Motanul Tomita

Tomita is a cat who lives in a busy pet shop called Codita vesela. The book gathers nine stories about the people and animals who come through the shop. Each tale is seen through Tomita's eyes.

Tomita has firm views on life and a very big heart. He wants to do good deeds. He saves other kittens from death. He makes loyal friends. He helps people come to know their own hearts. Through him, children learn about friendship, empathy, tenderness and kindness. The stories also touch on family, hope, generosity and respect for others. One line sums up his view: love and care are enough to be happy.

This is a picture book for young readers, though older readers may enjoy it too. Raluca Burca drew the color pictures. Reviewers compare Tomita to Hoffmann's tomcat Murr and to the fox in The Little Prince.

Corina Ozon was born in Timisoara. She studied philology, journalism and communication, and holds a doctorate in communication sciences. She spent twelve years in print and TV news before moving into public relations. She began writing on her personal blog and has published novels, short prose and essays for adults. She lives in Bucharest with her daughter and a cat.