles include line art and at-a-glance sidebar information.
The Cat Lover's Bundle: Homer's Odyssey and Love Saves the Day (2-Book Bundle)
by Gwen CooperAs an acclaimed writer of both fiction and nonfiction, Gwen Cooper touches readers with heartwarming and often surprising insights into the bond between humans and their animal companions. Featuring Cooper's inspiring memoir, Homer's Odyssey, and her cat-narrated novel, Love Saves the Day, this eBook bundle is perfect for readers who've ever known unswerving feline devotion, fallen asleep with a purring kitten nestled in their arms, or wondered what their cat was really thinking. HOMER'S ODYSSEY A Fearless Feline Tale, or How I Learned About Love and Life with a Blind Wonder Cat "Touching . . . one not to miss."--USA Today The last thing Gwen Cooper wanted was another cat. She already had two, not to mention an underpaying job and a recently broken heart. Then Gwen's vet called with a story about a three-week-old eyeless kitten who'd been abandoned. It was love at first sight. Everyone warned that Homer would be an "underachiever," but the kitten nobody believed in quickly grew into a three-pound dynamo who scaled seven-foot bookcases, survived alone for days after 9/11 in an apartment near the World Trade Center, and even saved Gwen's life when he chased off a home intruder. By the time Gwen met the man she would marry, Homer had taught her the most valuable lesson of all: Love isn't something you see with your eyes. LOVE SAVES THE DAY A Novel "Prudence [is a] sassy but sensitive feline heroine."--Time When five-week-old Prudence meets a woman named Sarah in a deserted construction site on Manhattan's Lower East Side, she knows she's found the human she was meant to adopt. For three years their lives are filled with laughter, tuna, catnaps, music, and the unchanging routines Prudence craves. Then one day Sarah doesn't come home. When Sarah's estranged daughter and her husband arrive with boxes, Prudence knows that her life has changed forever. Poignant, insightful, and laugh-out-loud funny, Love Saves the Day is the story of a mother, a daughter, and the irrepressible feline who becomes the bridge between them. Prudence, a cat like no other, is sure to steal your heart. Praise for Gwen Cooper Homer's Odyssey "Moving, insightful, and often hilarious, Homer's Odyssey is about a blind cat with a spirit of epic proportions. Read and rejoice!"--Sy Montgomery, author of The Good Good Pig "Cooper is a genial writer with both a sense of humor and a gift for conveying the inner essence of an animal. . . . The indefatigable feline should be an inspiration to us all."--The Christian Science Monitor "A wonderful book for animal lovers."--Temple Grandin, author of Animals in Translation Love Saves the Day "[A] poignant tale . . . [Gwen Cooper] once again demonstrates her compassionate fluency in felinespeak and proves equally adept at conveying complex human emotions with flair and sensitivity."--Booklist "A reason to stand up and cheer . . . Once again Gwen Cooper shines her light on the territory that defines the human/animal bond."--Jackson Galaxy, star of My Cat from Hell and author of Cat Daddy "A charming story of love lost and found . . . Love Saves the Day eloquently explains why so many of us would do anything at all for our pets."--Barbara Delinsky, New York Times bestselling author of Escape
The Cat Lover's Compendium
by Milly BrownCats can be playful, nonchalant, cunning and coy. This book, which brings together stories, tips, trivia, quotations and poetry celebrating all the curious characteristics of the cat, is for anyone who purrs with delight at the thought of relaxing with a good read and a sweet, furry feline curled up on their lap.
The Cat Lover's Compendium: Quotes, Facts, and Other Adorable Purr-ls of Wisdom
by Milly BrownCats can be playful, nonchalant, cunning and coy. This book, which brings together stories, tips, trivia, quotations and poetry celebrating all the curious characteristics of the cat, is for anyone who purrs with delight at the thought of relaxing with a good read and a sweet, furry feline curled up on their lap.
