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29 Best Books About Cats

Enthralling stories that are perfect to read if you’re a cat lover

Cats are special in that they’re independent enough to go on their own adventures. These books are great reads if you’re a fan of cats over dogs.

This list includes informative explanations of cat body language, cat adventures and a lot of them are great as bedtime stories for kids. You can’t go wrong here, mostly because they’re about cats!

#1 How To Speak Cat: A Guide to Decoding Cat Language

How To Speak Cat: A Guide to Decoding Cat Language Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Plenty of people talk to their cats, and imagine that their cats talk back — well now with this book, you can! Well not really, but it will help you be able to communicate better with your feline friend. This National Geographic kids guide to pet behavior provides insight on pet body language and habits, and a lot more!

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#2 Tracking the Panthera family by Jan Fleischmann

Tracking the Panthera family by Jan Fleischmann Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Embark on a magnificent adventure in the trails of the big cat animals, all belonging to the Panthera family. With stunning photos, exciting field stories and informative factual texts, the photographer Jan Fleischmann and the factual writer Maria Veneke Ylikomi guide the readers to the large cats’ territories; the tiger’s jungles, the savannahs and bush forests where the lion and leopard are residing, and the rivers and wetlands where the mighty jaguar is roaming.

We also meet the fifth member of the Panthera family, the elusive snow leopard, who is the master of the mountains in Central Asia. What’s on the jaguar’s menu? How does the tiger live? Who are the enemies of the lion? How to see the difference between a jaguar and a leopard? The answers are found in the book, where we also get acquainted with some of the scientists and nature guides who are fighting for the big threatened felines.

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#3 The Little Cat With Stars in his Eyes by Christopher Evans

The Little Cat With Stars in his Eyes by Christopher Evans Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

A little Cat who sleeps all day And never seems to want to play. He just lies around without a care On the warmest bed or the softest chair. But when the sun goes down at the end of the day, The little Cat wakes and slips away. He hurries to a hilltop high, Where he sits beneath the twinkling sky. To watch the stars as they play and chat Means all the world to this little Cat. Returning home at morning’s light, Where he sleeps right through until the night. When once again his heart desires, To see the stars…that he so admires.

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#4 Cat Proverbs by David Walker

Cat Proverbs by David Walker Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

For all cat lovers, their behaviour is both fascinating and frustrating. We think we understand them, but we do not. We think we own them, but they own us. We are like lovers who are constantly rebuffed and rejected because their main characteristic is indifference. We struggle with, and seek to break down, that indifference.

Within the routine of places to sleep and things to eat, their lives proceed in slow, stately equanimity. So their languid self-possession becomes an emotional magnet for our affection.. We flatter ourselves that we do know how they think, and even what motivates them. But the plain fact is that we have barely a clue. This book offers a few sketchy suggestions for the rules which govern their lives.

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#5 A Cat Called Dog by Jem Vanston

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Dog is a cat. The only problem is he doesn’t behave like one. Instead he wags his tail when happy, sticks out his tongue when confused and yaps just like a puppy whenever he gets excited. Something must be done!

Against his better instincts, an old ginger tom called George decides to take on the task of teaching the kitten how to behave like a proper cat. After all, the pride of the species is at stake.

With the help of cheeky stray Eric, the mysterious François and the beautiful Miss Fifi, George gives Dog lessons in cat manners – but all does not go well. Maybe Dog will find it impossible to change?

Soon the cats face a more pressing threat, and one that will change their lives forever.

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#6 A Cat Called Dog 2 – The One with the Kittens by Jem Vanston

A Cat Called Dog 2 - The One with the Kittens by Jem Vanston Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

In this sequel to the much-loved A Cat Called Dog, we re-join the gang-George, Eric, Francois, Miss Fifi and, of course, Dog himself-as they embark on a quest to find the mother of three lost kittens. Daisy, Maisie and Boo last saw their mother when they escaped from a cat-catcher, and now they have no idea where she is.

Enter George, who appoints Dog as leader of the expedition to reunite them. On the way, they encounter a seemingly helpful Siamese cat Hettie who offers to show them the way, as well as two celebrity TV star cats-Christopher and Doris.

