Meow is definitely not a cat. Cats lick their butts.

Meow Is Not Cat is a flight of folly starring a cynical cat, wild monkeys, butt jokes, a banana cannon, and a unique kid named Meow. Follow along as this wild child’s unique way of following instructions ends up going completely bananas.

This is a completely goofy story, guaranteed to make kids laugh. With a fast pace and endless cast of characters, even pre-readers will love shouting out their favorite parts as you read aloud. Nestled among the laughs is a lesson about how embracing a person’s different way of interpreting the world can lead to surprisingly good results - and bananas, lots of bananas.

Celebrating Different Brains

Every child interprets the world in their own way. Even more so for kids who think differently. They often get labeled naughty, distracted, loud, difficult, or rude.

Too many stories about these kids end with an adult coming to the rescue to “correct” them. Not in this story.

Instead, in this completely whacky kids’ book about being unique, it’s Meow who helps an adult change their perspective. This book paints the picture of what life is like from the perspective of one neurodivergent child.

Meow Is Just Like Me

Meow is never once gendered in the book. Gender isn’t the topic, but neither is it an issue. By not telling readers Meow’s gender, they are free to see in Meow whoever they wish: girls can see an adventurous spirit like themselves; boys can see a creative soul like themselves; non-binary kids get to enjoy a light-hearted laugh free from heavy gender stereotypes.

And it works. Check out the diversity in these quotes from advanced reader reviews:

— “I loved this book! It is the story of Meow- a school going boy, who wears a cap with cat ears, and processes things a little differently than his classmates.”

— “This was a sweet and silly look at a little girl who is called Meow, but she stresses that she is NOT a cat. She wears a cat hat and marches to the beat of her own drum.”

— “What a charming little gem! Great representation with Meow being neurodiverse and (as the book description hints) gender non-conforming/non-binary!”

All of these people are right.

Learn From the Kids

Hey parents and caregivers, are you confused? How on earth can so much happen in a single book? Why are the monkeys roaming free? What does “dancing like a flat-footed duck on a hotplate” even mean? And where on earth did that banana cannon come from?

These are all excellent questions. You should ask the kids. Guaranteed there will be no two answers alike, and that’s exactly how it should be.

About the Author

Kelly Tills writes silly, funny books for kids. She believes even the smallest hat-tip, in the simplest of books, can teach our kids how to approach the world. Her children’s stories are perfect to read aloud to little humans, or for the older kids to read themselves (hey, let them flex those new reading skills!). Either way, everyone will enjoy the giggles.

Kelly is the head of her own neuro-unique family. Her books are dyslexia-friendly. Feminism, celebrating neurodiversity, and potty humor are her jam.

For ages 0-5

Can a turtle wear headphones? No! But they’d be good drummers.

In this light-hearted picture book about turtles, learn about all the different types of sounds turtles can hear, and make. Turtles Have Secret Ears is perfect for home or for classroom read alouds. Kids love shouting out the answers to silly questions like "Can a turtle wear earrings?" This call and response format is a time-tested method for keeping kids engaged and interacting, instead of just chewing on the pages.

Parents and kids love it.

— “With lots of giggles! I honestly recommend these books to my fellow parents and their children.”

— “I read with my kids and they had so much fun responding to all the funny questions in the book.”

— “Perfect for all ages and laugh out loud funny.”

Book 5 of 6 in the Awesome Animals Series

Other books in the series:

1. Snakes Have No Legs
2. Pigs Never Sweat
3. Geckos Don’t Blink
4. Cows Have No Top Teeth
5. Turtles Have Secret Ears
6. Chicks Don't Eat Candy

The Awesome Animals series is a collection of weird but true books for kids about the animal kingdom. Half fact and half fun, each book features an animal which is missing something that we're taught to expect should be there. But these animals don’t just thrive despite that absence, they thrive because of it.

All books use a dyslexia-friendly type-face. With dyslexia, we often focus on the challenges - difficulty reading. But thanks to the way the dyslexic brain is built, people with dyslexia are often creative, intuitive and highly successful. In other words, those people aren't thriving despite their dyslexic brain, they are thriving because of it.

About Kelly Tills

For ages 0-5

Can a gecko blink? No! They lick their eyes clean..

In this light-hearted picture book about our favorite reptiles, learn how geckos sneeze, sleep, and see in the dark without ever closing their eyes. Geckos Don’t Blink is perfect for home or for classroom read alouds. Kids love shouting out the answers to silly questions like "Can a gecko wink when it tells a good joke?" This call and response format is a time-tested method for keeping kids engaged and interacting, instead of just chewing on the pages.