The Cat Men of Gotham: Tales of Feline Friendships in Old New York
by Peggy GavanThe nineteenth century was a rough time to be a stray cat in New York City. The city’s human residents dealt with feline overpopulation by gassing unwanted cats or tossing them in rivers. But a few lucky strays were found by a diverse array of men—including firemen, cops, athletes, and politicians—who rescued them from the streets and welcomed them into their homes and hearts. This book tells the stories of these heroic cat men of Gotham and their beloved feline companions. Not only does it introduce us to some remarkable men, but we get to meet many extraordinary cats as well, from Chinese stowaways prowling the Chelsea Piers to the sole feline survivor of the USS Maine explosion. Among the forty-two profiles, we find many feline Cinderella stories, as humble alley cats achieved renown as sports team mascots, artists’ muses, and even presidential pets. Sure to appeal to cat fanciers and history fans alike, The Cat Men of Gotham will give you a new appreciation for Old New York and the people and animals who made it their home. As it takes you on a journey through the streets of Manhattan and Brooklyn, it will amuse and astound you with tales of powerful men and their pussycats.
The Cat Mummy
by Jacqueline WilsonVerity adores her cat, Mabel, and is desperately sad when she dies. Remembering her recent school lessons about the Ancient Egyptians, Verity decides to mummify Mabel and keep her hidden. Verity's dad and grandparents can't bear to talk about death, having lost Verity's mum several years ago - but when they eventually discover what Verity has done, the whole family realises it's time to talk.A superb handling of bereavement in Jacqueline Wilson's uniquely accessible and enjoyable style, for younger readers.
The Cat Next Door
by Marian BabsonA suspenseful tale of murder and mystery in a dysfunctional British family: &“Babson is as easy to read as ever&” (Kirkus Reviews). Margot has come back to England from America to show solidarity with her extended family in the midst of a scandalous murder trial. Cousin Chloe stands accused of stabbing her identical twin sister, Claudia, and Margot&’s well-to-do relatives are, understandably, a mess—that is to say, even more dysfunctional than usual. One is eating compulsively to cope with the stress; Claudia&’s teenage daughter is hiding out in her bedroom; the paparazzi are hounding everyone; and all the while Chloe won&’t speak a word to the police, lawyers, or doctors. No wonder the household&’s pet Abyssinian, Tikki, has gone to stay with the neighbors. But things are about to get worse when Margot, searching for Tikki, finds another victim—whom no one recognizes—in the pond, in this absorbing novel from an Agatha Award–winning author. &“What can a reviewer say about Marian Babson? If you haven&’t read at least one of her books, you have definitely missed the boat. She is consistently witty.&” —Mystery News
The Cat Operator's Manual: Getting the Most from Your New Cuddle Unit
by Queen Olivia IIIGet the most out of your domestic cat with this helpful and handy Cuddle Unit 5™ operating instruction manual. The Cat Operator's Manual is a fresh and quirky guide to understanding your cat, complete with assembly, warnings, insights into all of your Cuddle Unit 5™'s features and modes, and a bonus sticker sheet. We recommend that you read these operating instructions thoroughly to quickly become acquainted with your Cuddle Unit 5™ and enjoy all of its features.In these pages, you'll find many useful tips and information concerning your safety, how to care for your Cuddle Unit 5™, and how to maintain Cuddle Unit 5™’s interest in you, including:Decipher your Cuddle Unit 5™'s Mood Mode Indicator.Understand when your unit is in Eco Mode and when it's time for Solar Charging.Learn more about how Turbo Mode is activated.Read up on how your Cuddle Unit 5™ will interface with robotic vacuum cleaners and recreational catnip.With tongue-in-cheek advice and spot-on illustrations that feel just like browsing a real user manual, this book gets two opposable thumbs up. We hope you enjoy your Cuddle Unit 5™ and wish you safe and pleasant petting.Thank you for choosing Cuddle Unit 5™—we value your trust in us.UNBEATABLE GIFT FOR CAT LOVERS: This cheeky manual makes a fantastic present for all the cat ladies, cat moms, cat dads, and cat people in your life. There's even a bonus sticker sheet inside! PLAYFUL AND UNIQUE MUST-HAVE: Packaged to look like a vintage operating manual, The Cat Operator's Manual takes cats to a whole new level. For anyone who ever wished their cats could come with instructions—now they do! SILLY YET PRACTICAL CAT FACTS BOOK: This humorous manual stems from real information about cats, such as what triggers their zoomies, why they need to lay in the sun without moving an inch for hours, and why they may leave you unwelcome treats in unexpected places.Perfect for:Cat loversGift-giving from the cat, for first-time cat owners, or to celebrate a pet adoptionEngineers, technical writers, and anyone who enjoys spending time with a good operations manualFans of quirky books and popular animal humor books such as I Could Pee on This, The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, and How to Pet a Cat
The Cat Owner's Manual
by Sam Stall Paul Kepple Jude Buffum David BrunnerAt Last! A Beginner's Guide to Feline Technology Scratch marks on your furniture. Dead mice on your doorstep. Stray hairs all over your clothes. It's enough to make you cry out, "Why doesn't my cat have an owner's manual?" And now--finally!--she does. Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, The Cat Owner's Manual explores hundreds of frequently asked questions: Which breeds interface best with dogs? How can I maintain a quality exterior finish? And why does my model always drink from the bathtub? Whatever your concerns, you'll find the answers here--courtesy of celebrated veterinarian Dr. David Brunner and acclaimed author Sam Stall. Together, they provide plenty of useful advice for both new and experienced cat owners.
