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This novel won the Newbery Medal for excellence in American children's literature in 1964. This delightful story revolves around a 14 year old boy, Dave and his adopted cat, called just "Cat", who turns his ordinary everyday life into an exciting roller-coaster ride. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)

The Newbery-winning classic novel about a young New Yorker who figures out the world on his own terms with the help of one prickly tomcat, for readers who enjoy such books as Al Capone Does My Shirts and Hoot. Dave Mitchell and his father disagree on almost everything—and every time their...

This heartwarming novel, which earned the Newbery Medal in 1964 for its outstanding contribution to American childrens literature, follows the adventures of 14-year-old Dave and his beloved adopted cat, affectionately named Cat. Together, they transform the mundane aspects of daily life into an exhilarating journey full of surprises and excitement. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)

Winner of the 1964 Newbery Medal, Its Like This, Cat follows the journey of young Dave Mitchell as he navigates the complexities of growing up in New York City. When he brings home a stray cat from Crazy Kate, the neighborhoods eccentric Cat Lady, Dave embarks on a series of adventures that shape his understanding of friendship, family, and self-discovery. Living with his lawyer father and his mother who struggles with asthma due to family tensions, Daves life is further enriched by the wild escapades of his new feline companion. Through his encounters with vibrant city landmarks and new ...

Ever wonder what it's like to use a matchmaking service to find love? Best friends Emily and Laura recount Emily's matchmaking experience in this series of Are We A Match? Follow along as Emily dives headfirst into the world of professional matchmaking and find out what really happens when you let someone else play Cupid. Does matchmaking really work? Did Emily find her match? It's dating. It's comedy. And it's always either a good time… or a good story.