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Christmas is coming, and the house is aglow. The stockings are hung with a warm fire below! Lights twinkle and dance in the green of the tree, and cookies are baking by a big mug of tea.
On Christmas Eve night, the best thing to do is to curl on the couch with a cat, maybe two. A book and a blanket complete this warm scene—if only you had something festive to read!
There’s no need to worry on this good night; we’ve got you covered with tales that delight. We’ve gathered sweet stories of holiday cats . . . with charm and humor for Christmas Eve laughs.
Most are electronic so you can download today—act fast and others will soon be on their way. As you and your cats snuggle in for the night, good tidings from Rover for a Christmas that’s bright!
Downloadable Cat Christmas Books for a Festive Evening
These books are all available for instant download from the Kindle store, conveniently bringing the joy of the season to your digital devices. Enjoy!
Peaches, The Cat Who Hated Christmas
Who is Peaches, and why does she hate Christmas? Will Peaches ever find the holiday spirit, or will she ruin Christmas instead? Unique illustrations help tell the story of Peaches and her family in this brand-new Christmas book that will keep you—and your cats—in suspense to the very end.
Buy on KindleHere Comes Santa Cat
Clever and mischievous, Cat the cat dons a Santa suit as he worries that his antics throughout the year may have stuck him on the naughty list. With charming illustrations to guide you through the story, this funny tale is just right for a happy Christmas Eve.
Buy on KindleMax the Cat & The Purrfect Gift
When Max the Cat sees his Christmas gift under the tree, he knows that he must find a way to show his owner, The Little Lady, how much he cares about her. Max searches high and low for the purr-fect Christmas gift in this sweet story filled with bold and colorful artwork.
Buy on KindleThe Cat on the Dovrefell: A Christmas Tale
Based on a Norwegian folktale, this story doesn’t technically feature a cat at all, only a very large bear and a group of confused trolls. We think that your cat will appreciate the comparison anyway, especially in this delightful retelling of the traditional story from beloved author and illustrator Tomie de Paola.
Buy on KindleMerry Christmas, Splat
A popular character in the children’s book scene, Splat the Cat is all ready for Christmas in this holiday-themed tale. The story begins with Splat writing a letter to Santa, aided by his mouse sidekick Seymour. But will all of Splat’s Christmas wishes come true? You and your cat will have to read the book to find out!
Buy on KindleThe Cat Who Came Back for Christmas: How a Cat Brought a Family the Gift of Love
For those who prefer long-form cat Christmas books, this heartwarming tale is perfect for a long winter’s night by the fire. It tells the true story of a family and the cat—named Ben—who loved them and made his way home just in time for Christmas.
Buy on KindleA Gift from Bob: How a Street Cat Helped One Man Learn the Meaning of Christmas
In the bestselling book “A Street Cat Named Bob,” author James Bowen told the true story of meeting Bob while they were both living on the streets of London. This holiday follow-up brings James and Bob back to our shelves and our hearts with an inspiring tale of one particular Christmas when Bob the Street Cat reminded James of what the holidays are all about.
Buy on KindleGrumpy Cat’s First Worst Christmas
Grumpy Cat’s sour expression made her famous, but could Christmas turn that kitty frown upside down? Bright, full-color illustrations hilariously capture Grumpy Cat’s failure to be impressed with the snow and lights of Christmas—all while reminding us of the joy of the season.
Buy on KindlePete the Cat Saves Christmas
When Santa comes down with a cold, who will deliver all of his gifts on Christmas? Pete the Cat, of course! This fun holiday picture book takes Pete on an unforgettable holiday journey with illustrations in full, rich color. A New York Times bestseller, it’s sure to please on your Christmas Eve.
Buy on KindlePaper Books to Delight Cat Lovers on Christmas Eve
For those that love the tradition of paper books, these holiday stories are perfect for Christmas Eve reading. Order now for this Christmas or to get a jump on next year’s festive collection.
A Pussycat’s Christmas
The beloved author of “Goodnight Moon” wrote this little book about Pussycat the cat on Christmas Eve. Pussycat listens to the rustle of tissue paper, plays in the snow, and snatches the bows off the gifts under the tree, finding joy in the holiday as only a cat can.
Find on AmazonThe Cat Who Came for Christmas
Cat lovers know the bond—and the battle—that can occur when you bring a cat into your home. This humorous and heartwarming book perfectly captures that dance of independence and love. It tells the story of one self-described curmudgeon and the rescue cat called Polar Bear that stole his heart one Christmas.
Find on AmazonThe Christmas Cat
This classic Christmas picture book tells of an abandoned cat whose only holiday wish is to find a new home. The tale pairs beautifully with delicate illustrations and the perfect dash of Christmas magic and mystery.
Find on AmazonCat Butt Christmas: A Xmas Coloring Book
As much as our cats may love Christmas decor, holiday decorum is probably not on their wish list. This hilarious book has nearly five stars on Amazon from more than 250 humor-loving reviewers. And while it’s not exactly intended for reading, it still counts as a cat Christmas book to us. So grab some crayons and crank up your favorite Christmas songs for a festive and colorful Christmas Eve.
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