Won Ton:
A Cat Tale Told in Haiku (Anniversary Edition)
By Lee Wardlaw, Eugene Yelchin
$19.99
32 pages • POB • Ages 2–7 • ISBN: 978-1636552224 • Available March 9, 2027
Celebrate the 15th anniversary of this critically acclaimed, award-winning favorite―a shelter cat’s unforgettable journey to home, told in irresistible haiku
Marking its 15th anniversary, this award-winning and critically acclaimed picture-book classic returns to captivate a new generation of readers. Told through a sequence of witty, emotionally astute haiku, a shelter cat chronicles his journey from cautious observer to confident companion, capturing the universal longing to belong. A standout upon its original publication, Won Ton earned multiple honors and widespread critical praise, and remains a favorite for classroom read-alouds and poetry units. With humor, heart, and a distinctive voice, this timeless story―paired with expressive, elegant illustrations―offers a fresh and deeply engaging exploration of adoption, identity, and the quiet, transformative power of love.
Praise for Won Ton:
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“Perfect pussycat poetry.”
–Kirkus Reviews
A Washington Post Best Book of the Year
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“A celebration of the child-pet bond.”
–Booklist
An NYPL Best Book of the Year
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“Will steal the hearts of readers young and old.”
–School Library Journal
An School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
AN ALSC Notable Children’s Book
Myra Cohn Livingston Award for Poetry
Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Award
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Lee Wardlaw
Lee is an award-winning author of more than two dozen books for children and young adults, including the beloved Won Ton: A Cat Tale told in Haiku, which received widespread critical acclaim upon its original publication, and My Book of Firsts, also published by Red Comet Press. Known for her wit, warmth, and inventive use of form, she brings humor and heart to stories that resonate with young readers. She lives in Santa Barbara, California. Visit her at leewardlaw.com
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Eugene Yelchin
Eugene is an internationally acclaimed author and illustrator whose work has earned numerous honors, including a Newbery Honor for Breaking Stalin’s Nose. Trained as a stage designer in Russia, he brings a distinctive artistic sensibility to his picture books, combining expressive line work with emotional depth. He lives in Los Angeles, California. Visit him at eugeneyelchin.com.