They also have to survive great dangers, including killer slugs and dinosaurs! Will the cats be able to find the kittens’ mother? And will Dog realise that there is a traitor in their midst before it’s too late? A Cat Called Dog 2: The One with the Kittens is a great fun book, suitable for children and cat lovers of all ages.

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#7 Harry, A Cat’s Tale by Sue Lawrence

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Harry is a friendly, rather large, Tabby cat who’s just moved into Eighty-Nine Pavilion Way. As he drifts into sleep, he meets some interesting new friends and ends up in some funny situations.

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#8 The Cats Who Crossed Over from Paris by R. F. Kristi

The Cats Who Crossed Over from Paris by R. F. Kristi Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

The Cats Who Crossed Over From Paris embroils readers in the escapades of a cross-continental furry family as they leave their native France for the United Kingdom for a spot of detective prowess. Told from Inca’s perspective, the story takes several surprising twists and turns and highlights the importance of family love and friendships.

Kristy says of Inca on whom the main character is based on, The Inca book series is founded on the escapades of a feisty Siberian kitty who considers herself a great sleuth. She continues, Inca the Siberian kitty, the main character, exemplifies the intelligence and cunning of our feline friends and is a sure-footed and strong-willed leader. Readers will surely admire Inca’s grace and wit as they follow the detective cat’s adventures in these unexpected tales of redemption.

This book series should be read by children who have a natural love of animals. The book is also great for cat lovers who will enjoy seeing the personalities shine through of their favourite member of the animal kingdom.

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#9 Timmy’s Adventure by C. D. Nichols

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Timmy was tired of laying around the house all day, he wanted to have an adventure, so when he heard his owner, Mrs. Burke, say she was going to the supermarket, Timmy decided to go too. When he and Mrs. Burke arrived in the carpark, Timmy hopped out and then began his adventure.

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#10 Jeff’s Adventures by Jess Lovering

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Jeff was a house cat. He lived in very comfortable surroundings. He had very little to worry about in life. He had a loving family, the Ashfords. He had food on demand and a lovely warm house to sleep in. One day, Jeff is accidentally left behind when the Ashfords move house. Jeff is left all alone and needs to fend for himself. He needs to learn to feed himself and, more importantly, he needs to come up with a plan to find the Ashfords and his new home.

He reluctantly enters the outside world, where he meets two other cats, Henry and Stevie. The three cats then embark on an adventure together to try and find Jeff’s new home. They encounter fun and danger Jeff had never previously dreamed of and discover the importance of friendship and loyalty.

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#11 The Fur A – Z by Lorna Johnston

The Fur A - Z by Lorna Johnston Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

The Fur is an original cat He’s one of a kind, no doubt about that. The Fur is a playful cat He jumps on the leaves and plays pittapat.

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#12 I Am Jacob by Maria Lindstroem

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Jacob is a Siamese cat living in a house with his cat-brother Robert, a human mother and a human child. Jacob is not elegant, as you would expect a Siamese cat to be. He isn’t even mysterious or very independent, as one would expect any cat to be. Jacob is chubby and a little clumsy. He loves his family very deeply and tries to find ways to keep everyone happy.. When doing this, funny and heart-warming events arise. In this book, Jacob is telling his true story in his own words.

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#13 Spike And The Blue Chair by Jo Hird

Spike And The Blue Chair by Jo Hird Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

The writer tells the story of her family and their transition through grief and bereavement. However, the story is told through the eyes of Spike the Cat, who joins them at the start of their crisis and takes on the role of observer, protector and helper. Spike is curious about many things, but he is especially curious about the blue chair.

One day, he discovers its magic and begins to see how he can help his family by gently leading them onto its seat. He is a cat with purpose, helping his family through the ‘rubbish days’ that slowly change into new hope and fresh beginnings. He watches as they become a new blended family and learns what it means to move on with courage and love.

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#14 The Yellow Cat in The Blue Suit by Phil Lyons

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The Yellow Cat is one of the friendliest cats that you could ever hope to meet! He is very sociable and likes to take real pride in his appearance. I hope that you will enjoy this little story book.

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#15 Noonistan by Jennie Rose

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Noonistan is a magical city inhabited entirely by cats who can talk. Join seven-year-old James Jones and his talking Scottie dog, Jock, on an adventure to Noonistan and beyond where they will encounter slimy dog spit, fishbone battle dress, cats disguised as dogs and wild sandstorms in a spooky place called Nothingness where rats and mice scuttle amongst the rocks to escape strange ogres wearing goggles.

