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James Howe is the acclaimed author of more than seventy books for young readers, including the Houndsley and Catina series and the much lauded BUNNICULA and its sequels. He lives in New York State.

Marie-Louise Gay, illustrator of the Houndsley and Catina series, is the award-winning author and illustrator of many other titles, including RAINY DAY MAGIC and the Stella and Sam series. She lives in Montreal.



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Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time
Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Trade Paperback
ISBN: 9780763645335
Our Price: $4.99
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Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time
Candlewick Sparks
Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Trade Paperback, 48 pages
On Sale: October 13, 2009
Price: $4.99

"The realities of a winter storm lead the friends to use their imaginations. . . .Gentle, whimsical humor." — SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL (starred review)

The first snow of winter has fallen, and Houndsley is very happy, as he loves the quiet time. Catina does not like the quiet time, however, and she... Read more >
Also available as a hardcover.
Houndsley and Catina
Houndsley and Catina
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Trade Paperback
ISBN: 9780763632939
Our Price: $4.99
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Houndsley and Catina
Candlewick Sparks
Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Trade Paperback, 40 pages
On Sale: April 24, 2007
Price: $4.99

"This charming trio of chapters implicitly testifies to the adage that opposites attract." — PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

Catina wants to be a famous writer. Houndsley is an excellent cook. Catina thinks Houndsley is a wonder. Houndsley thinks Catina is a very good friend. So what should Houndsley say about Catina’s seventy-four-chapter memoir? And... Read more >
Also available as a hardcover.
Houndsley and Catina and the Birthday Surprise
Houndsley and Catina and the Birthday Surprise
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Trade Paperback
ISBN: 9780763636401
Our Price: $4.99
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Houndsley and Catina and the Birthday Surprise
Candlewick Sparks
Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Trade Paperback, 48 pages
On Sale: August 14, 2007
Price: $4.99

"Published in beginning-reader format, this gentle story will appeal to children’s compassion as well as their sense of humor." — BOOKLIST

Houndsley is sad. Not because it’s raining or because there are holes in his sweater, but because he doesn’t know when his birthday is. And now Catina is sad, too. But... Read more >
Also available as a hardcover.
Houndsley and Catina
Houndsley and Catina
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780763624040
Our Price: $14.99
 Quantity: 1 
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Houndsley and Catina

Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Hardcover, 40 pages
On Sale: March 14, 2006
Price: $14.99

The subtle dance of friendship - from holding your tongue to knowing what to say - is played out in three sweetly humorous tales about an unlikely, likable pair.

Catina wants to be a famous writer. Houndsley is an excellent cook. Catina thinks Houndsley is a wonder. Houndsley thinks Catina is a... Read more >
Also available as a trade paperback.
Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time
Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780763633844
Our Price: $15.99
 Quantity: 1 
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Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time

Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Hardcover, 48 pages
On Sale: September 9, 2008
Price: $15.99

The creators of the E. B. White Read Aloud winner HOUNDSLEY AND CATINA offer a charming sequel about taking time out from the hustle and bustle.

The first snow of winter has fallen, and Houndsley is very happy, as he loves the quiet time. Catina does not like the quiet time, however... Read more >
Also available as a trade paperback.
Houndsley and Catina Plink and Plunk
Houndsley and Catina Plink and Plunk
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780763633851
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Houndsley and Catina Plink and Plunk

Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Hardcover, 48 pages
On Sale: April 14, 2009
Price: $15.99

Houndsley loves to canoe. Catina loves to ride bikes. But when Houndsley takes Catina out canoeing, she chatters the whole time, drowning out the sounds Houndsley loves, like the call of birds or the plink and plunk of the paddles. And when Catina wants to go biking, Houndsley balks at going... Read more >
Also available as a trade paperback.
Houndsley and Catina Plink and Plunk

Available
March 9, 2010
Houndsley and Catina Plink and Plunk
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Trade Paperback
ISBN: 9780763647391
Our Price: $4.99
 Quantity: 1 
Houndsley and Catina Plink and Plunk
Candlewick Sparks
Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Trade Paperback, 48 pages
On Sale: March 9, 2010
Price: $4.99

Now in paperback, this Candlewick Sparks title offers newly independent readers the chance to experience early fiction from one of today’s most talented author-and-illustrator teams.

Houndsley loves to canoe. Catina loves to ride bikes. But when Houndsley takes Catina out canoeing, she chatters the whole time, drowning out the sounds Houndsley loves... Read more >
Also available as a hardcover.
Houndsley and Catina and the Birthday Surprise
Houndsley and Catina and the Birthday Surprise
Written by James Howe, Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780763624057
Our Price: $14.99
 Quantity: 1 
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Houndsley and Catina and the Birthday Surprise

Written by James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay


Format: Hardcover, 48 pages
On Sale: September 26, 2006
Price: $14.99

Great friends think alike, as James Howe and Marie-Louise Gay bring a beguiling duo back for their second adventure.

Houndsley is sad. Not because it is raining or because there are holes in his sweater, but because he doesn't know when his birthday is. All of a sudden Catina is sad, too... Read more >
Also available as a trade paperback.
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