The Cat Owner's Survival Guide: Hilarious Advice for a Pawsitive Life with Your Furry Four-Legged Best Friend
by Sophie Johnson Tatiana DavidovaA hilarious, fully illustrated book full of tongue-in-cheek advice for surviving life as a cat parent – the perfect gift for any cat loverYou have the best cat in the world, it’s true. But there’s no avoiding the fact that, perfect and adorable as they may be, there are certain elements of being a cat owner that you could do without. Those thoughtful “gifts” you find in the kitchen. The scratch-marks on the couch. Their hairballs clogging up your vacuum cleaner.Luckily, this no-nonsense guide is here to teach you all the tricks you’ll ever need to help you navigate life with your furry friend, so you can focus on the positives – like giving them head-scritches and cooing over their little toe beans.With pearls of wisdom like these, you’ll be a pro cat parent in no time:As a cat parent, you will need to work out the golden number of tummy rubs your cat will allow before they turn into an uncontrollable scratch-monsterYour cat may look cute and innocent, but there’s an evil mastermind secretly at work behind all that fluffItems placed on a surface are highly offensive to cats and will be quickly dispatched to the floor, where they belong
The Cat Owner's Survival Guide: Hilarious Advice for a Pawsitive Life with Your Furry Four-Legged Best Friend
by Sophie Johnson Tatiana DavidovaA hilarious, fully illustrated book full of tongue-in-cheek advice for surviving life as a cat parent – the perfect gift for any cat loverYou have the best cat in the world, it’s true. But there’s no avoiding the fact that, perfect and adorable as they may be, there are certain elements of being a cat owner that you could do without. Those thoughtful “gifts” you find in the kitchen. The scratch-marks on the couch. Their hairballs clogging up your vacuum cleaner.Luckily, this no-nonsense guide is here to teach you all the tricks you’ll ever need to help you navigate life with your furry friend, so you can focus on the positives – like giving them head-scritches and cooing over their little toe beans.With pearls of wisdom like these, you’ll be a pro cat parent in no time:As a cat parent, you will need to work out the golden number of tummy rubs your cat will allow before they turn into an uncontrollable scratch-monsterYour cat may look cute and innocent, but there’s an evil mastermind secretly at work behind all that fluffItems placed on a surface are highly offensive to cats and will be quickly dispatched to the floor, where they belong
The Cat Personality Test: How well do you really know your cat?
by Lauren FinkaWho is your cat really? And what can you do to make them happy?Through this book’s series of personality quizzes, feline behaviour expert Dr Lauren Finka can help you to assess various elements of your cat’s character and understand them on a whole new level. Discover how inquisitive your cat is, by observing their reaction to new environments; find out if your cat is an extreme hunter, who will need plenty of stimulation to exercise their keen stalking instincts; or learn to what extent you have a cat’s cat, who enjoys having a little furry playmate around, or whether they'd be happier in a single-cat household. You could start to understand whether your cat is really enjoying all the attention you lavish upon it, and decipher just how happy they are. With tips and tricks for any personality type, Dr Lauren Finka will help you to meet your cat’s specific wants and needs.Whoever your cat is, you’ll learn what makes them tick, and be a step closer to the domestic feline harmony you’ve always dreamt of.
