Move over  Cat in the Hat!

Move over Cheshire Cat!

Move over Macavity Cat!

There’s a new cat in town – and she’s not just any cat – she is a queen.

The Queen.

Queen Narelle!

And today her story is finally available  in print so that her loyal subjects can learn of her great deeds.

Come worship! Pay your respects!

Okay, maybe that’s a little over the top, but I am very excited because, at last, the release day is here, and Queen Narelle is in stores all over Australia and New Zealand.

The story of a cat (Narelle) who may think she is the queen of the household and act accordingly, but also has a wise and gentle heart. When her human, Maddie, has a tough time at school, it is Narelle who notices, watches and comforts.

A verse novel (because that’s my favourite form), with beautiful illustrations courtesy of Simon O’Carrigan, Queen Narelle is suitable for cat-lovers of all ages, and for young readers who have ever had a friend, fought with a friend, or needed a friend.

Available now wherever good books are sold (if you can’t spot it, ask your bookseller to get it in) or online and as an  ebook too. If you read it, I’d love to hear your thoughts – here on my website or on Instagram or Facebook.

Now, on with the coronation. Sound the drums, blow those horns and let the procession begin.

People of Australia, people of the world, I give you….

Queen Narelle!