What's a pampered cat to do now that she has to compete for attention with an ill-mannered puppy? Award-winning author Susin Nielsen delights in this laugh-a-minute twist on the classic sibling rivalry story. Princess Puffybottom has the perfect life -- her subjects serve her delicious meals, clean up her "delicate matters" and wait on her hand and foot. Life is good . . . until Darryl arrives. Princess Puffybottom thinks he's disgusting, horrid and a true animal. Though she tries everything in her power to banish him (including hypnosis, trickery and even sabotage), it looks like this puppy is here to stay. Can Princess P. and Darryl find a way to co-exist? A hilarious picture book from acclaimed author Susin Nielsen, with adorable illustrations by Olivia Chin Mueller, Princess Puffybottom . . . and Darryl is perfect for not only warring siblings, but also anyone who loves cute pets (and some toilet humor). PreS-Gr 1-Princess Puffybottom, a fabulous black cat, has a loving home with owners who spoil her with love and affection. One day, Darryl the dog comes to live with them and the princess is not pleased. She does everything in her power to get him to leave or be kicked out, but nothing works. As she gives up in defeat, she finds Darryl following her around, and she learns that perhaps he isn't so bad. The illustrations elevate this book from good to great. Readers get a good feel of how fabulous Princess Puffybottom is by the illustrations of her glamorous Polaroids on the inside cover. Children with pets will recognize these everyday activities of cats and dogs and will have plenty of laughs throughout. The illustrations also tell a subtle story of the owners preparing for a baby, that children (like Princess Puffybottom) will likely miss. This provides a good opportunity for pointing out clues and asking questions. VERDICT A great read-aloud for storytime.-Elizabeth Portillo, Easton Public Library, CT One of Bookish 's Best Children’s and Middle Grade Books (Winter 2019) One of Kirkus Reviews ' Best Picture Books of 2019 For Animal Lovers One of CCBC 's Best Books for Kids & Teens 2019 One of the Ontario Library Association’s 2019 Top Ten Titles PRAISE FOR Princess Puffybottom . . . and Darryl: "Nielsen's tale and Mueller's digitally created pooch and puss pair perfectly. . . . Princess and Darryl need a sequel." -- Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews “Beautifully illustrated with muted colors throughout, both Nielsen and Mueller have presented a delightful story of a pampered cat who learns to adapt to the changes within her family.” -- School Library Connection “Nielsen’s text is understated and funny. Children will relate to its simplicity and adults will understand all that is left unsaid about their children’s feelings.” -- Imaginary Elevators "Mueller’s frisky digital cartoons flaunt the pets’ differing personalities, making their eventual coziness all the more tender." --Publishers Weekly “The humorous, entrancing illustrations relay part of the story not explained in the text and act as a visual punch line to the humour. . . . Children will love Princess Puffybottom’s antics.” --Resource Links SUSIN NIELSEN got her start feeding cast and crew on the popular television series Degrassi Junior High. They hated her food, but they saw a spark in her writing. Nielsen went on to pen sixteen episodes of the hit TV show. Since then, she has written for many Canadian TV series. Nielsen's first two young adult novels, Word Nerd and Dear George Clooney: Please Marry My Mom, won critical acclaim and multiple young readers' choice awards. The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen won the prestigious Governor General's Literary Award and the Canadian Library Association's Children's Book of the Year. We Are All Made of Molecules was shortlisted for the Governor General's Literary Award, longlisted for the Carnegie Medal and nominated for the Canadian Library Association's Children's Book of the Year. Optimists Die First was nominated for the OLA White Pine Award and the Carnegie Medal, and received four starred reviews. Her most recent novel is No Fixed Address . Nielsen lives in Vancouver with her family and two extremely destructive cats. Visit her at susinnielsen.com; on Facebook at Susin Nielsen, Author; and on Twitter at @susinnielsen. OLIVIA CHIN MUELLER graduated with a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design. She is the illustrator of A Bedtime Yarn , written by Nicola Winstanley, as well as I am a Puppy and I am a Kitten in the Little Golden Books series. Besides illustrating, Olivia loves playing with her cats, raising silk moths and collecting anything cute! Olivia grew up in the small town of Chester, Connecticut, and now lives in Los Angeles, California.