As the Easter weekend approaches, feline detectives Hettie Bagshot and Tilly Jenkins are called to investigate the murder of local radio DJ Hartley Battenberg. Bowled over by the prospect of a bake-off competition, a cricket match and an outdoor screening of The Sound of Music, Hettie and Tilly struggle through a sea of trifle to catch out a killer. Will Bunty Basham's eleven be triumphant? Has Whisker FM played its final jingle? And will celebrity cook Fanny Haddock get her just desserts? Join them as they tune in to a world of blackmail, obsession and murderous pies.

Hailed as "the founding mother of cat psychology," Carole Wilbourn has received international attention for her feline expertise. With her emphasis on treating the total cat, the "Wilbourn Ways" to a healthy cat follow the guiding principles of the ancient Greeks -- a sound mind in a sound body. Wilbourn explains how to talk to your cat -- and how to listen. She provides tools that can help you recognize, understand, and respond to your cat's body language, vocalization, and facial expressions -- the keys to your cat's behavior.

Wilbourn addresses specific situations that may develop with even the best-cared-for feline. You will learn how to detect the underlying causes to your cat's problem behavior -- whether yours is antisocial, self-destructive, or an overly aggressive "attack cat" -- and you'll receive invaluable guidance on everything from your cat's eating disorders and litter box aversion to its phobias and depression.

Whether you're introducing a new cat or person into your feline's environment or caring for an abused refugee, The Total Cat provides the insights necessary for understanding your cat at every stage of its life.

Cats were just as favored in ancient Egypt as they are today. Egyptian paintings of domesticated cats date back 3,600 years, and animal cults included worship to the cat goddess Bastet. This AUC Press Nature Foldout explores wild and domestic cats of Egypt: large cats like the Cheetah, the Leopard, and the Caracal, which are all extremely threatened or near extinction within Egypt; and smaller cats including the African Wild Cat, Swamp Cat, Sand Cat, and Egyptian Mau. Whether wild or household pets, cats have long been beloved by people. - Each species described and illustrated, alongside examples of their natural prey in the wild - Map of Egypt describing the various habitats of wild cats, as well as locations of ancient Egyptian sites where the cat was worshiped and mummified - Noted appearances of felines in hieroglyphs and reliefs - Conservation efforts for threatened cat species About the series: The AUC Press Nature Foldout series combine, in beautifully practical form, a wealth of information written by leading experts with striking full-color illustrations on the flora and fauna of Egypt and the Middle East. Designed for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers, as well as for indoor use, the foldouts come in an easily foldable format, at once compact, waterproof, and portable, making them durable and convenient travel guides. Size is 23 x 8.5 in. / 58.5 x 21.5 cm unfolded.

This is the ultimate practical project book for your furry friend, with catwalk fashions and furnishings, kitty recipes, exciting games and amusements, and even a fun guide to astrology and your cat's horoscope. It includes inspirational craft projects such as coats and collars, delicious recipes to tempt even the fussiest eaters, grooming, massage and aromatherapy techniques, and exciting games to keep your feline companion amused. It offers great food ideas to cheer up your pet's day, such as Sardine Soup, Mouseburger Bites and Rabbit Chasseur. It guarantees healthy pets with bright eyes and bushy tails. Cats are meant to be worshipped, and this book shows how to create the purrfect pet environment for your very best friend. The book begins with ideas for creating dream castles and carriers filled with luxurious soft furnishings. Every moggie wants to look good, and there are easy-to-sew projects such as a tartan winter coat and a high-fashion diamante collar. The book includes recipes that your cat will love, from fish fancies and mackerel munchies to puss poussin. Every feline needs to be pampered, and a wash-and-brush-up guide gives grooming and fur-styling techniques for both short- and long-haired cats, as well as massage tips. A section on games explains how to make paper mice, felt bird toys and a scratching post. There is even a fun guide to astrology, exploring your cat's zodiac sign and personality.

A delightfully quirky, cute, and funny guide to horoscopes told through adorable cat photographs.

