Ever watched a kid dissolve into laughter over a cat's grumpy face? That's the magic of Cats Don't Like That!, the 2023 Feathered Quill Award-winning picture book that's got families everywhere cracking up. This isn't just any children's book—it's a rhyming romp through the feline world of pet peeves, penned by dad-turned-author Andy Wortlock and brought to life with Nahum Ziersch's cheeky illustrations.
Bringing home a fluffy kitten sounds dreamy until reality hits: the shredded curtains, the midnight zoomies, the endless hairballs. Kids dream of cuddly companions, but cats? They've got opinions. This book hilariously catalogs what sends them scampering—think dreaded baths, loud vacuums, surprise hugs, and way too many photos. It's like the cat's secret manifesto, delivered in rhymes that roll off the tongue and stick in your head.
Besides the non-stop giggles, it sparks conversations about pet care. Little ones learn why cats swat or hide, building empathy early. Parents love how it sneaks in gentle lessons without feeling like a lecture. Picture snuggling up, voice acting the cat's dramatic complaints—it's bonding gold. Reviewers rave: New York Times bestseller Adam Wallace gives it '5 paws up,' and Readers' Favorite calls it a modern Green Eggs and Ham.
Whether prepping for a family pet adoption, surviving a rainy day, or just needing a quick story before lights out, this book fits right in. Libraries, classrooms, and playdates buzz with its charm. And don't miss the festive sequel, Cats Don't Like Christmas!, for holiday hilarity. At around 32 pages of pure fun, it's the rhyming children's picture book that turns 'one more story' into 'again!'
Download your Kindle copy today and let the cat complaints commence. Your kids will thank you—with laughter, not scratches.
