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Catty Corner Lands on Her Feet
Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’, brings her signature warm positivity and message of empowerment to her chapter book a series about a big-hearted girl who is half-human, half-cat.
Introducing Catty!
She’s a confident second grader who happens to be half-cat, like her mother and grandmother. In this series debut, Catty hits a few rough patches at her new school. So she turns to her fuzzy diary—AKA her “scratch pad”—where she shares her big feelings and documents her adventures. Luckily for Catty, this special diary sometimes writes back with helpful advice. Before long, Catty is making friends and learning to love her new school.
Catty Corner is the natural next read for fans of character-driven chapter books like Junie B. Jones, Ivy & Bean, and Judy Moody.
Introducing Catty!
She’s a confident second grader who happens to be half-cat, like her mother and grandmother. In this series debut, Catty hits a few rough patches at her new school. So she turns to her fuzzy diary—AKA her “scratch pad”—where she shares her big feelings and documents her adventures. Luckily for Catty, this special diary sometimes writes back with helpful advice. Before long, Catty is making friends and learning to love her new school.
Catty Corner is the natural next read for fans of character-driven chapter books like Junie B. Jones, Ivy & Bean, and Judy Moody.
125 pages, Paperback
Published March 25, 2025
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About the author
Julie Murphy
41 books6,839 followersJulie Murphy lives in North Texas with her husband who loves her and her cats who tolerate her. After several wonderful years in the library world, Julie now writes full-time.
When she’s not writing or reliving her reference desk glory days, she can be found watching made-for-TV movies, hunting for the perfect slice of cheese pizza, and planning her next great travel adventure.
She is also the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the young adult novels Dumplin’ (now a film on Netflix), Puddin’, Pumpkin, Ramona Blue, and Side Effects May Vary. Her middle grade novels include Dear Sweat Pea and a forthcoming 2023 title. She is also Disney's If The Shoe Fits, a modern day romcom retelling of Cinderella. Her writing partner is Sierra Simone and their romance debut is A Merry Little Meet Cute.
Julie has been featured in places liek Good Morning America, The New York Times, and Teen Vogue. Dumplin' was also named one of the best young adult books of all time by Time Magazine.
When she’s not writing or reliving her reference desk glory days, she can be found watching made-for-TV movies, hunting for the perfect slice of cheese pizza, and planning her next great travel adventure.
She is also the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the young adult novels Dumplin’ (now a film on Netflix), Puddin’, Pumpkin, Ramona Blue, and Side Effects May Vary. Her middle grade novels include Dear Sweat Pea and a forthcoming 2023 title. She is also Disney's If The Shoe Fits, a modern day romcom retelling of Cinderella. Her writing partner is Sierra Simone and their romance debut is A Merry Little Meet Cute.
Julie has been featured in places liek Good Morning America, The New York Times, and Teen Vogue. Dumplin' was also named one of the best young adult books of all time by Time Magazine.
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July 11, 2025
I L♡♡♡♡♡♡♡VVEEE Cats and other animals .... but this? THIS IS TOTALLY OFF THE CHARTS! Don't worry, yall. I won't spoil the book, but I'M MAD I HAVEN'T READ THIS BEFORE. Read now. Otherwise, ur nuts for not, because it's epic! (btw everyone is awesome in their own way 😼😼)
August 28, 2024
Thank you to union square and Julie Murphy for the ARC of this book.
A solid start to a chapter book series. Catty is cute, funny and flawed - like all of us. She has different issues because she is half human, half cat but she is relatable. I think 2nd and 3rd graders will enjoy this in particular but this is a great book for any cat loving elementary reader.
A solid start to a chapter book series. Catty is cute, funny and flawed - like all of us. She has different issues because she is half human, half cat but she is relatable. I think 2nd and 3rd graders will enjoy this in particular but this is a great book for any cat loving elementary reader.