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#16 Visit To The Vets by Pam Craven

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Two young cats visit the vets and have an adventure. They get to go on a train and see all different types of animals at the vets. They get up to mischief and behave as if they own the place. This is a colourful, humorous short story with lovely illustrations that allow children to join in the adventure.

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#17 Christmas Kitten by Paul F Cookson

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The adventures of a cuddly white kitten, who has no name and has lost his family just before Christmas. Each chapter represents one day leading up to Christmas and can be read to overexcited children at bed time. A happy ending, complete with Father Christmas, is guaranteed.

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#18 When Kevin Found His Purr by Caz Harvey

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This is a story about a big, very special, ginger cat called Kevin and also a human called Caz. It’s a story about a cat and a human. But it’s really a story about how, sometimes, little, good things make big, bad things seem better. This is the story of how Kevin found his purr. This delightful illustrated story tells the tale of a lonely cat, and of a woman, who both needed love. A true story of how hope can come into your life when you need it most, how happiness can be found if you open your eyes to it, and above all of cats! This story will put a smile in any child, or cat lover’s, heart.

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#19 The Lost Hat (Book 1 of the Kitty Katz Club Series) by Sarah Milne

The Lost Hat (Book 1 of the Kitty Katz Club Series) by Sarah Milne Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Kitty Kat is on her way to the Primrose Park for a picnic when she finds a hat at the gate. She takes it upon herself to find the owner of the hat and embarks on an adventure that will take her far and wide. Kitty Kat meets the elegant Mr Swan and the Hip Hopping Mr Frog before taking a boat ride across the lake.

Then she meets the famous Primrose Marching Band, dancing and singing all the way around the park until she at last meets the owner of the lost hat. This enchanting story of The Lost Hat will have you and your child dancing and singing all day. After Sarah Milne wrote The Lost Hat, creating the characters, movement and songs, she was inundated with special requests by her students and parents to write more stories.

Sarah wrote her second book and due to the success and continued requests she is now writing her eighth story. The Kitty Katz Club is full of uplifting, enchanting stories, songs and dances about friendship, bravery, team building, confidence and helping one another.

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#20 The Adventures of Kippy Schofield and the Fantastical Cat by Mary Barr

The Adventures of Kippy Schofield and the Fantastical Cat by Mary Barr Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Kippy Schofield has an idyllic life in Hawaii. He swims with turtles, plays truant from school and is close to his brother, Scotty. When Scotty is accepted at Oxford University, the family returns to their grey, narrow house in England. But tragedy strikes and Kippy’s beloved father is killed in an accident. Suffering from grief and expulsion from school, Kippy now has a different problem: Nanny B. Meane, the nanny hired to home-school him.

On arrival, she announces she’s ‘Meane by name and mean by nature.’ And she is.But then Kippy remembers Scotty’s tale of the magic rock and the fantastical cat that lives at the bottom of their garden. And that’s where his adventures really begin! Another delicious children’s novel from the imagination of Mary Barr, The Adventures of Kippy Schofield and the Fantastical Cat, introduces a modern family tale with echoes of the very best historical children’s fiction. Be prepared for an amusing, high-energy tale featuring lessons in friendship and family.

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#21 A Cat Called Cat by Lynda Franklin

A Cat Called Cat by Lynda Franklin Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Cat may look just an adorable little tabby, but don’t be misled by his appearance. For Cat is a witch’s cat with attitude. One Halloween Cat falls from his mistress’s broomstick and lands in Annie and Sam’s back garden. As a witch cannot return to the same place until the following Halloween, Cat knows he must stay with the children until he can be rescued.

Cat is a difficult, but exciting guest to have around, and soon he takes the children on several adventures through the rose bush in the garden, leading to The Lane. Weird and wonderful people live in The Lane, and it’s here they meet the Spell Master and Lady Prunella Pussington, a beautiful white cat with a scary secret. Eventually however, Halloween returns once more. What will happen to Cat now? Will his mistress return for him, or will he have to stay with Annie and Sam forever? Read on to find out!

