Cats! Love 'em or hate 'em, they have a way of insinuating themselves into your affections and into your life. Retired schoolmistress Josephine Reid hated cats. Nasty, flea-ridden, bird-murdering pests - she would've preferred to share her home with vermin than one of those loathsome creatures. So when her grandchildren found a lost kitten in her garden and begged her to look after it for them until they had a suitable home for it, Josephine was appalled. Reluctantly, she agreed - on condition that the arrangement was purely temporary. However, it took a great deal longer than anyone expected before the children were able to offer their kitten a home, during which time initial animosity gave way to tolerance and finally a tentative bond, growing stronger as time passed, formed between ex-school mistress and cat, only to be broken when the family moved to their new home with a garden. Appalled by the realisation that herself and the cat, christened "Mikey" by the children, were about to be separated, Josephine is forced to confront her feelings and admit she has grown fond of the creature, though she realizes she has little choice but to let him go. Mikey, however, has other ideas!
When C. D. Masterly--the director of a big budget western that could put the town of Empty Creek, Arizona, on the map--is murdered, it is up to ex-Marine, bookstore owner, and sometimes sleuth Penelope Warren and her cat "Big Mike" to discover who wanted Masterly written out of the script. Reprint.
Thirty-five years ago, Jeanne Adlon became New York City’s first full-time cat sitter, and since then, she has done it all. Jeanne has dodged tarantulas, served up kosher cat meals,and fed pampered felines in Waterford crystal goblets. Cat Calls recounts Jeanne’s experiences, from adventures with quirky cats to the challenges faced by a woman who’s determined to reach her clients despite blinding winter storms. But since Jeanne Adlon is no ordinary cat sitter, Cat Calls offers far more than tales of the cat. Over years of devoting herself to feline needs, Jeanne has become a recognized expert on cat care, so along with coauthor Susan Logan, Jeanne designed each of Cat Calls’ chapters to focus on important issues for cat owners, including adopting new pets, feeding your cat, coping with litter box problems, and much more. Charming anecdotes about Jeanne’s furry clients add examples of cat-care strategies that work. Whether you’re looking for commonsense cat-care advice or you simply want to relax with stories about little cats in a big city, Cat Calls is sure to please.
From Michael Ondaatje: an electrifying novel, by turns thrilling and deeply moving—one of his most vividly rendered and compelling works of fiction to date. In the early 1950s, an eleven-year-old boy boards a huge liner bound for England. At mealtimes, he is placed at the lowly "Cat's Table" with an eccentric and unforgettable group of grownups and two other boys. As the ship makes its way across the Indian Ocean, through the Suez Canal, into the Mediterranean, the boys find themselves immersed in the worlds and stories of the adults around them. At night they spy on a shackled prisoner—his crime and fate a galvanizing mystery that will haunt them forever. Looking back from deep within adulthood, and gradually moving back and forth from the decks and holds of the ship to the years that follow the narrator unfolds a spellbinding and layered tale about the magical, often forbidden discoveries of childhood and the burdens of earned understanding, about a life-long journey that began unexpectedly with a sea voyage.
Catherine Russell lived the first twelve years of her life in poverty. In school, children teased her everyday because her family was poor, or so she thought. Her best friend, Gerald Lucas, stood by her side throughout the hard times. As an only child, Geralds parents supplied all of his wants and needs. Yet when tragedy strikes Catherines family, he sacrifices his own happiness to save her. Years later, Geralds womanizing becomes too much for Catherine to bear, and the life-long friends find themselves at odds. Gerald doesnt see anything wrong with having sex with twin sisters, and Catherine tries to convince Gerald that he is sinning. Tragedy strikes again, and the two friends separate. Only to realize some time later that they are meant to be together.
Mickey Rooney Was Right is D.W. Paone’s autobiography with the emphasis on his quest to achieve success as both a writer and assistant cameraman in the entertainment industry. However, no matter how hard he tried, and he tried very hard, long-term success in both these aspects of the industry continued to elude him. While he had the opportunity to work on Law & Order and a handful of other high-profile jobs, and even sold a joke to Jay Leno, his career was a roller coaster ride of highs and lows in a fickle industry with no rhyme or reason. This book is for anyone who has attempted, or even considered a career in the entertainment industry, or followed a dream even when logic and those around him said to stop.
