Pigeon & Cat

Praise for Pigeon & Cat:
An Entertainment Weekly Recommended Book for Summer
A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book

* "A splendid paean to the power of art to heal, and the trifecta of friendship, persistence, and inclusivity to rebuild community. A delightful book."

"A heartwarming tale of a homeless cat whose unlikely friendship with a baby pigeon helps build a community where all are welcome, Pigeon and Cat is a gentle introduction into the complex issue of housing insecurity."

"An interspecies lovefest starring two urban strays…. A sweet tale celebrating the joys of both personal and communal togetherness."

"The arrival of a baby pigeon prompts an anxious feline stray to venture outside the confines of his city lot in Hemingway’s heartening picture book…. Stylized mixed-media art maps Cat’s transformation, presenting a muted palette that shifts to vibrant as the compassionate, genuinely moving tale builds to an “all are welcome here” conclusion."

"A loner cat and an adventurous, outgoing bird are paired in this heartwarming story of friendship and community.... Hemingway’s oil-on-board art has an animated quality that jumps off the page…. bright contrasts and dynamic perspectives help bring the city and its inhabitants to life. Along with the main text, all of the dialogue is presented in speech bubbles, which young readers will enjoy deciphering. A satisfying story exploring heart and home."

"Viewers will enjoy seeing Pigeon bring the community together, and they will appreciate the small details and visual treats in the art."

"Hemingway fills his illustrations with entertaining details and variation, creating a dynamic reading experience and a friendship tale worth reading… a heartening conclusion of urban renewal and community."

Praise for Tough Cookie: 

"What if the candy-studded cookie in the classic 'Gingerbread Man' tale actually tasted terrible...that's the clever premise of this entertaining story."

"Hemingway bakes up a clever case of mistaken identity in this holiday treat–inspired tale.... The author’s snappy pacing and silly scenarios keep the giggles coming."

"Reminiscent of Lane Smith and Jon Scieszka's fairy-tale retellings.... The fun is in the layout and pacing of the storyline on the page, and the variety of candy and cookie characters, all smiling away. This sweet and silly story is about friendship and making the best of what you've got."