Katinka’s Tail

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What to expect

The classic picture book about a magical cat from the beloved and iconic Judith Kerr.

This magical new book from the one and only Judith Kerr is brimming with her trademark warm humour and exquisitely imaginative artwork. Come on a wondrous journey with Katinka, a perfectly ordinary pussycat, with a not-quite-so-ordinary tail…

A classic-in-the-making from Judith Kerr OBE, recipient of the Booktrust Lifetime Acveivement Award and creator of the iconic Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat, this delightful story is the perfect gift for boys and girls of all ages.

Critics Review

  • “Beautiful drawings, precise language: Katinka’s tale has all the magic we have come to expect of Kerr.” The Times, Children’s Book of the Week

    “…a beautiful, funny, warm and tender picture book, which takes a joyous and magical twist at the end. We’re in the presence of a true master of her art here…” Booktrust

    “Wonderful illustrations and the sprinkling of golden magic make this a book to treasure.” Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4Kids – Books of the Year 2017

    “Kerr is one of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter.”
    The Times

    “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman

    Praise for The Tiger Who Came to Tea:

    ‘A modern classic.’ The Independent.

    ‘This book has enduring charm and young children will delight in the preposterous notion of a tiger creating mayhem in the house.’ Junior Magazine

    Praise for Mog the Forgetful Cat:

    ‘Grandparents are likely to get as much fun out of seeing it again as the new generation of fans just learning to read!’ Choice Magazine

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