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Kirkus Reviews – The new “Algonquin Cat” at the famed New York City hotel

Kirkus Reviews – The new “Algonquin Cat” at the famed New York City hotel
Kirkus says of Hamlet, The Algonquin Cat, “This outing is less hotel-focused than the previous installment, but it still conveys the Algonquin’s special flavor. Gentle humor nicely balances Hamlet’s moments of anxiety.” kirkusreviews.COM Hamlet The Algonquin Cat by Leslie Martini
Eric Welin November 16, 2018November 19, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

The NY Post includes Hamlet in its “Must Read Books”

New York Times Must Read Books - Sept 2018

On September 14, 2018, The NY Post includes Hamlet in its “MUST READ BOOKS” – “A whimsical children’s book that takes a look at Hamlet, the resident cat at the Algonquin Hotel…

Eric Welin September 16, 2018November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews No Comments Continue reading

Matilda, The Algonquin Cat an IPPY Award Winning Book

Matilda, The Algonquin Cat an IPPY Award Winning Book

Matilda, The Algonquin Cat by Leslie Martini and illustrated by Massi Mongiardo won a BRONZE IPPY in “Children’s Picture Books.”

Eric Welin June 30, 2017November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

Foreward Reviews: Matilda, The Algonquin Cat – Witty, Winsome, For Adults Too

Foreward Reviews Matilda - Jan 2017

Foreword Reviews says of Matilda, “What the beloved Eloise books are to the Plaza Hotel, Matilda, the Algonquin Cat is to the Algonquin Hotel, a legendary Manhattan landmark. Leslie Martini’s winsome text encapsulates the world of the real-life felines…”

Eric Welin February 3, 2017November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

Q & A: Marblehead author tells the story of famed NYC feline

Q & A: Marblehead author tells the story of famed NYC feline
Author and Marbleheader Leslie Martini tells the story through the perspective of Matilda, the most recent feline who roams the halls of the famed hotel. The Marblehead Reporter caught up with Martini to learn more about the children’s picture book. wickedlocal.COM Q &
Eric Welin November 23, 2016November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

Kirkus Reviews – An appealing, humorous introduction to Matilda

Kirkus Reviews – An appealing, humorous introduction to Matilda

Kirkus says of Matilda, The Algonquin Cat, “An appealing, humorous introduction to a legendary hotel through a cat’s eyes”

Eric Welin October 7, 2016November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

New York Post – Swanky hotel’s iconic cat is now the star of a children’s book

Swanky hotel’s iconic cat is now the star of a children’s book
New York Post says “Matilda takes readers on a tour of her daily duties and an overview of the hotel’s history and literary past.” NYPOST.COM Swanky hotel’s iconic cat is now the star of a children’s book To know and love
Eric Welin September 20, 2016November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

Goodreads Reviews – Matilda, the Algonquin Cat by Leslie Martini

Goodreads Reviews – Matilda, the Algonquin Cat by Leslie Martini

“Matilda, The Algonquin Cat” illuminates the daily routine of Manhattan’s most celebrated feline while paying homage to The Algonquin’s long held tradition of hosting authors, journalists…

Eric Welin September 18, 2016November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

Baby Meets City – Matilda, The Algonquin Cat is the latest addition to Big Apple Books

baby meets city - Matilda

Baby Meets City most recent addition to her Big Apple Book list included Matilda, The Algonquin Cat, which captures the tale of the furriest resident of one of NYC’s most famous hotels. This charming story is made even more delightful because it’s based on a real cat who does in fact live at The Algonquin.

Eric Welin September 11, 2016November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

That Cat Blog – One of the best cat-themed children’s books

That Cat Blog – One of the best cat-themed children’s books

That Cat Blog shares a sneak peeks at some of the best cat-themed children’s books coming out this Fall! Starting out with a first look at “Matilda, The Algonquin Cat,” by Leslie Martini.

Eric Welin September 3, 2016November 9, 2018 Press & Reviews Continue reading

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