You can have it all! Abby Barton's TV career is taking off and now she and her husband can have the life they've always dreamed of in a lovely Irish town -- at least, in theory! But when your husband takes you for granted and your teenage daughter hates you, an adoring old flame can spell danger to your seemingly perfect life. Fortunately, Abby has her friends to keep her sane. For starters, her best friend, Sally, owns a beauty salon, and Sally and her husband throw fantastic parties, where there are still more friends to be made. Just be sure to share. Sally's friend Lizzie makes time for everybody: her gal pals, her grown children, even her ex-husband. But when her ex finds someone new, Lizzie can't help but wonder if she'll ever love again. The women are all thrilled to meet Erin, who has moved home to Ireland from Chicago for her husband's new job. But is she cut out for small-town life, and what of the family she left behind years ago? Together and on their own, these four women are about to face highs and lows they never anticipated. Only from each other can they learn that life is for the living and that they need to grab it with both hands....
IDW’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics synthesize and remix 40 years of Turtles’ lore and transform it into a single sprawling epic! This sourcebook collects and catalogs every character, every location, and every notable event—and serves as a comprehensive companion to that epic—into four issues by writer Patrick Ehlers. When the mutagen bomb goes off, the wall goes up and shell breaks loose! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles join throngs of new mutants and try to live normal lives in an extremely strange place. Issue #4 of TMNT: Sourcebook takes a tour of Mutant Town and explores how society reinvents itself in the wake of a paradigm shift. Men become beasts, friends become strangers, and enemies…become bandmates. Go inside the Splinter Clan’s efforts to protect Mutant Town from humans, aliens, gods, and even from itself.
Meet Mickey: The Cat with Dreams as Big as His Whiskers! Step into the whimsical world of Mickey, a charismatic cat whose dreams are as grand as his catnip-infused couch. From wild adventures in dreamland to navigating the hilarious complexities of CatWood, Mickey's journey is a rollercoaster of laughter, love, and unexpected twists. Join him as he paws his way through dreams, talent shows, romantic escapades, and presidential purr-suits. Get ready for a meow-nificent experience with Mickey – the feline with a flair for the extraordinary! Chapter – 6 So, Mickey's having a wild dream about being a cat heartthrob with not one, not two, but three kitty girlfriends – Mona, Maria, and Mira. They're all into him, singing songs and being all cute. But, oh boy, things take a twist when they decide to turn Mickey's ears into elephant-sized flappers. Dream logic, right? Now, back to reality. Mickey stumbles upon a talent show in CatWood, and let's just say it's a comedy gold mine. There's a magician cat named Tiger, whose tricks are more like "whoopsies" than "wow." First, he tries to make fruits disappear, but they're not going anywhere. Then, he promises a candy rain but ends up with a mouse shower instead! Talk about a cat-astrophe! But wait, the real show-stopper is when Tiger accidentally turns the falling mice into autumn leaves. The cats go nuts trying to catch them, leaving chaos on stage. Poor Zima, the host, takes a tumble, and the judges? Well, they're on a mission to catch mice too. Now, here's the kicker – Mickey, who was 11th in line, suddenly becomes the third participant. How? Nobody knows. But Mickey seizes the moment with a barrage of cat jokes that have the whole audience in stitches. As if things couldn't get crazier, Zima, the host, decides to give Mickey a kiss. But hold your paws! Mickey panics, realizing his cat girlfriend might see him on TV kissing another kitty. He shouts a hilarious "NOOOO!" and narrowly escapes a potential broom attack. Chapter 6 is a sidesplitting mix of dreams, talent show disasters, and Mickey's comedic genius, making you wonder what kind of cat-astrophe he'll stumble into next! Stay tuned for more laughs and cat-tastic adventures. Meow on! Chapter – 7 So, picture this: Mickey's enjoying his cat paradise, right? Colorful walls, catnip-infused cookies in the kitchen, and a wardrobe full of stylish bowties. Life is good in CatWood, or so he thinks. Enter the Cat Postal Service, a.k.a. the PostCats. They knock on Mickey's door, delivering not just letters but a whole lot of drama. Mickey, being the lazy cat he is, tries to pass the responsibility to Jessie, his cat wife. But Jessie's having none of it. She's in the bathroom, probably plotting her next move in the ongoing battle for Mickey's attention. The first letter from Julie, the mysterious gray lady, drops a bomb. Turns out, Jessie might have more than just friendly intentions. Julie, being the drama-loving cat, writes a detailed letter to Mickey, exposing Jessie's plans to steal his affection. Mickey, in a panic, decides to hide the letters, fearing Jessie's wrath. But, oh no, clumsy Mickey drops the first letter right in front of Jessie. Chaos ensues! Jessie, discovering