With the help of a collection of sweet and hilarious cat pictures, Castrology will unlock all the secrets of the stars that you need to know, including:

• Each of the signs at their best and worst (and the perfect cat to illustrate them)
• The common traits of each element and modality in the zodiac
• What do you and your "sister sign" have in common? Find out, with the perfect cat picture to complement it...
• And of course: the right cat for you, based on your star sign!

The hugely popular story of a certain bedraggled white feline and the curmudgeon he adopted one Christmas Eve resumes—in new tales at once humorous and heartwarming. As Polar Bear shuns the celebrity bestowed on him by the success of The Cat Who Came for Christmas, as his ownee carries the search for Polar Bear's horoscope all the way to America's First Lady, and as romance intrudes and forces Polar Bear to take matters into his own paws, the chronicles of cat and curmudgeon rise to unprecedented heights of hilarity and charm.

For this book of cats in costume, Susan Herbert turns from masterpieces of fine art to masterpieces of theater. Painting in her familiar and highly popular style, this imaginative artist presents an irresistible array of well-known characters in the great Shakespearean plays, from the tragic Romeo and Juliet to the mischievous Titania, from the beautiful Cleopatra to the roguish Falstaff. In thirty-two entrancing paintings, Susan Herbert opens up an unsuspected world of Shakespeare interpreted by cats with all their winning ways. Her many devoted admirers will find this collection full of the charm and humor of her earlier books; and newcomers to her art will be surprised and enchanted by the finesse she brings to this portrait gallery of cats in unusual guises.

Human nutrition expert and author of the critically acclaimed "What to Eat, "Marion Nestle, Ph.D., M.P.H., has joined forces with Malden C. Nesheim, Ph.D., a Cornell animal nutrition expert, to write "Feed Your Pet Right, "the first complete, research-based guide to selecting the best, most healthful foods for your cat or dog. A comprehensive and objective look at the science behind pet food, it tells a fascinating story while evaluating the range of products available and examining the booming pet food industry and its marketing practices. Drs. Nestle and Nesheim also present the results of their unique research into this sometimes secretive industry. Through conversations with pet food manufacturers and firsthand observations, they reveal how some companies have refused to answer questions or permit visits. The authors also analyze food products, basic ingredients, sources of ingredients, and the optimal ways to feed companion animals. In this engaging narrative, they explain how ethical considerations affect pet food research and product development, how pet foods are regulated, and how companies influence veterinary training and advice. They conclude with specific recommendations for pet owners, the pet food industry, and regulators. A road map to the most nutritious diets for cats and dogs, "Feed Your Pet Right "is sure to be a reference classic to which all pet owners will turn for years to come.

A hilarious, colourful collection of straight-talking, no-nonsense advice from very sassy cats Favourite suggestions include: * Embrace "Procatstination": F*** it off and do it tomorrow * Focus on the sh*t you can control (like naps) * Shine so bright that those b*tches need sunglasses Cats have lived the right way for centuries, it's about time we started listening to them.

The heart-warming true holiday story of a little boy and the cat that changed his life. Julia's nine-year-old son George was autistic. Quiet and withdrawn, he appeared lost in his own world. Then one day a small black-and-white stray cat appeared in her garden and George's face lit up. George bonded with Ben and began to open up to his mother as well. For three happy years, the trio was inseparable and George made remarkable progress. But then disaster struck-Ben went missing and George regressed. The weeks turned into months, and Christmas was fast approaching, but on December 21, Julia got a call from a family more than fifty miles away, which finally offered a ray of hope... Genuinely touching, The Cat Who Came Back for Christmas is a story about devotion, love, and a holiday miracle, and is the perfect gift for cat lovers as well as fans of Lil Bub, I Am Pusheen the Cat, and A Street Cat Named Bob. Perfect for: * White elephant gifts * Animal lover gifts * Cat gifts * Gifts for cat lovers * Christmas gifts

Have you ever moved house, over a distance of 350 miles, with four cats? If you haven't, and are thinking about it, I'll give you some advice: don't. If you really must move, try to get the cats to arrange their own transport. Focus on yourself instead. You'll have plenty to think about as it is, and the cats will only get in the way with their sarcasm and hairballs. I moved from Norfolk to Devon with four cats and it felt like such an impossible ordeal, part of me believes that I actually died somewhere along the way and am now living in some kind of afterlife: very much like real life, but a little slower moving, and with slightly clearer air. "That's just the West Country," I've been told, but I can't be 100% certain.

