A bestseller in Japan, this story grew out of director Makoto Shinkai's first short anime, which became a television series and a popular manga.

The book is beautifully translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori who brought the best selling Convenience Store Woman to English readers and also has stunning illustrations at the beginning of each chapter by British artist Rohan Eason.

On the outskirts of Tokyo, local cats weave their way through the lives and homes of their owners as they navigate difficult times.

She and Her Cat explores the gentle magic of everyday life. Chobi sends silent messages of courage to a young woman going through a faltering relationship. Kuro watches over a lonely woman who has dedicated her life to a cold husband and his demanding parents. Each cat makes an impact on the human lives that they share.

The four intertwining stories are insightful, inspiring and uplifting and will be treasured by cat lovers everywhere. A perfect Christmas gift.