the lovey-dovey letter, goes from confused to furious in seconds. She reads aloud, "Meow, meow, and a thousand meows! How's my favourite whisker-twitching, tail-wagging, utterly charming cat doing today?" Jessie's eyes widen, and she starts connecting the dots about a potential kitten-making plan. As Jessie confronts Mickey, accusing him of planning a feline family with the mysterious Julie, things take a turn for the worse. Mickey, attempting a dramatic escape, heads for the window. But Jessie, armed with slippers and a flower vase, goes full-on warfare mode. Slippers fly, vases crash, and Mickey finds himself on the wrong end of Jessie's feline fury. In a dramatic sequence of events, Jessie, with a battle cry, leaps onto Mickey. The heavy, 30-kilogram cat bomb drops, and Mickey lets out a symphony of yowls and cries. In the midst of this love triangle catastrophe, Mickey realizes that being a charismatic cat comes with its share of risks. Will he survive Jessie's wrath? Will the love triangle drama ever end? Stay tuned for the next chapter of Mickey's rollercoaster romantic escapades in CatWood! Chapter – 8 In the heart of the United States of Meow Cats headquarters, President Mickey faces a catnapping plot that takes an unexpected turn. After a triumphant victory in the presidential election, President Mickey is all set for his parade when he gets diverted into a dark and mysterious path by a seemingly trustworthy cat. Little does he know, he's fallen into the clutches of the Anti-President Gang! In the gloomy lair of the Anti-President Gang, Mickey discovers a room filled with cat mischief and rebellious nonsense. From posters declaring "Whiskers Unite Against Mickey!" to a disco ball trying to add glamour to their campaign, it's clear they've gone all out in their anti-Mickey antics. Tied to a plush throne with rainbow-colored yarn, Mickey finds himself at the mercy of the feline villains. The gang, led by the bossy John, reveals their motive for catnapping the president - they can't stand Mickey's rising popularity and want to put an end to it. Negotiations for his release take a hilarious turn when Mickey's urgent need for a bathroom break becomes the focal point. John, fearing the wrath of his own wife, refuses to let Mickey use the restroom unless a hefty sum of Meow Attention is paid. As Mickey desperately tries to hold on, a series of comedic exchanges ensue, painting a vivid picture of the chaotic lair and the absurdity of the situation. In a surprising turn of events, Mickey's bladder gives in, leading to a moment of embarrassment and panic for both him and the gang. Seizing the opportunity, Mickey makes a break for it, running through dark corridors and narrowly escaping the clutches of the Anti-President Gang. The word spreads like wildfire, and soon, Mickey finds himself in the midst of a crowd of concerned citizens, eager reporters, and bodyguards. As questions about his wet pants and the catnapping attempt flood in, Mickey weaves a creative tale about liquid weapons and bravely escaping the clutches of his captors. Chapter – 9 Picture this: President Mickey, reigning over the United States of Meow Cats from his grand office adorned with fish-shaped pens, is in for a claw-some surprise. The country is in the midst of a housing crisis, and the blame game among ministers reaches WWE-worthy levels. Immigration issues, cardboard shortages, and a gang of smugglers add layers to this fur-raising tale. As Mickey grapples with the crisis, enter Tiger, a magician cat with a flair for drama. Meanwhile, the cat cabinet's internal war escalates, with the FBIMC's head officer declaring an unexpected war against Mickey. Amidst political intrigue and feline chaos, Mickey faces the daunting task of untangling the housing crisis. In a chapter filled with meow-dacious twists, comedic turns, and unexpected alliances, readers are in for a rollercoaster ride. Will Mickey emerge victorious, or will the United States of Meow Cats succumb to pandemonium? Find out as this uproarious chapter weaves political satire, feline humor, and unexpected antics that will leave readers clawing for more! Chapter – 10 Cat Dreams to Cat Naps: The Business Saga Mickey, the cat with dreams as big as his catnip-infused couch, decides to become a billionaire entrepreneur. However, his pursuit of wealth takes a hilarious turn when he explores weight loss online, battles with a sassy AI assistant, and gets inspired by the extravagant lives of 'Cat Billionaires' on TV. Mickey's Restaurant: A Love-Infused Catastrophe Launching 'Mickey's Restaurant,' a haven for single girl cats with the irresistible offer of free meals, seemed like a purrfect plan. But when Mickey's romantic pursuits lead to heartbreak, bankruptcy looms. The dream of being a cat billionaire shatters, and bouncers arrive to collect debts. Will Mickey's entrepreneurial dreams survive the chaos of love and finance? From Whisker Wonderland to Business Woes Join Mickey in a rollercoaster ride of whimsical business ventures, heartwarming dreams, and unexpected pitfalls. Can Mickey rise from financial ruin and find the elusive balance between love and business? Find out in the next chapter of Mickey's unforgettable journey!
