Skippy Blackfeet

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Skippy Blackfeet feels safe behind the cemetery walls, hidden from the dangers of the outside world. Out there, dogs bark, and cars blare and blast. Out there, people chase him away with the spray of a hose, or the shake of a rolled-up newspaper. Under the shelter of his agapanthus bush, the little black cat is often hungry and lonely but at least hes safe.
When nine-year old May visits the cemetery to lay flowers on her Nonnas grave, she gets separated from her mother. Shes frightened and tearful, until she meets Skippy Blackfeet whose presence is as calming as a bowl of fresh cream.
When Mum agrees to let May bring Skippy Blackfeet home, their adventures have only just begun. For starters they need to win Mays dad over. He does not like cats. Especially black cats. Then theres the fierce neighbourhood dog, birthday party bungles, tumultuous trips to town, fireworks and thunderstorms, and everything in between! But it soon becomes obvious that Skippy Blackfeet and May go together like milk and sardines, and together they can face any challenge.
Skippy Blackfeet is a heartwarming tale of friendship, acceptance, and belonging that will appeal to anyone who has every questioned their place in the world.

Author Bio

Rebecca Fraser is an award-winning Australian author of cross-genre fiction for children and adults. Her work has been recognised across many awards. Jennifer Horn is an illustrator and writer. Her debut picture book The Precious Plum was shortlisted for the 2022 Little Pink Dog's Authorstrator Prize.