Parents and kids love it.

— “My son LOVES animals. This book is adorable and fun to read with children!”

— “Wow, this was actually great!”

— “It’s not often that children’s picture books teaches me information I hadn’t known. The Awesome Animals series seems to have changed this!”

Book 3 of 6 in the Awesome Animals Series

Other books in the series:

1. Snakes Have No Legs
2. Pigs Never Sweat
3. Geckos Don’t Blink
4. Cows Have No Top Teeth
5. Turtles Have Secret Ears
6. Chicks Don't Eat Candy

The Awesome Animals series is a collection of weird but true books for kids about the animal kingdom. Half fact and half fun, each book features an animal which is missing something that we're taught to expect should be there. But these animals don’t just thrive despite that absence, they thrive because of it.

All books use a dyslexia-friendly type-face. With dyslexia, we often focus on the challenges - difficulty reading. But thanks to the way the dyslexic brain is built, people with dyslexia are often creative, intuitive and highly successful. In other words, those people aren't thriving despite their dyslexic brain, they are thriving because of it.

About Kelly Tills

Kelly is the creator of her own uniquely shaped family. She writes silly, funny books for kids. Kelly believes even the smallest hat-tip, in the simplest of books, can teach our kids how to approach the world. Kelly’s children’s stories are perfect to read aloud to your little humans, or to have your older kids read to you (hey, let them flex those new reading skills!). Either way, you’ll enjoy the giggles.

For ages 0-5

Can a cow whistle a happy tune? No! But they sure have a lovely smile.

In this light-hearted picture book about cows, learn just how much cows love to chew, even without top teeth. They graze all day, then rest, and chew some more. Cows Have No Top Teeth is perfect for home or for classroom read alouds. Kids love shouting out the answers to silly questions like "Does a cow drink through a straw?" This call and response format is a time-tested method for keeping kids engaged and interacting, instead of just chewing on the pages.

Parents and kids love it.

— “Im 7 years old and Santa brought me this book and it’s my favorite book this year. I love reading it!”

— “I love this book and this series.”

— “Cute illustrations and fun commentary make this a little winner for youngsters – and oldersters”

Book 4 of 6 in the Awesome Animals Series

Other books in the series:

1. Snakes Have No Legs
2. Pigs Never Sweat
3. Geckos Don’t Blink
4. Cows Have No Top Teeth
5. Turtles Have Secret Ears
6. Chicks Don't Eat Candy

The Awesome Animals series is a collection of weird but true books for kids about the animal kingdom. Half fact and half fun, each book features an animal which is missing something that we're taught to expect should be there. But these animals don’t just thrive despite that absence, they thrive because of it.

All books use a dyslexia-friendly type-face. With dyslexia, we often focus on the challenges - difficulty reading. But thanks to the way the dyslexic brain is built, people with dyslexia are often creative, intuitive and highly successful. In other words, those people aren't thriving despite their dyslexic brain, they are thriving because of it.

About Kelly Tills

Kelly is the creator of her own uniquely shaped family. She writes silly, funny books for kids. Kelly believes even the smallest hat-tip, in the simplest of books, can teach our kids how to approach the world. Kelly’s children’s stories are perfect to read aloud to your little humans, or to have your older kids read to you (hey, let them flex those new reading skills!). Either way, you’ll enjoy the giggles.

For ages 0-5

Do chicks like sweets? No! They like worms much better.

In this light-hearted book, learn what taste buds are and about all the different flavors. Chicks Don’t Eat Candy is perfect for home or for classroom read alouds. Kids love shouting out the answers to silly questions like "Can kids taste candy?" This call and response format is a time-tested method for keeping kids engaged and interacting, instead of just chewing on the pages.

Parents and kids love it.

— "Chicks Don't Eat Candy, what about little kids? This is a book that's both cute and funny. The pages are extremely colourful, the artwork are simple, that will appeal to very young readers.”

— "I look forward to using this book during preschool storytime and anticipate my library purchasing all the titles in this series."

— "I LOVE this book. The drawings! So cute! I want to hug the little chick..."

Book 6 of 6 in the Awesome Animals Series

Other books in the series:

1. Snakes Have No Legs
2. Pigs Never Sweat
3. Geckos Don’t Blink
4. Cows Have No Top Teeth
5. Turtles Have Secret Ears
6. Chicks Don't Eat Candy

The Awesome Animals series is a collection of weird but true books for kids about the animal kingdom. Half fact and half fun, each book features an animal which is missing something that we're taught to expect should be there. But these animals don’t just thrive despite that absence, they thrive because of it.

