by Nick Bruel
First published 2012
The Neighborhood Cat Coalition needs a new president, and election fever grips the feline community. Cats from the right side of the street rally behind their chosen candidate, while cats from the left side support their own pick. Bad Kitty throws her hat into the ring, campaigning with her usual chaotic energy. But when voting day arrives, she makes a shocking discovery: she forgot to register as a voter. The democratic process hangs in the balance as both sides wait for the final tally. Just when it seems the election results are settled, an unexpected absentee ballot arrives from Old Kitty, threatening to upend everything. Bad Kitty must navigate the messy world of politics, learning that participating in democracy requires more than just wanting to win. This tale captures the excitement and confusion of election season through feline eyes.
Genres: fiction, animals, politics, contemporary, comedy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, whimsical
Tropes: animals-as-characters, political-satire
144 pages · Hardcover · Roaring Brook Press