The Cat Saw Murder: A Rachel Murdock Mystery
by Dolores HitchensAn elderly woman drugged, a young woman killed, and the cat’s the sole witness… When Rachel Murdock and her sister Jennifer receive a call for help from their favorite niece, Lilly, in Breakers Beach, CA, they quickly hop a train from Los Angeles to see her — but not before collecting their prized cat Samantha in a picnic basket and bringing her along for the ride. Samatha, it turns out, is an heiress, the inheritor of a fortune left by a wealthy relative, and so the attempt at the cat’s life, made right after they arrive, comes as a shock. The cat survives, but unfortunately, Lilly, murdered soon thereafter, is not so lucky. By the time the police arrive, the clues are already falling into place. The source of Lilly’s trouble is revealed to be a gambling debt incurred during an attempt to cheat at bridge, and the suspects in her slaying quickly pile up. But then another corpse is discovered, buried in the nearby sand, and it becomes clear that the killing spree concerns more than just the young lady’s personal money trouble. With the authorities distracted by lurid details, it’s up to Rachel and her furry friend to uncover the subtleties containing the solution to the puzzle. A prototypical early “cat mystery,” written before the subgenre became a staple of cozy mystery fiction, The Cat Saw Murder is an entertaining and endlessly surprising whodunit with a focus on felines. Reissued for the first time in over half a decade, the book, written pseudonymously by the author better known for her hardboiled and suspense novels, is the first in the long-running Rachel Murdock series. Includes discussion guide questions for use in book clubs.
The Cat Saw Murder: A Rachel Murdock Mystery
by Dolores HitchensOne woman drugged, another murdered - and a cat is the only witness. If you like Miss Marple, you'll love this!Terrific classic crime - with a new introduction by Joyce Carol Oates.'You will never regret having made the acquaintance of Miss Rachel Murdock' NEW YORK TIMESWhen Rachel Murdock and her sister Jennifer receive a call for help from their favourite niece, Lilly, they quickly hop on a train to see her - but not before collecting their prized cat Samantha in a picnic basket and bringing her along for the ride. Samantha, it turns out, is an heiress, the inheritor of a fortune left by a wealthy relative, and so the attempt on the cat's life, made right after they arrive, comes as a shock. The cat survives, but Lilly, murdered soon thereafter, is not so lucky.By the time the police arrive, the clues are already falling into place, with gambling debts just being the tip of a brutal killing spree iceberg. With the authorities distracted by lurid details, it's up to Rachel and her furry friend to uncover the truth.
The Cat Sleeps (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Jack LatimerNIMAC-sourced textbook. Nap Time. Cats live in many different places. But they all find a good place to take a nap.
The Cat That God Sent
by Jim KrausJake Wilkerson, a disillusioned young pastor who is an expert at hiding his fears, takes on a new assignment at a small rural church in Coudersport, Pennsylvania. It's a far piece from anywhere and full of curiously odd and eccentric people, including Emma Grainger, a single woman and a veterinarian who dismisses all Christians as "those people," and Tassy, a young runaway with a secret. His first day on the job, however, Jake is adopted by Petey - a cat of unknown origins and breed - but of great perception. Petey believes that he is on a mission from God to redeem Jake and bring him and his quirky friends back to the truth.
The Cat That Overcame
by Helen La PentaSee how Pinky, the smallest kitty in the litter, overcomes difficulties and grows to be strong and well loved.
