From the publisher:

The Cat at the Door and Other Stories to Live By illustrates the power of positive thinking in story form. The children in these stories suffer from stage fright and shyness, learn how to water-ski, dread the first day of school, move away from their friends, confide in their diary, and worry about what others think about them. They sometimes learn hard lessons but also learn about themselves. Most important, they learn to like themselves.

For parents who are trying to teach their children values but are not sure how to explain abstract concepts in terms their children can understand, The Cat at the Door and Other Stories to Live By at once offers the guidance of an inspirational book but the appeal of an illustrated storybook. Children will enjoy reading the stories on their own but will also benefit from discussing them with their parents. It is a book for the whole family to live by.

About the authors:

Anne Mather has been a professional writer for sixteen years. Her clients include the Center for Disease Control, the Task Force for Child Survival, and Emory University. She has written extensively on addiction issues and is the author of Bridging the Gap, a guide for teenagers.

Louise Weldon is a hypnotherapist whose clients include children and adolescents who are working to improve grades, behavior, and self confidence. She also gives workshops on parenting skills and children's self-esteem.