All books use a dyslexia-friendly type-face. With dyslexia, we often focus on the challenges - difficulty reading. But thanks to the way the dyslexic brain is built, people with dyslexia are often creative, intuitive and highly successful. In other words, those people aren't thriving despite their dyslexic brain, they are thriving because of it.

About Kelly Tills

Kelly is the creator of her own uniquely shaped family. She writes silly, funny books for kids. Kelly believes even the smallest hat-tip, in the simplest of books, can teach our kids how to approach the world. Kelly’s children’s stories are perfect to read aloud to your little humans, or to have your older kids read to you (hey, let them flex those new reading skills!). Either way, you’ll enjoy the giggles.

For ages 0-5

Can a snake wear shoes? No! But they sure can win a race.

In this light-hearted picture book about snakes, learn how snakes can slither up trees, on land and even in the water. See all the fun shapes a snake can make with its body. Snakes Have No Legs is perfect for home or for classroom read alouds. Kids love shouting out the answers to silly questions like "Can a snake wear gloves?" This call and response format is a time-tested method for keeping kids engaged and interacting, instead of just chewing on the pages.

Story Monsters Approved!

Parents and kids love it.

— "This book was adorable and kiddos are going to love it. It's full of interesting facts presented in an entertaining format with hilarious illustrations. A winner!”

— "We giggled a lot. It’s silly science. Super cute."

— "I absolutely love the artwork for this book. It is colorful and vibrant."

Book 1 of 6 in the Awesome Animals Series

Other books in the series:

• Snakes Have No Legs
• Pigs Never Sweat
• Geckos Don’t Blink
• Cows Have No Top Teeth
• Turtles Have Secret Ears
• Chicks Don't Eat Candy

The Awesome Animals series is a collection of weird but true books for kids about the animal kingdom. Half fact and half fun, each book features an animal which is missing something that we're taught to expect should be there. But these animals don’t just thrive despite that absence, they thrive because of it.

All books use a dyslexia-friendly type-face. With dyslexia, we often focus on the challenges - difficulty reading. But thanks to the way the dyslexic brain is built, people with dyslexia are often creative, intuitive and highly successful. In other words, those people aren't thriving despite their dyslexic brain, they are thriving because of it.

About Kelly Tills

Kelly is the creator of her own uniquely shaped family. She writes silly, funny books for kids. Kelly believes even the smallest hat-tip, in the simplest of books, can teach our kids how to approach the world. Kelly’s children’s stories are perfect to read aloud to your little humans, or to have your older kids read to you (hey, let them flex those new reading skills!). Either way, you’ll enjoy the giggles.

For ages 0-5

Do pigs get stinky sweaty? No! But they sure get muddy.

In this light-hearted picture book about pigs, learn how different bodies cool down in different ways: sweat, water or mud! Pigs Never Sweat is perfect for home or for classroom read alouds. Kids love shouting out the answers to silly questions like "Can people roll in mud too?" This call and response format is a time-tested method for keeping kids engaged and interacting, instead of just chewing on the pages.

Parents and kids love it.

— “My son (6yo) loved the animal facts. I loved his giggles as he read the book to me.”

— “What a wonderful gem of a book!”

— “Kids learn and are entertained at the same time. Expect giggles!”

Book 2 of 6 in the Awesome Animals Series

Other books in the series:

1. Snakes Have No Legs
2. Pigs Never Sweat
3. Geckos Don’t Blink
4. Cows Have No Top Teeth
5. Turtles Have Secret Ears
6. Chicks Don't Eat Candy

The Awesome Animals series is a collection of weird but true books for kids about the animal kingdom. Half fact and half fun, each book features an animal which is missing something that we're taught to expect should be there. But these animals don’t just thrive despite that absence, they thrive because of it.

All books use a dyslexia-friendly type-face. With dyslexia, we often focus on the challenges - difficulty reading. But thanks to the way the dyslexic brain is built, people with dyslexia are often creative, intuitive and highly successful. In other words, those people aren't thriving despite their dyslexic brain, they are thriving because of it.

About Kelly Tills

Kelly is the creator of her own uniquely shaped family. She writes silly, funny books for kids. Kelly believes even the smallest hat-tip, in the simplest of books, can teach our kids how to approach the world. Kelly’s children’s stories are perfect to read aloud to your little humans, or to have your older kids read to you (hey, let them flex those new reading skills!). Either way, you’ll enjoy the giggles.