It's the season for giving but do you know what your cat really wants for Christmas? From Kandy Radzinski, the creator of the bestselling The Twelve Cats of Christmas, comes another yuletide treat with an animal twist. What Cats Want for Christmas gives a laugh-out-loud look into the hearts and minds of felines at holiday time. With clever rhymes and colorful illustrations, now cats get their chance to pen a letter to Santa. Forget the catnip! Whether it's Benny who longs for a sweater -- knit of a red Irish setter or Arty who wants a silver dish -- filled with little silver fish, Santa (and readers of all ages) will chuckle with delight at this fun-filled wish list. Cat owners will be tempted to leave this book open to share with their favorite pet. It's the purr-fect gift!

Proving that cats don't have the last word when it comes to making Christmas lists, author and artist Kandy Radzinski returns this holiday season with the canine companion book to last year's favorite, What Cats Want for Christmas. Using witty poems and winsome illustrations, What Dogs Want for Christmas lets our four-footed friends speak for themselves. And what does Man's Best Friend have on his holiday list? Ruffus, a dapper Scottie, would love "something with fur... that once went purr..." while the more practical basset hound Daisy complains, "My ears hang down to my feet. Can you fix them so they're short and neat?" Santa is going to need a bigger sleigh to fulfill some of these holiday wishes! After reading What Dogs Want for Christmas, canine lovers of all ages will think twice before buying another chew toy.Kandy Radzinski received her Master of Science in Art from East Texas State University. She taught art at Central Washington State College and the University of Tulsa. Kandy has illustrated children's books, posters, greeting cards, and even a six-foot penguin. Her books with Sleeping Bear Press include What Cats Want for Christmas and I is for Idea: An Inventions Alphabet. Kandy lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Pet lovers will perceive immediately that this bookï¿1/2s unique feature is its radical approach to feline care. Author Claire Bessant writes exclusively from the catï¿1/2s viewpoint, rather than from that of the animalï¿1/2s human owner. Broadening her readerï¿1/2s understanding with reliable facts on feline traits, she enriches her book with advice on keeping cats safe and contented both in the house and outside. As a noted feline expert, Ms. Bessant provides a full summary of health problems common among cats and offers information on treatments and remedies. She stresses the fact that in todayï¿1/2s hi-tech and fast-paced urban environment, owners must remember that cats are still essentially the animals they were when they lived in Egypt. Though they have fit smoothly into todayï¿1/2s human environment, they retain their good health only for as long as their owners remain aware of basic feline needs and wants. Every cat lover will want to read and re-read this discerning book.

Award winning fine artist Joe Pearce brings wisdom, humor, and creative perspective to the trials, tribulations, and party that is life. After growing up in the drug culture of the 70’s, Joe Pearce turned to a fundamentalist church for personal redemption. He felt called to become a traveling evangelist and musical artist, which is how he met his wife. Joe eventually transitioned away from that belief system to become part of corporate America. Joe was working a job in financial services, 20 years into marriage, when his wife developed severe schizophrenia. The Art of My Life explores Joe’s struggles with care taking for, and coping with, his wife’s illness. Joe tells a raw, blatantly honest narrative of his unique life experiences while weaving in themes of his and other's art with the hopes of helping people find their passion along their own unique paths.

Bringing A New Cat Or Kitten Into your life can be one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have. You may be a single, urban dweller seeking a companion at the end of the day; a mother and father deciding on when to get a pet for you and your children; or someone who just lost a cat and is not sure of the right time to start looking for a new one. Regardless of your situation, you'll want to learn how to provide for your cat, establish a relationship with him or her, and learn how to live together happily. This complete guide to starting off right with your new feline companion is the perfect place to begin. From learning where to find your a cat to the how-tos of feeding and caring, award-winning writer and pet expert Kim Campbell Thornton tells you exactly what you need to know to make informed decisions that will benefit both you and your new cat. You'll find the answers to specific questions such as Where should I get a cat? Are some cat breeds better with children than others? Is my cat sick? Should I buy premium cat foods? Which houseplants are toxic for cats? What do I need to know before taking my cat to a kennel? Why does my cat rub up against me? And many, many more. Organized in an easy-to-use question-and-answer format, Starting Out Right With Your New Cat is a welcoming book for any new or potential cat owner. This book will ensure that you have the expectations and information you need to launch a lifetime of loving feline companionship. Book jacket.