Oh, boy! A cat with opposable thumbs!

Pati Nagle has a new e-book out, and the hero is a feline with opposable thumbs and the ability to talk. It's SF, of course, and talk about a dangerous and sneaky gumpaw detective! And the love interest is a Burmese -- Merlyn is excited about this story! I'll definitely put this one on my list.

EDIT: A sample from the book!

Here's the scoop (no pun intended...):

Book View Café Releases Pati Nagle's PET NOIR

Pet Noir (Fun SF/Mystery)
Pati Nagle
May 10, 2011
$4.99 ebook
ISBN: 978 1 61138 063 7

Can a lowly gumpaw hope for love with a girl who rides in a jewel-encrusted carrier?

Feline investigator Leon, with opposable thumbs and the ability to talk, is possibly the most dangerous cat in the galaxy. Indentured to the Security department of Gamma Station until the cost of his creation is paid off, Leon alternates between harassing his human partner/roommate Devin and fighting sleazoid criminals, yet still finds time to flirt with the lovely Leila, an exotic Burmese who lives in the swankiest level of the station. Will he win her heart, and more important—will he win his freedom?

Palm Wars continued.... Settled?

Well, I am sorta holding my breath, but looks like the Palm business has settled down. It was working, and then everything vanished. My guest was curious and I think has it cooperating, but I will probably print it out today, old and new addresses all, just to make sure I have it in some other form. I may also port to Google. Was not how I wanted to spend last week.

Happy birthday, Tree!

And I see that it's treebyleaf's birthday. I hope it's a wonderful day, and the beginning of a wonderful year to come!

Austin, TX Planned Parenthood's Cocktails for a Cause

If cocktails with friends sounds like a nice way to donate to a good cause, Thursday night is right up your alley. Remember to arrange for a Designated Driver!

Planned Parenthood is in the crosshairs of budget cuts. Help support its services simply by tying one on. Like you need an excuse. THURSDAY MAY 12, 2011. 6pm. $40. The Palm Door, 401 Sabine, 512-276-8061. www.ppaustin.org