Category Archives: Book topics

Reviews of Cat Books by Ellen Pilch

Posted on June 15, 2020 by

Ellen J. Pilch wrote the two books you see above, Prancie’s Prayer and I Am Not A Skunk. I was unable to get photos of Franklin with the books so I used Franklin’s blankie as a background sans Frankie. Ellen has … Continue reading →

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Catwoods Book Gets Certificate of Excellence From the Cat Writers’ Association!

Posted on May 29, 2020 by

My book, Catwoods, Volume 1, Stories and Studies of Our Feline Companions, just got a Certificate of Excellence from the Cat Writers’ Association! I am stunned and over the moon! I’ve gone back to see if my name is really there! … Continue reading →

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Catwoods Gets a Great Review!

Posted on May 21, 2020 by

All the kitties, even grumpy Franklin, are celebrating the review of Catwoods by Ellen Pilch of the website “15 and Meowing”! We’re basking in the feeling of having really connected with a reader and fellow cat appreciator! That’s the best … Continue reading →

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Color in Black and White, With Cats

Posted on March 23, 2020 by

I wish I was still doing this kind of work. I did the original drawing using graphite and hard lead drawing pencils. Then I had mechanical prints made from that drawing. I hand-colored them with pencils, making each one different. … Continue reading →

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Catwoods the Book With Free Shipping! (March 2020)

Posted on March 17, 2020 by

You can now order Catwoods, Stories and Studies of Our Feline Companions, with free shipping through the end of March at these publisher sites: Borgo Publishing Catwoods page As of today, March 18, I found yet another page to buy the book … Continue reading →

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Franklin Kitty Dabbles in Editing, Quibbles Over Catwoods Book Cover

Posted on February 6, 2020 by

Franklin took a brief interest in editing recently. Taking a rare glance at the screen, he was pleased to see himself in the website banner. As a budding Editing Cat, he expressed approval. Then we looked at the lovely Borgo … Continue reading →

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Franklin Meows for a Happy New Year!

Posted on January 2, 2020 by

Happy New Year and many thanks to all who have followed and read and viewed this site, from Franklin and me! Please know I appreciate y’all even though my ongoing health issues mean I cannot express that appreciation as often … Continue reading →

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News from the Cat Writers’ Association and University Art Department

Posted on November 22, 2019 by

In the last few days two exciting events have lifted my spirits! I learned I am now a member of an organization of cat writers and artists working in various media, the Cat Writers Association, Woo Hoo! Check out the … Continue reading →

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Fall Arrives in Patches; Cats Unfazed

Posted on October 6, 2019 by

Fall is usually brindled here anyway. Now it’s starting, but only in patches. The weather’s still hot and Franklin stays cool on smooth surfaces. Small areas are changing. Purple Mist Flowers are blooming on schedule. Our friend’s beautiful Shelley, who … Continue reading →

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Last Emerald Greens, Cats, and Book News

Posted on September 9, 2019 by

While Franklin the cat seems unfazed by seasonal changes, when the last emerald greens leave I’ll have the blues. We have book news! There’s a lovely review of my book, Catwoods, on Goodreads and also on the Amazon link to … Continue reading →

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