Vicki Myron follows up her #1 "New York Times" bestseller "Dewey" with stories of cats who inspire their owners- includes two brand-new Dewey stories!

Dewey is back with more heartwarming moments and life lessons to share, all told from the perspective of Dewey's "mom," retired librarian Vicki Myron.

From a divorced mother in Alaska who saved a drowning kitten on Christmas Eve to a troubled Vietnam veteran whose heart opened to a rescued cat-to two new stories featuring Dewey himself- these stories demonstrate the power animals have to touch and alter the course of our lives. This edition will also include a new, real-life story from a fan that highlights how a cat has touched his or her life.

Awards:
Cat Writers' Association Muse Medallion, Books - Health and General Care category
About.com Readers' Choice Award, Best Book about Cat Care

The all-in-one resource for cat owners

Do you consider cats valued members of the family? Do you want to ensure you're giving your beloved feline friend the very best possible care? Then this all-in-one, comprehensive cat care guide is for you

From grooming to litter box issues to nutrition and much more, "The Complete Cat's Meow" covers all the bases to raising and caring for kitties. It also shows you how to introduce a new kitten to other pets, handle behavioral problems, and make life comfortable for cats of all ages.Covers everything cat owners need to know about health, nutrition, behavior, and training Compelling photos of a wide variety of breeds Other titles by Arden: "The Irrepressible Toy Dog; Small Dogs, Big Hearts"

Whether you're a veteran cat owner or thinking about adding a feline to your family, "The Complete Cat's Meow" is your one-stop guide to comprehensive cat care.

Awards:
Cat Writers' Association Muse Medallion, Books - Health and General Care category
About.com Readers' Choice Award, Best Book about Cat Care

The all-in-one resource for cat owners

Do you consider cats valued members of the family? Do you want to ensure you're giving your beloved feline friend the very best possible care? Then this all-in-one, comprehensive cat care guide is for you

From grooming to litter box issues to nutrition and much more, "The Complete Cat's Meow" covers all the bases to raising and caring for kitties. It also shows you how to introduce a new kitten to other pets, handle behavioral problems, and make life comfortable for cats of all ages.Covers everything cat owners need to know about health, nutrition, behavior, and training Compelling photos of a wide variety of breeds Other titles by Arden: "The Irrepressible Toy Dog; Small Dogs, Big Hearts"

Whether you're a veteran cat owner or thinking about adding a feline to your family, "The Complete Cat's Meow" is your one-stop guide to comprehensive cat care.

Move over dog lovers, "man" is getting inspurrrration from a new best friend-cats

God placed cats on earth with a special mission-to provide unconditional God-like love and support to their owners. In "Good Mews, " Kitty Chappell captures the playful and inquisitive characteristics we all love about the feline species, and she turns everyday occurrences into a practical life application. Her uplifting stories parallel real life circumstances in the overall scheme of God's view, ending with a scripture tie-in. It's a simple and fun approach to understanding ourselves and God a little better, and maybe even our cats, too Foreword by Martha Bolton, who's written comedy for performers such as Bob Hope, Phyllis Diller, and Mark Lowry. A great book for devotions
There are 35 million cat owners in the United States. Millions of these cat owners love their special pets enough to celebrate special days with them. More than 13 million cats receive birthday celebrations, and more than 37 million cats get Christmas gifts

It's happened to all of us: we fall asleep alone and wake up cuddling a cat. But that isn't our cat. We don't own a cat. Of course, that hasn't stopped him from breaking in and finding the most comfortable bit of the linen closet to claim as his own. Whether it's our next-door neighbor's tabby who always appears in our yard or a ragdoll who has somehow slipped through the open window on the second floor, cats have a way of ending up in our lives (and cupboards) when we least expect it. This Is Not My Cat is a collection of stories and photos of the cats around the world who have charmed their ways into our lives (and occasionally scared us in our bathrooms).

The Sunday Times Bestseller: A heartwarming memoir about a man at the mercy of his unpredictable, demanding and endlessly lovable cats. 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? Like many intellectuals, The Bear would prefer a life of quiet solitude with plenty of time to gaze forlornly into space and contemplate society's ills. Unfortunately he is destined to spend his days surrounded by felines of a significantly lower IQ . . . 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.

