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Bill Bailey, Please Come Home (The Shotgun Shack Kitties) Paperback – March 20, 2024

by A N Stewart (Author), Virginia de Mahy (Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars 44 ratings
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In the heart of New Orleans, the power of music brings a special secret to a group of spirited cats.


Down in New Orleans near the river and railroad tracks, a young girl named Eartha took in many kitties to live with her in her shotgun shack. They loved this marvelous place with natural beauty and animals outside, and love, music, and flowers inside.


One of the shotgun shack kitties, Bill Bailey, was a cat who loved to wander and meow hello to the people he passed, wishing they could understand him. When he encountered some elder cats, they shared the secret to speaking with humans-the power and language of music. It wasn't long before Bill Bailey and his shotgun shack kitty crew were bounding with their brass band instruments in a makeshift parade, singing his namesake song all the way.


Families and educators of young children will delight in this story that showcases New Orleans, music, and the importance of community and interconnectedness.

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  1. Reading age
    2 - 8 years, from customers
  2. Book 1 of 1
    The Shotgun Shack Kitties
  3. Print length
    42 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Dimensions
    8.5 x 0.11 x 8.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    ANS Publishing
  7. Publication date
    March 20, 2024
  8. ISBN-10
    1662950950
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1662950957
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The book is filled with multiple delights from start to finish. First, the narrative of natural life is quite compelling, describing a beautiful world of sunshine and animals like pelicans, blue herons, and cranes. Additionally, it introduces young readers to a very pleasing song and mentions some interesting musical instruments that will delight children interested in music. The pictures illustrate the plot brilliantly. The cartoon images of cats, plants, houses, humans, musical instruments, and joyful celebrations are carefully crafted to put the reader in a positive mood. Bill Bailey's cheerful and adventurous personality is also quite infectious and likable. Bill Bailey, Please Come Home is a great gift for youngsters with its enthralling story and pictures. A.N. Stewart does an excellent job of capturing the wonderful charm of animals and the irresistible allure of good music! -Reviewed by Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite; Five Stars


I liked Bill Bailey, Please Come Home because of the values it teaches, such as caring for others, harmony, and collaboration when working as a team. The narrative is entertaining and ideal for teaching young readers a love of animals and music. The descriptions are clear, emphasizing pleasant environments and aspects such as the scent of flowers. The images are wonderful, showing a variety of felines and musical instruments. The colors are cheerful, and the settings have many details, such as houses, flowers, and animals, giving a vivid perspective of New Orleans. I loved how A.N. Stewart combined the story with a song, making the reading more interactive. In addition, Bill Bailey is a kind and friendly character and a great role model. Children will learn the value of music and how wonderful it is to share moments with friends. --Reviewed by Diana Lopez for Readers' Favorite; Five Stars

About the Author

Children's author A.N. Stewart has been a storyteller since childhood. She grew up in Southeast Louisiana where music, stories, and folklore were what helped foster her imagination. The story, Bill Bailey, Please Come Home is the first installation in The Shotgun Shack Kitties, a series of books following a group of spirited kitties that live in a shotgun house in New Orleans with a girl named Eartha.A.N. Stewart combines playful storytelling with the vibrancy of New Orleans, with each book highlighting a feature of the lively region-jazz and other music, food, community. A.N. is her own inspiration for her stories, as she indeed lives in a shotgun house in New Orleans with too many cats.She believes a great book is one that evokes compassion and joy and reminds readers of the beauty around us, in a world that has enough sadness or stress. She hopes her own young readers come away from her stories excited about music, nature, and reading, and that it stays with them long after the book is closed.A.N. Stewart currently lives in New Orleans with ten cats including, of course, the one and only Bill Bailey.

Virginia de Mahy is an illustrator that is currently living in the French Quarter and grew up in New Orleans with a love of the culture, art, and music. She is also a cat enthusiast and this is her debut book.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ANS Publishing (March 20, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 42 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1662950950
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1662950957
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 8 years, from customers
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.11 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 44 ratings

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Customers find this children's book heartwarming, following a group of lovable cats, with one customer noting how the story is infused with the rhythm of music. The charming illustrations receive positive feedback, with one customer mentioning how the author paints a vivid picture.

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Customers enjoy the heartwarming tale of a group of lovable cats, with one customer noting how the story is infused with the rhythm of music.

