Book

Sorry I Barfed on Your Bed (and Other Heartwarming Letters from Kitty)

by Jeremy Greenberg

📖 Overview

Sorry I Barfed on Your Bed collects humorous letters written from cats to their human owners. The book features photos of cats paired with their supposed correspondence explaining various feline behaviors and mishaps. Each letter presents a cat's perspective on common household situations like knocking items off tables, refusing to use the litter box, or creating midnight chaos. The cats offer unapologetic explanations for their actions while maintaining their signature air of superiority. The format mimics standard letter-writing conventions, complete with proper greetings and sign-offs from the feline authors. Photos throughout the book capture cats in both innocent and mischievous moments that align with the letters' contents. The book uses humor to explore the complex dynamic between cats and their human caretakers, highlighting the peculiar way cats seem to both depend on and dismiss their owners. These letters serve as a playful commentary on the universal experiences of cat ownership.

👀 Reviews

Readers call this book a quick, light read that delivers cat-themed humor through apologetic letters written from a feline perspective. Many note it makes an ideal gift for cat owners who will relate to the behaviors described. Likes: - Photos complement the letters well - Captures typical cat attitudes and antics accurately - Works as a coffee table book for casual browsing - Appeals to both adults and children Dislikes: - Some found it repetitive after a few pages - Several readers wanted more content for the price - A few noted the humor feels forced at times Ratings: Amazon: 4.5/5 from 647 reviews Goodreads: 3.7/5 from 1,324 ratings Common review quote: "Made me laugh out loud but wish it was longer." Many readers compare it favorably to similar cat humor books like "I Could Pee on This," though some prefer the latter's poetry format over this book's letter style.

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Simon's Cat by Simon Tofield Simple line drawings capture the mischief and daily interactions between a cat and his human through wordless scenes and situations.

🤔 Interesting facts

🐱 Author Jeremy Greenberg is also a stand-up comedian who has appeared on numerous TV shows, including NBC's "Today Show" and FOX's "Laughs." 🐾 The book is written from cats' perspectives as humorous apology letters to their owners, addressing common feline behaviors like hairball deposits and furniture scratching. 📚 Following the success of this book, Greenberg wrote a companion volume called "Sorry I Pooped in Your Shoe (and Other Heartwarming Letters from Doggy)." 🏆 The book became a popular gift item among cat lovers and reached bestseller status on Amazon's humor category after its release in 2013. 🎨 Each letter in the book is accompanied by adorable photographs of cats, making it both a humor book and a collection of cat photography.