December 14, 2024
EARC provided by Edelweiss Plus
As a cat-person, Catty has been homeschooled up until now, when her family determines it’s time for her to go to school. This short and easy to read story has its humorous moments, but it will also resonate with readers who are navigating new schools and developing new friendships.
As a cat-person, Catty has been homeschooled up until now, when her family determines it’s time for her to go to school. This short and easy to read story has its humorous moments, but it will also resonate with readers who are navigating new schools and developing new friendships.
October 14, 2024
E ARC provided by Edelweiss Plus
Catty is part human, part cat, just like her mother Tabby and her grandmother, and has been homeschooled her whole life, rarely seeing other children. When her mother gets a job in a fish cannery, her mother and father decide to send her to third grade in the public school. There are rules about no hissing and scratching, but Catty is ill prepared for navigating the all-human world. Her teachers are fairly understanding, but when Catty shreds a classroom map when one teacher uses a laser pointer to highlight places on it, it tests their patience. While Catty tries to hide her true self at first by wearing a hat and tucking her tail into her pants, she is soon showing her classmates her real nature, to mixed results. Most of the children are supportive, and she wins over others by doing things like saving a class goldfish from being knocked off a desk. She even has two best friends, Jo and Bebe. This is the first book in a purported series, the next being Catty Corner Pounces into Action, out March 25, 2025 as well. (Synopsis from the publisher: "Holy macaroni! Someone is stealing tasty snacks and crafty food art at Friendswood elementary school. Luckily Catty Corner and her best friends, Jo and Bebe, are on the case. Soon they’re following clues and tracking down leads. But the three friends can’t agree on much—is it a ghost, some very hungry mice, or a sneaky thief with a big appetite known as the Gobbler Bandit? Can they catch the culprit before their school’s big Meatball Mania fundraiser, or will it be a foodie fiasco?"
Strengths: The introductory note where Ms. Murphy talks about how this would have been a book she would have loved as a child was helpful. I can't say that I ever wanted to be a dog, even in third grade, but I'm sure that there are many elementary students to whom this thought will appeal. The idea is fleshed out well, and Catty's reactions to ordinary school things like bells, riding the bus, and being easily distracted all seem like a realistic portrayal of a half cat, half human girl. The illustrations inside are quite charming, and give a good feel for how Catty must seem to her classmates.
Weaknesses: While it's touching that Catty's mother lets her read the journal that she kept when she entered public school and encourages her to keep track of her feelings as well, it seems odd that the parents wouldn't have made more of an effort to socialize Catty with other children before suddenly dropping her in to public school.
What I really think: This author's Dear Sweet Pea hasn't circulated well (might just be that peach cover!), and since Catty is in third grade, I will pass on purchase for my middle school collection. This is a good choice for readers who liked Weiner's The Littlest Bigfoot or the Hales' The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl.
Catty is part human, part cat, just like her mother Tabby and her grandmother, and has been homeschooled her whole life, rarely seeing other children. When her mother gets a job in a fish cannery, her mother and father decide to send her to third grade in the public school. There are rules about no hissing and scratching, but Catty is ill prepared for navigating the all-human world. Her teachers are fairly understanding, but when Catty shreds a classroom map when one teacher uses a laser pointer to highlight places on it, it tests their patience. While Catty tries to hide her true self at first by wearing a hat and tucking her tail into her pants, she is soon showing her classmates her real nature, to mixed results. Most of the children are supportive, and she wins over others by doing things like saving a class goldfish from being knocked off a desk. She even has two best friends, Jo and Bebe. This is the first book in a purported series, the next being Catty Corner Pounces into Action, out March 25, 2025 as well. (Synopsis from the publisher: "Holy macaroni! Someone is stealing tasty snacks and crafty food art at Friendswood elementary school. Luckily Catty Corner and her best friends, Jo and Bebe, are on the case. Soon they’re following clues and tracking down leads. But the three friends can’t agree on much—is it a ghost, some very hungry mice, or a sneaky thief with a big appetite known as the Gobbler Bandit? Can they catch the culprit before their school’s big Meatball Mania fundraiser, or will it be a foodie fiasco?"
