Ella-Mae's Cats

After "Jacob's Cats" was published, many people, both known and not-so-known, emailed pictures of their cats. So, I decided there was enough to put together another book.

As in the previous collection, I realised that it was easier to start by studying each photo, then I gave every cat a name, and eventually I would write the corresponding rhyme. Instead, in the section of "Abandoned Cats", one of the cats told her own story.

All sorts of felines appeared-posh pedigree cats, ordinary "moggies" that like living with people, kittens and "oldies," and cats that struggle through harsh, hungry, and horrible places and times.

"Ella-Mae's Cats" are not all well-loved, and the photos reflect this. I would suggest that the youngsters who want this book should be at least ten years old. However, adults also appear to enjoy the different stories in "Ella-Mae's Cats". No doubt, just like the children, they will have their favourites.