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#22 A Big Fat Naughty Cat by Jax Harman

A Big Fat Naughty Cat by Jax Harman Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Like all cats Ginger can be very naughty. She steals clothes from the neighbours during the night. She then dresses in them and dances on the rooftops. The neighbours are tired of having their clothes stolen – so what can they do? Jax Harman’s engaging and humorous tale for children, wonderfully illustrated by the author, introduces Ginger, a dreamy, dancing cat whose natural joie de vivre often gives her owner Mr Nathaniel Lee quite a headache!

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#23 Moon Cat by Mariam Gamble

Moon Cat by Mariam Gamble Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

As night falls, Sleek White Cat goes on the prowl. But when she overhears someone playing a mysterious tune, how many new nocturnal friends will she make on her adventure to find out where it’s coming from? A fun story for pre-school children. With rhymes to encourage imagination and develop language skills, and bright, colourful illustrations to entrance even the youngest child, Moon Cat is a great story for reading out loud just before bed time.

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#24 The Adventures of Tommy the Tabby Cat by Sonnja Boffin

The Adventures of Tommy the Tabby Cat by Sonnja Boffin Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Follow the adventures of Tommy the Tabby cat! As a kitten, Tommy finds a home with a kind American family living in Germany. There he has the time of his life, without a care in the world. But when the family has to go back home to America, Tommy goes to a cat’s home, to be adopted by a new family. But then he suffers a terrible calamity and his life is turned upside down. What happens next? Will another family want him? Can Tommy come out on top?

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#25 Adventures of Wellington the Cat by Barbara Bush

Adventures of Wellington the Cat by Barbara Bush Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Wellington has a comfortable life, with a warm bed to sleep in and food in his tummy; he has a good home. But he is young and ambitious. He wants more from his humdrum life and is determined to find out what is beyond the garden fence. Join him on his journey to realise his dreams.

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#26 Renie’s Cats by Renie Lai

Renie's Cats by Renie Lai Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

We met in the street, on the corner, Palm to palm, nose to nose is holy palmers’ kiss, As time goes on, we are family, companions, In the end, we are apart between heaven and earth, We often miss the best view, because we want to hurry on too far… Maybe we can walk slowly and think twice. Many rich experiences are gained beside the way. A wonderful stray cat can be made, A magical lame cat can be seen, An admirable homeless cat can be found… Many amazing things can happen every day. All are in Renie’s cats. Many small, imperfect things made purrfect for you.

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#27 THE KITTY: Who Rescued Me After I Rescued Him by Shawn P. Flynn

THE KITTY: Who Rescued Me After I Rescued Him by Shawn P. Flynn Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

THE KITTY Who Rescued Me After I Rescued Him is a touching and inspiring story of heartfelt companionship that offers an uplifting perspective on what it means to find true friendship in this world. Anyone who has ever shared a meaningful connection with a pet will fall head over heels in love with Kitty and Shawn. First-place winner in three categories in Top Shelf Magazine’s 2018 Indie Book Awards, 2017 Readers’ Favorite Book Award Winner, Award-Winning Finalist in the 2017 International Book Awards, and recently named an Amazon Best Seller.

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#28 Catch Cat by Claire Grace

Catch Cat by Claire Grace Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Geography has never been more fun! Travel the world, from North America to Antarctica and every continent in between, in search of cat while you discover myriad natural and man-made wonders – all packed cleverly into the colorful maps. Did you spot the pink dolphins frolicking in the Amazon River? Or Bran Castle, Romania’s national monument and the setting for Bram Stoker’s Dracula? How about the rockhopper penguins of Antarctica, sporting their distinctive yellow-streaked hairdos? And the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, thought to be built from 2.3 million blocks? To discover these cool places and more, pack your bags and get ready to explore.

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#29 10 Reasons to Love a Lion by Catherine Barr

10 Reasons to Love a Lion by Catherine Barr Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Lions are magnificent animals! Did you know that lions are the only big cat to live in groups? Or that their roar can be heard for miles? Discover ten reasons why lions are amazing and five ways you can show they love them in this gorgeous picture book. A must for any young animal enthusiast and a fantastic introduction to environmental issues.

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Contributors to this article
Dane Kolbaba from Denver Party Ride

Alisha Billmen from Austin Macauley Publishers

Shawn Flynn from ABBE Road Publishing

Mel Schuit from The Quarto Group

Mel Schuit from The Quarto Group

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