Strengths: The introductory note where Ms. Murphy talks about how this would have been a book she would have loved as a child was helpful. I can't say that I ever wanted to be a dog, even in third grade, but I'm sure that there are many elementary students to whom this thought will appeal. The idea is fleshed out well, and Catty's reactions to ordinary school things like bells, riding the bus, and being easily distracted all seem like a realistic portrayal of a half cat, half human girl. The illustrations inside are quite charming, and give a good feel for how Catty must seem to her classmates.
Weaknesses: While it's touching that Catty's mother lets her read the journal that she kept when she entered public school and encourages her to keep track of her feelings as well, it seems odd that the parents wouldn't have made more of an effort to socialize Catty with other children before suddenly dropping her in to public school.
What I really think: This author's Dear Sweet Pea hasn't circulated well (might just be that peach cover!), and since Catty is in third grade, I will pass on purchase for my middle school collection. This is a good choice for readers who liked Weiner's The Littlest Bigfoot or the Hales' The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl.
May 30, 2025
Thank you Hachette Books @hachetteus , Union Square Kids, and Julie Murphy @andimjulie for these free books!
“Catty Corner Lands on her Feet” and “Catty Corner Pounces into Action” by Julie Murphy⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Genre: Elementary School Age chapter book mystery. Location: Friendship Elementary School.
THE SERIES: Catty Corner is a grade schooler with a big heart-and she’s half-human, half-cat like her mother and grandmother. Her character-driven adventures are full of positivity and empowering messages.
BOOK ONE: Catty was homeschooled until her mom got an amazing new job. Now she’s started at Friendship Elementary-and she’s hit a rough patch. (“Today will go down in hissssstory as the worst first day of school ever.”) So she turns to her Scratch Pad (a fuzzy diary) to share her big feelings and document her adventures. And sometimes her special diary writes back with helpful advice. Before long, Catty’s making friends and learning to love her school.
BOOK TWO: Holy macaroni! Someone is stealing tasty snacks and crafty food art from school, and Principal Pickle needs Catty Corner’s help. Luckily Catty and best friends Jo and Bebe are following clues and tracking down leads. They can’t agree if it’s a ghost, very hungry mice, or the sneaky Gobbler Bandit with the big appetite. Can they catch the culprit before the big Meatball Mania fundraiser? And what happens now that Catty has made friends with the mice family living in the school basement?
Author Murphy’s chapter book series is about funny, fearless Catty, who faces each new adventure with humor and honesty. Her fast-paced books are full of puns, relatable school moments, a diverse group of school children, and a bright, peppy main character. Some charming illustrations are included. Murphy, author of the wonderful YA novel (and movie) Dumplin’, takes us back to elementary school for a series about friendship, and mystery. It’s sweet, spunky, a cat lover’s delight. Perfect for fans of Junie B. jones, Ivy & Bean, and Judy Moody, it’s 5 stars from me 📚👩🏼🦳#cattycorner #juliemurphyauthor
“Catty Corner Lands on her Feet” and “Catty Corner Pounces into Action” by Julie Murphy⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Genre: Elementary School Age chapter book mystery. Location: Friendship Elementary School.
THE SERIES: Catty Corner is a grade schooler with a big heart-and she’s half-human, half-cat like her mother and grandmother. Her character-driven adventures are full of positivity and empowering messages.
BOOK ONE: Catty was homeschooled until her mom got an amazing new job. Now she’s started at Friendship Elementary-and she’s hit a rough patch. (“Today will go down in hissssstory as the worst first day of school ever.”) So she turns to her Scratch Pad (a fuzzy diary) to share her big feelings and document her adventures. And sometimes her special diary writes back with helpful advice. Before long, Catty’s making friends and learning to love her school.
