Suzanne Stephenson

Being a talking pig is not easy, particularly if you belong to a lawyer. Patrick the pig not only finds himself involved with the Parish Council but also finds himself on trial. Will he be able to save the local Christmas festivities? This is a comedy of pigs, law and Christmas which, like seasonal punch, should be enjoyed for warm seasonal cheer, or sometimes just enjoyed for a bit of laughter at humans' expense. "A very entertaining book, full of humour that had me chuckling along with the wisdom of a very clever pig." - Review by D for The World According to Patrick White.

When a song-thrush has her nest demolished by the builders, what can a bird do but look around town for a new home? Assisted by a hedgehog friend and two sparrows, Philida goes on a quest to find somewhere to live.

When Mr Perkins shows up, things are going to change. How this black cat can make such a difference is anyone's guess, but he does. The lives of the people in the courthouse and a nearby bed and breakfast, are going to transform. But will it always be for the better? Whether it is pet rescue, support dogs, or help with British Sign Language, this black cat seems to be in the mix. Following Mr Perkins' appearance in the lives of judges, litigants and court staff, the local vet and the people in the B&B, all seem to benefit from the strange cat with the bright yellow eyes. After touching base with Mr Perkins judgements are improved inside and out of the courtroom. Is this cat some stray moggy, or is there a little bit of stardust on his paws?

Is this a pig of a legal drama? Or more a story of how a pig might see our world? Emmie is a part-time lawyer and a part-time farmer who finds she is in possession of a talking pig. Odd? Yes. But this is only a part of the piggy story. "Patrick White" as he calls himself questions our rules, our religions and our politics. He is curious and clever and he often finds human behaviour incomprehensible. Patrick White ends up in court as an expert witness about porcine behaviour. After all, the world needs to know his side of the story. When he meets a royal dignitary, the piggy tail takes another twist. Patrick has his own views about human behaviour. Can you imagine what they are? Dare you find out?

Mr Perkins makes sure this is a very different sort of story about a cat. There cannot be too many books about a moggy working in a lawyers' office. When he strolls into Spong, Salter and Tethering Solicitors out of nowhere, he is set to change lives. Is he just a stray or a magical cat, who can gift those around him the changes they deserve? Both good and bad. The antics of Mr Perkins will amuse and possibly mystify you. As they do everyone who brushes up against a feline of such majestic influence. This is a story for anyone who loves our feline friends. It's a story for those in the legal profession. It's a story for those who stare out of an office window and wonder. Come and join Mr Perkins as he pads around, helping himself to tuna and sunshine.