Dread Cat

”[Rosen’s] use of language is simple but effective, with more challening and interesting adjectives thrown in occasionally that lift the story, adding to its character. Nicola O’Byrne’s accompanying illustrations and the design of the book all add to its reader-friendliness, as do the jokes and puzzle inside the end flaps” – English 4-11 Magazine

“An enjoyable and useful book to have in any primary classrooom as well as library” – School Librarian Journal, Vol. 65

“Children will love the devious Dread Cat and cheer when he finally gets his comeuppance!” – The School Run, Blog

“Suspenseful and tautly crafted. Filled with rhythm, wit and vigour, it reads well aloud, using repetition and alliteration to great effect” – Books for Keeps

“A rollickingly good cat-and-mouse chase that is face-paced and filled with tension” – Toppsta review

Michael Rosen is well-known as a poet and broadcaster. He initially became known in the children’s book world for making poetry fun and accessible to thousands of children through collections like Quick, Let’s Get Out of Here and Don’t put Mustard in the Custard. Michael has devoted his life to entertaining children with his writing and performances and to informing teachers, librarians, parents, publishers and government agencies of the importance of supporting children’s books.