BOOK TWO: Holy macaroni! Someone is stealing tasty snacks and crafty food art from school, and Principal Pickle needs Catty Corner’s help. Luckily Catty and best friends Jo and Bebe are following clues and tracking down leads. They can’t agree if it’s a ghost, very hungry mice, or the sneaky Gobbler Bandit with the big appetite. Can they catch the culprit before the big Meatball Mania fundraiser? And what happens now that Catty has made friends with the mice family living in the school basement?
Author Murphy’s chapter book series is about funny, fearless Catty, who faces each new adventure with humor and honesty. Her fast-paced books are full of puns, relatable school moments, a diverse group of school children, and a bright, peppy main character. Some charming illustrations are included. Murphy, author of the wonderful YA novel (and movie) Dumplin’, takes us back to elementary school for a series about friendship, and mystery. It’s sweet, spunky, a cat lover’s delight. Perfect for fans of Junie B. jones, Ivy & Bean, and Judy Moody, it’s 5 stars from me 📚👩🏼🦳#cattycorner #juliemurphyauthor
November 21, 2025
Catty Corner Lands on Her Feet is a charming and emotionally rich chapter book that explores the ups and downs of fitting in, celebrating uniqueness, and navigating new environments. Julie Murphy introduces Catty, a confident third-grader who also happens to be half-cat - just like her mother and grandmother. This fun trait becomes a gentle metaphor for feeling different, standing out, or simply trying to find your place.
When Catty hits a few bumps at her new school, she turns to her “scratch pad,” a fuzzy diary passed down through generations of women in her family. Their stories give Catty the reassurance and perspective she needs, reminding her that others before her faced similar challenges and found their own ways through. It’s a beautiful device that highlights the power of heritage, storytelling, and intergenerational wisdom.
Catty’s experiences feel universal. Though she has unique characteristics, her worries and hopes echo those of any child encountering something new. The book offers a thoughtful allegory for neurodivergent readers or anyone who has felt out of place, while also encouraging all readers to understand and celebrate differences in others. It’s a warm, welcoming story that fosters emotional intelligence and empathy - especially rich when read alongside a grown-up who can help spark conversations about diversity, belonging, and self-acceptance.
With its humour, heart, and relatable challenges, Catty Corner Lands on Her Feet is a wonderful pick for fans of character-driven chapter books like Junie B. Jones, Ivy & Bean, and Judy Moody. I highly recommend this delightful debut and can’t wait to see where Catty’s adventures lead next.
When Catty hits a few bumps at her new school, she turns to her “scratch pad,” a fuzzy diary passed down through generations of women in her family. Their stories give Catty the reassurance and perspective she needs, reminding her that others before her faced similar challenges and found their own ways through. It’s a beautiful device that highlights the power of heritage, storytelling, and intergenerational wisdom.
Catty’s experiences feel universal. Though she has unique characteristics, her worries and hopes echo those of any child encountering something new. The book offers a thoughtful allegory for neurodivergent readers or anyone who has felt out of place, while also encouraging all readers to understand and celebrate differences in others. It’s a warm, welcoming story that fosters emotional intelligence and empathy - especially rich when read alongside a grown-up who can help spark conversations about diversity, belonging, and self-acceptance.
With its humour, heart, and relatable challenges, Catty Corner Lands on Her Feet is a wonderful pick for fans of character-driven chapter books like Junie B. Jones, Ivy & Bean, and Judy Moody. I highly recommend this delightful debut and can’t wait to see where Catty’s adventures lead next.