'Some say your previous cat chooses your new feline. If so, what in cat heaven's name was our beloved Cleo thinking when she sent us a crazy cat like Jonah?' Jonah entered Helen Brown's life not long after she was diagnosed with breast cancer and had begun recovery from a mastectomy. His arrival coincided with the finalisation of her previous book, Cleo, as well as preparations for the wedding of her son and struggles with her daughter's determination to embark on a spiritual journey. Jonah, as it happened, was just as headstrong as Helen's daughter. So while Helen attempted to deal with her own mortality and help arrange a wedding, her daughter took off to war-torn Sri Lanka and Jonah fled down the street. In After Cleo, Came Jonah, Helen Brown writes with honesty and humour about family life, its serious setbacks and life-changing events. She also learns that sometimes the best thing a strong mother and cat slave can do is step back, have faith in those she loves and be grateful nothing's perfect. As Helen writes in her dedication, this book is 'to cats and daughters who don't always come when called'.

A charming collection of quotes about cats from our favourite authors, accompanied by artwork in the trademark style of Paul Magrs (author of The Panda, the Cat and the Dreadful Teddy). ‘I love them, they are so nice and selfish’ – L.M. Montgomery This collection of quotes from the literary greats explores just why cats have fascinated, mesmerised and often infuriated writers for centuries. Celebrating the mystery of these daydreaming, snarky, selfish, watchful, contemplative and changeable creatures, Puss in Books helps cat and book lovers to understand these beings who have intrigued great thinkers and writers since the dawn of time. Quotes include: ‘Time spent with a cat is never wasted’ – Colette ‘Those who play with cats must expect to get scratched’ – Miguel de Cervantes ‘If cats could write history, their history would be mostly about cats’ – Eugen Weber

Your pet's name reflects to a great degree its personality. Renowned numerologist Ellin Dodge teaches you how to analyze the name of your cat or dog (or even yourself!) according to numerology rules, methods, and techniques she has designed.

From Ace to Zummo includes more than 2,500 names listed alphabetically, plus specific and accurate personality portraits, including the pet's:

• challenges
• best collar and accessory color
• energy level
• favorite toys
• compatibility with children

Whether you're looking for a name for a new pet or are curious about the meaning behind your current pet's name, From Ace to Zummo offers charming yet practical insight into your beloved pet, be it a poodle, a Persian, or even a person.

You Want The Best For Your Pets
After the massive commercial pet food recall in 2007, you're probably concerned about why to feed your dog or cat. "The Natural Pet Food Cookbook: Healthful Recipes For Dogs And Cats" gives you great ways to supplement your pet's primary diet with nutritious meals that you prepare; that way, you're sure your dog or cat gets healthy variety. With nn emphasis on natural ingredients and lots of colorful, fun illustrations, this cookbook gives you:
* More than 50 vet-approved, pet-tested recipes, ranging from basic kibble to casseroles to stews
* Tips on cooking techniques, food selection, and more
* Info on storing and freezing your homemade pet foods
* Details about the nutritional requirements of dogs and cats
* Warnings about potentially harmful foods

You Want The Best For Your Pets
After the massive commercial pet food recall in 2007, you're probably concerned about why to feed your dog or cat. "The Natural Pet Food Cookbook: Healthful Recipes For Dogs And Cats" gives you great ways to supplement your pet's primary diet with nutritious meals that you prepare; that way, you're sure your dog or cat gets healthy variety. With nn emphasis on natural ingredients and lots of colorful, fun illustrations, this cookbook gives you:
* More than 50 vet-approved, pet-tested recipes, ranging from basic kibble to casseroles to stews
* Tips on cooking techniques, food selection, and more
* Info on storing and freezing your homemade pet foods
* Details about the nutritional requirements of dogs and cats
* Warnings about potentially harmful foods

Written by experts from the UK, the USA and Switzerland, this book focuses on the major issues affecting the welfare of domestic cats. It covers behaviour, the human-cat relationship, and the impact of housing, disease, nutrition and breeding on welfare.