Reviews & News for THE RED CAT

“I was looking for children’s books online when I came across Nancy Fabian’s THE RED CAT. I decided to check it out, and the pleasure was all mine. I was unexpectedly greeted by a book that not only has an interesting short story, but one that I think should be required reading in our elementary schools. She writes about differences in “us” and how those differences only add to our lives of sameness. With all the bullying and name calling by even elementary age children, how refreshing to find a book that addresses that issue with extremely good taste in a manner even very young children will understand. I was so excited to see a book that not only entertains, but educates. Young children aren’t inherently bad, but when they have no rules or ideas to follow, they react negatively. How encouraging to find out there is a better way, and Nancy has captured that way with charm and fun. Everyone I have given the book to has commented that “it is truly a great book, too bad more youngsters aren’t able to read it”. Thru us, they can. I am sending them to my great grandchildren, several elementary schools and even took one to my church to be read in the nursery and young children’s classes. It’s not harming in any way, and just delights children into seeing that being different is great. Life would be so much more beautiful if we all understood, embraced and taught “different” is much more beautiful than “sameness.”
- Helen Boyer from Clearfield, UT

“As I read this story to my two older children, I realized the impact it could have on them.  Teaching them that everyone is unique and different in their own way is very important.”
- Mindy, MommieswithCents.com

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“THE RED CAT comes at a time when more and more attention is being placed on bullying prevention and acceptance in our children’s schools. It is an enlightening book for children 9-12 years old that teaches the value of being different.”
- Tricia Brunton, gomom.me

“I would recommend this book to young readers and listeners for a good read and valuable lessons that can be applied to the children’s personal unique attributes. My 4-1/2 year-old had many meaningful discussions after I read it to her. You will, too.”
- Catherine R., Moms in Weston CT

“The best part about the book was the conversation that ensued after we finished.  I asked my 5 year old several questions about the book to assess his level of understanding, and he definitely got the message.  We talked together about differences people may have on the outside.  And most importantly, we talked about the sameness we share with all people that exists on the inside of everyone we meet.  It was a wonderful talk and I thank Nancy for bringing us this book.”
- Andrea Krollman, Fairfield MomsTown

“Although we feel we are different we want to fit in and be like everyone else until we realize our uniqueness makes us special. That is when we trully value who we are. This is the lovely message recieved from this well written, colorful, and beautifully illustrated book. There is a “Mindy” in everyone of us. This book is for children of all ages, its a lesson learned.”
- Alana, Amazon.com reviewer

“Fairfield resident writes children’s book.”
- Fairfield Minuteman

“Fairfield mom Nancy Fabian has written THE RED CAT, a children’s book that teaches the value of being different.”
- FairfieldFamilies.com

“Fairfield mom Nancy Fabian writes a children’s book.”
- AmericanTowns.com

“The storyline is very meaningful as it talk about accepting others with disability.”
- From Dominique’s Desk