February 9, 2026
This is the first in an early chapter book series by Julie Murphy. It has full color illustrations throughout. Not every page but enough for those kids who really need it. The one thing I don’t like is they do not prominently give the illustrator‘s name. It is in very, very ,tiny writing on the back cover and on the cataloging page at the end. This is great illustration work and the illustrator needs to be recognized just like the author does. This story is about a half girl, half cat, who is going to go to school for the very first time. The first time at school is going to be in third grade. She has cat ears and a tail and there are certain things like laser pointers that make her very itchy and scratchy in a way that only kitties get. This book was tongue-in-cheek. It had lots of puns, and I do think it was well done. A lot of the book is Catty really integrating into the fully human world for the first time. There are some points like when she bites another girl or she tears up the map on the wall that I don’t agree with. It’s almost like excusing the bad kids. I only think this cause we’ve heard so much about destructive kids in schools these days. I really don’t think that’s where the author was going, but it fully came to my mind and will for kids who’ve had those type of destructive classmates. This could be a not so wonderful part of the book. Overall, Julie Murphy writes a great book, and it doesn’t matter if she’s writing for kids teens or adults. There is a book two and I believe a book three coming up and I can’t wait to read them.
June 8, 2025
Such a good concept, but the execution fell flat.
Catty's mom and dad = I hated them. You have a 8-9 year old half cat daughter and you never exposed her in society to help her get a friend, never left the house with her, never went to the city? I am asking because Catty suddenly needs to go to school and having to be around kids is terrifying to her, which yes, she doesn't have human friends or half cat friends, so yes this is a big/huge/gigantic change for her, maybe the mom (also half cat) should have given advice on what to do if this happens or that happen. And how to calm herself and sending her alone to school shouldn't be her first interaction with kids.
Okay I stop here.
Other thing I was really confused about having cat trees in the house that Catty fits in. And until close to the end there's an illustration where catty is relaxing in a cat tree, I was so confused about the size if the furniture, so I wish they would have included more pictures in the beggining. So they are just really giant cat trees that a 9 year old kid fits on.
So cute concept, cute idea, cute pictures.
My first impression was a 1-2 star. Because the whole time I was asking, did she never spent any time with kids, what are they expecting from poor half cat girl to do with no experience and not much guidance? Or even how to handle car rides or bus rides, how to keep herself calm? Ahhh those parents give me anxiety.
Loved the illustrations.
Catty's mom and dad = I hated them. You have a 8-9 year old half cat daughter and you never exposed her in society to help her get a friend, never left the house with her, never went to the city? I am asking because Catty suddenly needs to go to school and having to be around kids is terrifying to her, which yes, she doesn't have human friends or half cat friends, so yes this is a big/huge/gigantic change for her, maybe the mom (also half cat) should have given advice on what to do if this happens or that happen. And how to calm herself and sending her alone to school shouldn't be her first interaction with kids.
Okay I stop here.
Other thing I was really confused about having cat trees in the house that Catty fits in. And until close to the end there's an illustration where catty is relaxing in a cat tree, I was so confused about the size if the furniture, so I wish they would have included more pictures in the beggining. So they are just really giant cat trees that a 9 year old kid fits on.
So cute concept, cute idea, cute pictures.
My first impression was a 1-2 star. Because the whole time I was asking, did she never spent any time with kids, what are they expecting from poor half cat girl to do with no experience and not much guidance? Or even how to handle car rides or bus rides, how to keep herself calm? Ahhh those parents give me anxiety.
Loved the illustrations.
February 5, 2026
I should definitely stick to Julie Murphy books that are in the vein of Dumplin because I've had a hard time with so many of her other genres. The Hallmark MA series was ok but got tired fast. And Catty Corner just never gelled for me despite me wanting it to. The writing and story are fine. it's the gimmick feel of a half cat girl that I had a very hard time with. And not because I can't accept a cat person or what she's meant to represent to a young reader. It's how she seems to actually be more cat than human and that never made sense to me. If she's 50% then why is she always fighting her cat side? And it seems strange that they can't pinpoint her true cat ancestry but she is again dominated by it. Yes, I get that her catness is a metaphor. I appreciated that more than anything in the story. But it still didn't work for me. I could not embrace the character ....
it has potential but not enough oomph to keep me reading the series. I may pick up book 2 to see if the sophomore title settles a bit. But that would only be because I can read 100-130 pages with illustrations quickly enough that it won't impact my other reading time.
it has potential but not enough oomph to keep me reading the series. I may pick up book 2 to see if the sophomore title settles a bit. But that would only be because I can read 100-130 pages with illustrations quickly enough that it won't impact my other reading time.
