Catty Corner Pounces into Action

Ages 6 to 8, Grades 1 to 3

In the second book in Julie Murphy’s chapter book series for cat lovers, Principal Pickle needs Catty’s help. The school has a big mouse problem, and he wants Catty to take care of it. But when Catty befriends the family of mice living in the school’s basement, she’ll have to choose between her new friends and making the grade. This series is purr-fect for fans of character-driven chapter books like Junie B. Jones, Ivy & Bean, and Judy Moody.

About the Author

Julie Murphylives in north Texas with her husband who loves her, her dog who adores 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 the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the young adult novels Dumplin' (now a film on Netflix), Puddin', Ramona Blue, and Side Effects May Vary. Dear Sweet Pea is her debut middle grade novel, and her picture book debut is Chubby Bunny.