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Boulevard of Broken Dreams by Kim Deitch (Pantheon; 2002) Ted Mishkin, an early animator, has a problem. Is his creation, the mischievous, bi-pedal cat Waldo, actually real? Mishkin thinks so, and it drives him insane in this darkly delightful novel. Deitch, an underground comix pioneer, has a style that combines the quaintness of antique toys with the woes of modern life. Full Review
...CAT...
Studies show that the company of a cat can help keep you calm and happy. This robotic version--known as NeCoRo in his native Japan and Max in the U.S.--is so lifelike in his appearance, responses and movements that Maryland "robo-therapists" Alex and Elena Libin have recommended him for nursing-home residents and dementia patients who could use a pet's love but are unable to care for the real thing. Stroke Max with an open palm or call him by name, and he will purr, turn his head, move his ears and blink his eyes...
...Cat Lady...
Thirtysomething moms seeking Batman lunch boxes for their superhero-obsessed sons may find themselves tempted to buy a Wonder Woman one as well. The Cat in the Hat and other bobble-head dolls may be easier to resist...