"...This heartwarming tale follows a group of lovable cats as they embark on an adventure filled with friendship and discovery...." Read more

"...Absolutely adorable. Even my kitty midnight came by to listen to the sweet story. Loved seeing and hearing about quintessential new orleans..." Read more

"...The illustrations are beautiful and the words poignant. I highly recommend!..." Read more

"Loved the story and would have given it a 5 but the kindle version was a little hard to read at times with all the great illustrations." Read more

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Customers find this children's book charming, with one customer particularly appreciating the delightful blend of New Orleans charm and another noting the adorable feline antics.

"Bill Bailey, Please Come Home is a delightful blend of New Orleans charm, musical magic, and adorable feline antics...." Read more

"...Even my kitty midnight came by to listen to the sweet story. Loved seeing and hearing about quintessential new orleans scenery and music...." Read more

"Bill Bailey, Please Come Home is a charming children’s book set in a lovely old New Orleans neighborhood...." Read more

"This is a very sweet and endearing children’s book. The illustrations are beautiful and the words poignant. I highly recommend!..." Read more

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Customers appreciate the charming illustrations in the book, with one customer noting how the author paints a vivid picture.

"...With charming illustrations and an engaging storyline, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages...." Read more

"Got one for my niece and one for myself! Absolutely adorable...." Read more

"...Children will enjoy the illustrations and will learn more about the smells, sights and sounds of the iconic city of New Orleans, Louisiana." Read more

"This is a very sweet and endearing children’s book. The illustrations are beautiful and the words poignant. I highly recommend!..." Read more

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It was a joy to read, with characters as colorful as the illustrations, and it even teaches you a little about New Orleans culture and jazz music. Jazz has always been close to my heart, and I was so thrilled to discover a new jazz song thanks to this book! "Bill Bailey, Please Come Home," which is the title of the book, is also a popular jazz tune covered by so many amazing artists.
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  • Adrienne Zlatkiss
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must-read for anyone who loves cats, music, or the enchanting city of New Orleans.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2024
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    Bill Bailey, Please Come Home is a delightful blend of New Orleans charm, musical magic, and adorable feline antics. The author paints a vivid picture of the city's beautiful streets, infused with the rhythm of music.

    This heartwarming tale follows a group of lovable cats as they embark on an adventure filled with friendship and discovery. Through their journey, young readers are treated to a celebration of creativity and the joy of making music together.

    With charming illustrations and an engaging storyline, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages. Bill Bailey, Please Come Home is a must-read for anyone who loves cats, music, or the enchanting city of New Orleans. Highly recommended!
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  • Martha Tercero
    5.0 out of 5 stars The cutest!!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2024
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    Got one for my niece and one for myself! Absolutely adorable. Even my kitty midnight came by to listen to the sweet story.
    Loved seeing and hearing about quintessential new orleans scenery and music. One of my fav places to visit. This sweet book would make an excellent gift for kids and music cat loving adults ❤️
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  • Shawn
    5.0 out of 5 stars great childrens story about music and new orleans
    Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024
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    Bill Bailey, Please Come Home is a charming children’s book set in a lovely
    old New Orleans neighborhood. The reader is introduced to a cat who lives
    in a house known in New Orleans as a shotgun shack. We also meet other
    neighborhood cats as they explore their surroundings and learn to play musical
    instruments in order to better communicate with the humans in their lives.
    Children will enjoy the illustrations and will learn more about the smells,
    sights and sounds of the iconic city of New Orleans, Louisiana.
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  • Vanessa Buonopane
    4.0 out of 5 stars cats and music!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2024
    I loved the graphics and the plot of this story! It was soooo cute!
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  • Alexis D.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2024
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    This is a very sweet and endearing children’s book. The illustrations are beautiful and the words poignant. I highly recommend! Teach your children the love of books and music…this book encompasses both!
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  • cajunladym
    5.0 out of 5 stars Smile
    Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2024
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    Loved the story and would have given it a 5 but the kindle version was a little hard to read at times with all the great illustrations.
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  • Holly T
    5.0 out of 5 stars Freakin' ADORABLE
    Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2024
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    SO CUTE! A love letter to New Orleans AND a wonderful story full of cats and all the other animals you can see in Cresent City. I can't wait for the other books! Can you show pictures of the real life Shotgun Shack Kitties?
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  • Karen Martin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful story
    Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2024
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    What a delightful and heartwarming story about a young girl and her adventurous kitties. As I turned the pages the illustrations made me smile as the characters came to life. I can’t wait to see more music and adventures ahead. 😊🎶❤️
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