Original Cat, Copy Cat

(Hardback)

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Pineapple loves being an only catand then Kiwi comes along. But despite the chaos and the annoyances, Pineapple soon realizes that a new kittena new friendmakes everything twice as fun. Original Cat, Copy Cat is a celebration of friendship and acceptance. It will be adored by fans of Wolfie the Bunny and Max the Brave.

Pineapple the cat loves his comfortable life: that is, until hes not the only cat in his house anymore. Now Pineapples entire routine is turned upside down. Worst of all, new kitten Kiwi copies everything Pineapple does.

One day, Pineapple decides hes had enough. But being an only cat isnt the same anymore. With his old routine soured, Pineapple learns that having a friend makes everything better. And eventually, its hard to tell whos the copy cat, after all.

Sarah Kurpiels spare text, exuberant artwork, and expressive characters make for an irresistible picture book, one perfect for storytime sharing and animal lovers everywhere.

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Pineapples pre-Kiwi schedule included ample doses of eating, window-watching, sleeping, solitary play, and snuggling with his human. . . . Newly bonded, the pair eats, naps, and makes mischief together, and a final spread shows them sharing a cozy lap-nap. . . . A familiar story of house-bound pet rivalry, amiably resolved. Kirkus Reviews Pineapple the cat lives a pampered life of playing, napping, and snacking . . . until tiny tabby Kiwi shows up. . . . Kurpiel caters to a younger audience, offering a simple, older-sib-recognizable plot, retro pastel coloring, and unpretentious digital art. . . . Motifs of fruit . . . are playful Easter eggs for more observant viewers, and they may quickly lead to an identifying game during one-on-one storytimes. Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books

Author Bio

Sarah Kurpiel is a librarian and self-taught illustrator from the Midwest who is inspired by nature, animals, and antique books. Lone Wolf is her debut. Sarah Kurpiel uses a power wheelchair and considers her disability an important part of her identity.