A “Very Special Cat” Loses an Eye and Wins Hearts in a Picture Book Launching on National Cat Day
"Frazier: The Very Special Cat," authored by Faye Rapoport DesPres and illustrated by Laurel McKinstry Petersen (Writer's Coffee Bar Press, 2021 - Book 3 in the Stray Cat Stories Series), is a heartwarming children's book based on a true story. A big orange tom cat who was visiting an outdoor feeding station ended up finding a happy home despite having just one eye (after all, what matters is having a great big heart). The book will be released on October 29, 2021 - National Cat Day. - September 13, 2021
A Handsome Stray Cat Takes Center Stage with His Book Launch on National Love Your Pet Day
One lucky stray who found a family will be celebrated on National Love Your Pet Day (Feb. 20, 2020), with the release of the children’s book, “Tribbs: The Very Handsome Cat.” A portion of all proceeds from the book, authored by Faye Rapoport DesPres, illustrated by Laurel McKinstry Petersen, and designed and edited by MaryChris Bradley, will be donated to non-profit animal rescue organizations. - January 16, 2020
Children’s Book About a Special Cat Launches on Global Cat Day
"Little White: The Feral Cat Who Found a Home" (Writer's Coffee Bar Press) is a charming children's book authored by Faye Rapoport DesPres and illustrated by Laurel McKinstry Petersen. The book, about a feral cat who must learn to live indoors, will be released on October 16, 2018 -- Global Cat Day. - September 28, 2018