April 15, 2025
It's definitely hard to be the new kid at school. But what if you are the new kid and you also happen to be half cat? Catty Corner is a third grader who has always been homeschooled by her mom. Her mom is also half cat while her dad is just a regular old human who works at a pie factory. But then her mom's dream comes true! She lands a job at the local fish canning factory. Which means... Catty Corner will have to go to public school!
There are very specific rules if you are half cat and out in the human world. No hissing. No scratching. No biting. And... don't shred the teacher's map. Even if he is using a laser pointer which - as everyone knows - cats find irresistible!
Catty's first day at school is definitely memorable. And a bit of a CATastrophe. But mom reassures her that she is not alone. And Catty heads out for her second day of school, still a little fearful but also armed with confidence.
Very cute. Filled with cat puns and delightful color illustrations. This should be a fun read for any kid in the lower elementary ages - just getting into reading chapter books.
There are very specific rules if you are half cat and out in the human world. No hissing. No scratching. No biting. And... don't shred the teacher's map. Even if he is using a laser pointer which - as everyone knows - cats find irresistible!
Catty's first day at school is definitely memorable. And a bit of a CATastrophe. But mom reassures her that she is not alone. And Catty heads out for her second day of school, still a little fearful but also armed with confidence.
Very cute. Filled with cat puns and delightful color illustrations. This should be a fun read for any kid in the lower elementary ages - just getting into reading chapter books.
March 3, 2025
Catty Corner Lands on Her Feet is an absolutely adorable children's book for a middle grade reader, or even an advanced early reader.
Catty Corner follows Catty, who is a little girl is is half cat, as she starts a new school. She has both little girl thought and kitty cat thoughts, which was really cute to see. It was very refreshing to have a story about a little girl is is confident but also struggling with big feelings about herself, her self image, and making friends.
The illustrations were fun and provided a brief illustration of the stories.
My own little girl loved this story. She is a big fan of cats, so she was really excited that Catty was a little girl and a cat. It opened a discussion of imagination in our house and she was able to act out different parts of the story.
Catty Corner follows Catty, who is a little girl is is half cat, as she starts a new school. She has both little girl thought and kitty cat thoughts, which was really cute to see. It was very refreshing to have a story about a little girl is is confident but also struggling with big feelings about herself, her self image, and making friends.
The illustrations were fun and provided a brief illustration of the stories.
My own little girl loved this story. She is a big fan of cats, so she was really excited that Catty was a little girl and a cat. It opened a discussion of imagination in our house and she was able to act out different parts of the story.
March 29, 2025
Julie Murphy works her magic once again, this time crafting a delightful mystery perfect for young readers! Catty Corner is an absolute gem for elementary schoolers. Catty, with her charming personality and relatable quirks, leads a group of equally adorable friends on a thrilling quest to uncover the snack-snatching culprit. Murphy masterfully balances suspense with heartwarming moments, making this a page-turner that's both exciting and comforting. The characters are vividly drawn, and their journey of facing their fears while solving a mystery is both entertaining and subtly educational. If you're searching for a captivating chapter book to read aloud, this series is a must-try. It's sure to spark imaginations and create lasting memories!
August 4, 2025
I love cats the most and so does my great niece who is in elementary school. I actually bought this book for her summer birthday so I decided to read it before I give it to her. I loved the beautiful illustrations. It is the story of a third grade girl who is part cat. She exhibits a lot of cat tendencies while also trying to behave as a normal human girl. She has been homeschooled until she has to go to a regular school starting in third grade because her mom has gotten a job. I recognized several themes in the book: acceptance of others especially if they are different, making new friends in a tough situation, showing and accepting forgiveness to others, giving second chances to those who have messed up. This is a cute chapter book.
