New Cat Stuff

Purchases from Dark Star Bookstore and Lucky Cat MewSeum:

Greeting cards, and a postcard featuring Spooky the Bookstore Cat

A book that I've not seen anywhere else. 
My favorite kind of cat book...unique!

Cat magnets.
Will sneak them onto the 'fridge.

The crazy thing is: no new cat neck scarves!

Usually, I can be counted on to score one or two when out and about, but guess Ohio's cat scarf supply was low when I was roaming there.

Disclaimer: I purchased these items for my own use and amusement, and include the shops and their websites as a courtesy to my readers.  

I only post about items that I believe others will enjoy, and for no financial gain for myself.

The York Cat Crime Mysteries

I read books, and listen to audiobooks

I like mysteries, and I like cats!

Spending my downtime reading books about cats solving mysteries...oh yeah, sign me UP!

Theodore, despite his fluffy good looks, has a nose for human crime.  His human Emily has no idea that the cat is a detective, but Jonathan has his suspicions. Often going no farther than his backyard, Theodore finds he's up to his paws in trouble...and a touch of comedy!

The York Cat Crime Mystery Series, written by James Barrie
Book 1: The First of Nine
Book 2: Rear Window
Book 3: The Call of the Cat Basket

See the stack of books on the table behind Sweetie?
And that's just one baby stack of books at Eastside Cats, trust me!

I am devoted to the library...when life was normal, I'd visit multiple libraries in my travels.  I walk the shelves, looking for titles and authors that catch my fancy.

Sometimes, however, I must HAVE!

Owning books is a delight that is almost as luscious as being owned by a cat.

But how to have books without breaking one's budget?

Abe Books!

From the website:

"AbeBooks is an online marketplace for books, fine art and collectibles where you can discover and buy the things you love. Trusted independent sellers from around the world offer for sale millions of new, used and rare books, as well as art and collectibles through the AbeBooks websites."

I thank my friend from Trout Talkin' Tabbies for suggesting Abe Books, and I'm a believer!

The York Cat Crime Mysteries were NOWHERE to be found at any local library, but Abe Books had them.

  And the price was right!

Illustration by Ms. Cat
Image taken from the interwebs

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Disclaimer: I purchased each item featured today for my own use and amusement, and mention the author and website as a courtesy to my readers.  I only post about items that I think you all may enjoy, and for no financial gain for myself.  

National Read A Book Day!

Are you kidding me?

As if I need a specific date to remind me to read!

In honor of this TREMENDOUSLY IMPAWTANT DAY, celebrated every September 6th,
I give you the just released and newest book in Sofie Kelly's "Magical Cats Mysteries" series:

"A Case Of Cat and Mouse"
Hardcover, 304 pages
Published September 1st 2020 by Berkley Books
ISBN0440001161 (ISBN13: 9780440001164)
Magical Cats Mystery #12

"When librarian Kathleen Paulson moved to Mayville Heights, Minnesota, she had no idea that two strays would nuzzle their way into her life. Owen is a tabby with a catnip addiction and Hercules is a stocky tuxedo cat who shares Kathleen's fondness for Barry Manilow. But beyond all the fur and purrs, there's something more to these felines."

I have the entire series!

So, for today's 'holiday', I am reading my copy of "A Case Of Cat and Mouse"...

Oops!

Why, oh why do I use a bookmark that sports a ribbon?
That ribbon attracts CATS!!!

What will you read today?

Jigsaw Puzzle

108Celestial Chuck and Book

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Edit:

Angel Allie left for The Rainbow Bridge

Click here to leave condolences at Friends FurEver Blog

The Joe Grey Books

The Joe Grey Series

written by Shirley Rousseau Murphy

Cat on the Edge (book 1) 1996

Cat Under Fire (book 2) 1998

Cat Raise the Dead (book 3) 1999

Cat in the Dark (book 4) 1999

Cat to the Dogs (book 5) 2000

Cat Spitting Mad (book 6) 2001

Cat on the Money (short fiction) 2010 

Cat Laughing Last (book 7) 2002

Cat Seeing Double (book 8) 2003

Cat Fear No Evil (book 9) 2004

Cat Cross Their Graves (book 10) 2005

Cat Breaking Free (book 11) 2005

Cat Pay the Devil (book 12) 2007

Cat Deck the Halls (book 13) 2007

Cat Playing Cupid (book 14) 2009

Cat Striking Back (book 15) 2009

Cat Coming Home (book 16) 2010

Cat Telling Tales (book 17) 2011

Cat Bearing Gifts (book 18) 2012

Cat Shout for Joy (book 19) 2016

Cat Shining Bright (book 20) 2017

Cat Chase the Moon (book 21) 2019

Image taken from http://www.joegrey.com/

A few days ago, Shirley Rousseau Murphy's Facebook page reported that there will be no more Joe Grey books.

I discovered Joe Grey in 2009, while on a 6-month layoff from my job.

There was a lot of time to read!

I purchased every book, instead of checking them out from the library...that's how much I LOVE Joe Grey!

After that, every new book was snapped up on the day it was released.

All good things come to an end, but wait...there's more!

While researching the series, I've just discovered that all of the books are on audiobook.

Woo Hoo!

I've already re-read all of the books many times, but now...I get to listen to them!

Sad to see Joe Grey, Dulcie, and their furry and human families fade away, but I'll never forget these fabulous stories.

And for those who don't know the series...I'll let you in on a secret:

Joe Grey...the cat...can talk!

And he feels it's his duty to assist the local police in solving crime.

Disclaimer:  I received no compensation for this post.  I write about things that interest me, and that I believe will interest my readers, and give my honest opinions.

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Rocking Resale for Cats

Purchased this huge styrofoam box,
as a future feral cat home.  Just cut an entrance square,
tape silver duct wrap around inside to reflect
cat body heat, and fill with straw...voila!

My resale shopping friend gave me this tabby
cat statue!
Front

Back
It's adorable!  Thanks, KP!
Going in the home cat statue collection

Found this book at C Mac Neill Book Dealer in Berkley, Michigan.
His doggie was napping on the couch, so not only did I find
a great cat book, but I petted a doggie too!

Sleeping bookstore doggie, who turned over just enough for me
to pet his tummy...squee!

This book was 50 cents at Council Thrift...but it's filled with adorable photos!

This is just one photo from that book