Please Do Feed the Cat


Book Description

This mystery “immerses the reader in English village life [with] a cast of delightful characters, including cats” (Publishers Weekly). Mystery writer Lorinda Lucas doesn’t like the trend toward overly gruesome crime fiction—but she’s even more upset about Roscoe, the cat who lives next door. He used to look well-fed and well cared for, but when Lorinda gets back from her most recent book tour, she’s worried by his dangerously skinny appearance. It turns out that Roscoe’s owner has a new girlfriend who’s put the poor cat on a deprivation diet—and that’s not the only bad news in Brimful Coffers. There’s been a fatal hit-and-run and escalating tensions—and before she knows it, the mystery writer will be investigating a real-life murder case . . . This witty, suspenseful tale comes from an Agatha Award–winning author whose “name on a mystery is a guarantee of quality writing wrapped around an unusual crime” (Houston Chronicle). Please Do Feed the Cat is the 1st book in the Brimful Coffers Mysteries, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.




Will You Please Feed Our Cat?


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When Mary Ann and Louie complain about the troubles they are having taking care of a neighbor's dog, Grandpa remembers the time he and his brothers took care of their neighbors' many pets and plants.




Story Stretchers for the Primary Grades


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A collection of ideas for activities to use in conjunction with over 90 children's books.




Cat training and understanding cat behavior


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Cats are the most popular pets. They can be kept as apartment-only cats or as outdoor cats. In addition, they use their own toilet and a walk is not mandatory. It seems that cats are simple and uncomplicated pets. So they are perfect for humans. But cats also have a mind of their own. Only those who respect this will also enjoy the animals. The book prepares you exactly for this special behavior of cats. Of course, in the book you will learn everything about proper nutrition and about cat diseases. You will also find tips for a cat-friendly furnishing of the apartment and species-appropriate training. We have also looked at the most common questions about cat training and keeping cats and go into detail about the most important points. The contents of the book include: 1. cat keeping 2. tips for acquisition 3. outdoor or indoor cat 4. cat care 5. education and training of the cat 6. diet of a cat 7. cat safe apartment 8. important health advice 9. psychology of cats 10. and much more! There are many valuable tips and tricks and also over 15 illustrations. This book is interesting for all who are interested in cats and of course for prospective friends of the lovable pets. Find out now about everything you need to know about cats, so you can spend a great time with your darling.




The Practical Guide to the Control of Feral Cats


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With an estimated 60 million feral cats in the United States, the need for information on the management of feral cats has never been higher. The PracticalGuide for the Control of FeralCats details the biology, sign, and control methods useful for theirmanagement. The narrative is supplemented by seventy-two photos and illustrations chosen to help readers understand and implement the material.




To Catch a Cat


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A boy commits a catnapping—and becomes a witness to murder in the process—in this “suspenseful psychological thriller [with] a tight plot” (Publishers Weekly). On a dare from the local boys, lonely eleven-year-old Robin sneaks into a neighbor’s house to steal their pedigree cat. But he doesn’t expect the terrifying scene that awaits him. After a loud dispute echoes from above—and the man of the house comes down the stairs covered in blood—Robin makes a run for it. But the killer knows someone was there, and when he talks to the police, he figures the mysterious intruder is the perfect person to pin the murder on. Now Robin is in fear for his life, and desperately trying to keep the whole episode a secret—along with the cat who’s become his new companion—in this twisting, poignant tale of suspense by an Agatha Award–winning author. “The story dashes to a dramatic end with surprises along the way.” —San Jose Mercury News “Among Babson’s many mysteries, this charmer may be the pick of the litter.” —Booklist




Planet Cat


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Presents more than four hundred lists on various information on cats, including cat breeds, training, and behavior, as well as such topics as famous cats in history, cat food recipes, and gifts for pampered cats.




Only the Cat Knows


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A man infiltrates a tycoon’s castle to find out who pushed his sister down a flight of stairs in this “enjoyable Gothic mystery that keeps you guessing” (Kirkus Reviews). Vance is an experienced female impersonator, so when his beloved twin sister, Vanessa, winds up in a coma after a suspicious fall, he has a unique way to investigate. Using her clothes and makeup—and his striking resemblance to his twin—he works his way into the remote castle of Vanessa’s wealthy employer, along with a harem of other women. With help from a doctor, Vance poses as an amnesiac Vanessa and is able to fool everyone—with the exception of his sister’s Angora cat. But will his masquerade be successful long enough for him to solve the mystery—before someone else tries to finish the job? “Diverting . . . will keep readers’ attention.” —Publishers Weekly “Marian Babson’s name on a mystery is a guarantee of quality writing wrapped around an unusual crime.” —Houston Chronicle




No Cooperation from the Cat


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Overseeing her daughter's frantic attempts to identify recipes in time for a cookbook deadline, aging actress Trixie and her companion, Evangeline, investigate claims that the original cookbook author died after eating one of the recipes.




Canapes for the Kitties


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The cat's out of the bag: dead bodies are piling up in Brimful Coffers, a picturesque English village. Among the deceased is Boswell, a pet white rat. His killers were caught: Had-I and But-Known, two mischievous felines belonging to Lorinda Lucas, mystery writer. Unfortunately, the other victims were all too human-and their killer remains at large... The danger in Brimful Coffers was unforeseen when several authors created an informal writers' colony in this lovely town outside of London. In act, the location was heaven until the undesirables-critics and scholars-began to show up. Soon Lorinda and her friends feel as if they're living in a fishbowl. Worse, they're getting chilling threats, supposedly from their fictional characters! But when fatal "accidents" begin to claim the colony's residents, death isn't make-believe. And unless Lorinda can sniff out the killer, even a cat's nine lives might not be nearly enough...