May 25, 2025
This book was ADORABLE! As a mother and educator, I fell in love with Catty Corner.
Fur real! She was the perfect combination of cat and girl, reminding me of my two cats, Lucky and Spike, and my daughter, who is also in the 3rd grade and full of insecurities.
All of the catty puns were PURRRR-fect!
Catty Corner trying to control her catty impulses, failing and finally accepting herself for the wonderfully fantastic individual she is, was funny and heartwarming!
The illustrations were so well done, full of detail and on par with the quality of the story itself. Bravo Julie Murphy!
Fur real! She was the perfect combination of cat and girl, reminding me of my two cats, Lucky and Spike, and my daughter, who is also in the 3rd grade and full of insecurities.
All of the catty puns were PURRRR-fect!
Catty Corner trying to control her catty impulses, failing and finally accepting herself for the wonderfully fantastic individual she is, was funny and heartwarming!
The illustrations were so well done, full of detail and on par with the quality of the story itself. Bravo Julie Murphy!
December 29, 2025
Though the premise of a half-cat, half-girl takes a major dose of suspension of disbelief, at least for an adult reader, for cat-obsessed young readers who would adore having real cat ears and tail, this is a pleasant wish-fulfillment start of a series. The storyline follows the familiar trope of a new girl at school learning to make friends, with the unusual differences of being half-cat in a world where they don't appear to be very common. Learning to start again (every day is a new day), to accept responsibility for one's actions, and to accept oneself are sweet positive lessons for Catty and the reader.
March 27, 2025
4.5 It was sweet. Catty is going to face big changes, homeschooling up to now she will enroll in thrid grade into a public school for the furst time. I like that being a half Cat can be a methaphor for many things, including neurodivergent. The book expresses some rules, community, and personal ones like body boundaries, respect, and acceptance. Everyone is different, and everyone is welcome. She is willing to take chances and make new friends and get new experiences.
It's all about having a good "catitude".
It's all about having a good "catitude".
May 4, 2025
This book was cute.
The story was enjoyable and I love all the cattiness as I am a crazy cat lady.
This story is great for kids. It has the fun of the character being part human and part cat. The fun continues with all the cat likeness that Catty demonstrates such as chasing a laser pointer in class.
The story also has good lessons-embrace your uniqueness, don’t be afraid to be yourself, and that it’s ok to make mistakes-you learn and grow from them and apologize.
I also really love the pictures in the book.
I enjoyed this book and know my students will too.
The story was enjoyable and I love all the cattiness as I am a crazy cat lady.
This story is great for kids. It has the fun of the character being part human and part cat. The fun continues with all the cat likeness that Catty demonstrates such as chasing a laser pointer in class.
The story also has good lessons-embrace your uniqueness, don’t be afraid to be yourself, and that it’s ok to make mistakes-you learn and grow from them and apologize.
I also really love the pictures in the book.
I enjoyed this book and know my students will too.
May 16, 2025
I spent the end of my night yesterday with my two little cousins, and we read this book together. We all agreed it was such a cute read and that Catty herself is half human, half cat, and in their words, she is. “Sooooooo cute” as they pinched each other (this is what they do when they see a cat or dog outside: they scream so cute and give each other a pinch 😂 it’s a triplet thing).
With Cattys mom getting her dream job, she no longer can homeschool Catty. Now Catty enters the 3rd grade, and as you can imagine, being half cat on a school of humans may be a little challenging.
We had many thoughts, laughs, and overall had a huge talk about how they would either love to be half cat or have a classmate who was half cat.
Let’s not forget The illustrations throughout the book were absolutely beautiful.
🩷Thank you so much Julie for a copy we will be talking about this for a while.