The Cat Wears a Mask (The Rachel Murdock Mysteries #9)
by Dolores HitchensNative American lore infuses a southwestern mystery featuring the indomitable Rachel Murdock and her cat, Samantha. The notes—short and sharp—seem to strike at the heart of each recipient&’s insecurities and darkest secrets. Signed &“Kachina,&” they&’ve been sent to a group of friends who met in college, including Rachel Murdock&’s goddaughter, Gail. When Gail wants to unmask the letter writer by inviting the group to her house in Arizona, she asks Rachel for help. Unable to resist, Rachel scoops up her cat, leaving her sister behind on a tour through the Southwest. As the seven friends reconnect, familiar grievances and new resentments emerge. And when one woman—as prickly as the cacti dotting the desert landscape—is killed by a rattlesnake bite, the party takes an even darker turn. A thunderous storm soon washes out the roads, and the group is left on their own with a dead body and a murderer in their midst. Now Rachel must use her knowledge of human nature to unmask a killer before another life is snuffed out. &“You will never regret having made the acquaintance of Miss Rachel Murdock.&” —The New York Times The Cat Wears a Mask was originally published under the pseudonym D. B. Olsen. Praise for Dolores Hitchens &“High-grade suspense.&” —San Francisco Chronicle on Stairway to an Empty Room/Terror Lurks in Darkness &“For those who enjoy Little-Old-Lady detectives, this should be a pleasing mystery, particularly if active LOLs are preferred. . . . Both interesting and unusual is the motive for murder.&” —Mystery*File on Cats Don&’t Smile
The Cat Wears a Noose (The Rachel Murdock Mysteries)
by Dolores HitchensA drunken man is shot dead on his doorstep in this classic mystery starring the &“observant [and] appealing&” seventy-year-old sleuth (Publishers Weekly). Walking home wearily from an evening spent poring over the books of the Parchly Heights Methodist Ladies&’ Aid searching for a fifty-eight-cent error, Miss Jennifer Murdock becomes witness to a terrible scene: A man, stumbling drunk, arrives home—and just as he fumbles with his keys, gunfire erupts and kills him on the spot. Jennifer is determined not to tell her sister, Rachel, anything about it. After all, Rachel considers herself a sleuth, or as Jennifer views it, a busybody who pokes her nose in places it doesn&’t belong. What she doesn&’t know is Rachel has just had a visit from a member of that same household, a meek eighteen-year-old taken in after she was orphaned and treated like a servant. Young Shirley has been alarmed by a series of nasty pranks—and now she&’s heartbroken, and even more frightened, after finding her pet bird dead. There&’s something awful going on in the house on Chestnut Street, and neither her prim and proper sister nor Det. Lt. Stephen Mayhew can stop Rachel from finding out what it is . . . &“Rachel has never yet failed to solve a murder mystery. Never before have her methods been quite so devious and unorthodox as they are in this story.&” —The New York Times The Cat Wears a Noose was previously published under the pseudonymD.B. Olsen
The Cat Whisperer
by Mieshelle NagelschneiderWho says you can't train a cat? Just when you thought you had reached the end of your ball of twine, one of America's most popular cat behaviorists comes to the rescue of perplexed cat owners everywhere, providing practical and effective strategies for solving every feline behavior problem imaginable--from litter box issues to scratching, spraying, biting, and beyond. Cat Whisperer Mieshelle Nagelschneider has been helping people deal with these dilemmas for two decades, achieving a near-perfect success rate. Central to her approach is a keen understanding of the unique way cats see the world--their need for safety and security, their acute territoriality, and their insatiable desire to catch and kill prey. Her proven C.A.T. cat behavior modification plan is a commonsense course of action that can be specifically tailored to your cat in the context of its behavior problems and its particular household environment. Easy-to-implement solutions help transform even the most anxiety-riddled companions into confident, gregarious, and relaxed cats who live longer, happier, and healthier lives. Inside you'll discover * how to harness the power of "friendly pheromones" to improve your cat's appetite, exploration, grooming, and play * where, when, and how to create a litter box environment that will provide ease of access and reduce anxiety for you and your cat * how to end aggression in multiple-cat households and help your cats coexist peacefully Is it impossible to train a cat? Not anymore! Your days of yelling and tearing your hair out in the wake of the latest household "cat-astrophe" are over. In this fascinating and indispensable book, the Cat Whisperer takes you inside the mind of a feline to explain why members of one of the world's most inscrutable species act the way they do--and how you can convince them to change their behaviors for the sake of your peace of mind . . . and theirs.
The Cat Whisperer (Red Rhino)
by Jeff GottesfeldJen’s parents moved her all the way to Los Angeles, the least they could do was get her a pet. And Jen chose Mimi. Little did she know that Mimi was not the perfect cat. She was stubborn. She was standoffish. And she was mean. But one day, Mimi started talking to Jen and telling her what she wanted and needed. A talking cat? What could be better? Mimi shows Jen how much she loves her and makes the ultimate sacrifice. <P><P> Hi-Lo Chapter Books for Children. This series of short novels was designed to engage a broad spectrum of struggling readers. No longer will upper-elementary students have to read material junior to their maturity and interests. Characters are age appropriate and come from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Science fiction, sports, paranormal, realistic life, historical fiction, and fantasy are just a few of the many genres. Books are no higher than a 1.5 reading level, with illustrations on every spread that support visual literacy and draw kids into the text.