Sammy is a bumpy, jumpy, jolly young cat. He likes to eat. He likes to get into mischief. He loves adventure and excitement. But one day Sammy wakes up gloomy and sad. His mother doesn't know why. His sister doesn't know why. So off to Dr. Katz the family goes, only to learn that Sammy has caught the gloomy loomies. Sammy doesn't want to take the medicine to cure his gloomy loomies. But when he finally does, a surprise awaits not only Sammy and his family, but the entire cat world as well Sammy Catches the Gloomy Loomies is the first book in the Sammy's CatVentures series. Go to www.SammysCatVentures.com for more information. "I just love the look of this book The illustrations are divine and the narration is hilarious. Very smart." -Kristi Reiersgard, Voice/Dialect Coach Actor Playwright, West Hollywood, California "The delightful adventures of Sammy the Cat have given me an opportunity to see deeper into my imagination and world of play. Children love him and I love him too He is an amazing character with a beautiful family and community-I can't wait for more books in the series " -Siobhan Marie Chapman, Queensland, Australia "I have worked in the field of early childhood education for several years. I am always happy to find a book for young children that I can endorse wholeheartedly. Hayley L. Howell has an instant rapport with young children. She exudes enthusiasm, joy, and compassion for them. I highly recommend this book for all parents and children." -Linda Brooks, Ed.D., Federal Way, Washington