With Cattys mom getting her dream job, she no longer can homeschool Catty. Now Catty enters the 3rd grade, and as you can imagine, being half cat on a school of humans may be a little challenging.
We had many thoughts, laughs, and overall had a huge talk about how they would either love to be half cat or have a classmate who was half cat.
Let’s not forget The illustrations throughout the book were absolutely beautiful.
🩷Thank you so much Julie for a copy we will be talking about this for a while.
May 20, 2025
I received this book from Julie's team in the mail to review. While it is obviously not the type of book I'd pick up for myself, I did really enjoy the story and the lessons it can teach young readers. I can't wait to pass it along to my Niece to enjoy! Catty is a spunky, half-cat half-human third grader who has to figure out how to adapt amd navigate big changes in her life. She may make a few mistakes along the way, but between her parents, understanding adults, three great (real) friends, one great (make believe) friend, and her "scratch pad" she can handle anything!
January 20, 2026
Catty Corner is a half-cat, half-human girl who's about to switch from homeschooling to public school. She keeps reminding herself of the "big three" rules-"no hissing, no scratching, no biting," but that's really hard in a brand new environment with loud bells, so many smells, and a fish for a class pet. Can she fit in? Some full color illustrations that show off Catty's ears and tail. For cat lovers.
February 11, 2025
ARC from Edelweiss.
This didn't have full illustrations, but from what I could see, they are well done. I didn't really have strong feelings on this. It has a fun concept and I think has some creative ideas when it comes to a half girl/half cat. I just didn't find this is something my students would be super engaged by.
This didn't have full illustrations, but from what I could see, they are well done. I didn't really have strong feelings on this. It has a fun concept and I think has some creative ideas when it comes to a half girl/half cat. I just didn't find this is something my students would be super engaged by.
April 28, 2025
Early chapter book. Has some pretty hard words for an early chapter book. I would say this is more for 5th graders because of the vocab. The story and artwork seem young to me, so think they were aiming for younger. If you have a high level reader in 3rd this would work. Cute story and great for kids who like cats.
May 18, 2025
This is a cute middle grade/kids book about an adorable half cat half girl who is going to a real school for the first time. She has three rules to follow - no hissing, no scratching, no biting. She has some bumps on the first day and ends up breaking a few rules. She learns to accept herself and makes friends in the process. Adorable.
May 24, 2025
"Catty might have been half-cat, but that did not mean she always landed on her feet." (11)
I thought this was cute, but It was lacking a strong plot. I loved the girl empowerment theme throughout. I thought the ending was a bit rushed.
This book was a quick read; as I read in a about an hour.
I would recommend this book to anyone 6 +
I thought this was cute, but It was lacking a strong plot. I loved the girl empowerment theme throughout. I thought the ending was a bit rushed.
This book was a quick read; as I read in a about an hour.
I would recommend this book to anyone 6 +
February 6, 2025
Highly imaginative and charming. the cat puns are purr-fect—as are the illustrations (so pretty and helpful). The conflicts—new kid, new friends, homeschooled, different looking, neurodivergence (incl sensory)—are written thoughtfully, creatively and are relatable.
ARC provided.
ARC provided.
February 24, 2025
An adorable chapter book debut by Julie Murphy that shows a girl's love for her cat. The Author's Note at the beginning was heartwarming to read and I imagined little Julie in all the scenes! Since I'm a dog person, I didn't love the cat parts (lol) but so many kids will connect with this one!
May 12, 2025
This was a cute story, and I absolutely love the art style. If you have a little one in your life that loves cats, this story of new found friendship and determination is a must read.
Thank you to @unionsqandco and @andimjulie for the gifted copy.
Thank you to @unionsqandco and @andimjulie for the gifted copy.
February 5, 2025
Adorable. Well written and very accessible to young readers.
March 11, 2025
Middle grade March
May 3, 2025
I love this sweet story of an unusual half cat/ half girl learning to love herself and live out loud!
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