Wednesday, July 24, 2024

*Review* Ninja Kitties: Trouble at the Bridge by Rob Hudnut


Genre: Children's 5-7 years
Published: August 29, 2023
Pages: 49


Kids will love this exciting new graphic novel for children! It's a beautiful day and Zumi, Hana, and Drago are busy bustling about Kitlandia's castle to prepare for a visit from Piglandia's King and Queen, but Zumi is in charge and wants everything just so. Meanwhile, the mischievous trio--Winty Wolf, Cody Coyote, and Jed Jackal--are up to no good; they're destroying the Emerald Bridge! Piglandia's royal family are on their way and they'll get hurt if the bridge isn't repaired in time. The kitties assemble for Ninja Kitty Time to come to the rescue! Find out what happens next in this charming new picture book for kids, where they'll learn about the power of teamwork, listening to others, and working together!


I received a copy of this book through Netgalley. This is my honest review. 

This was a cute story about royal kittens who are also secret ninjas being trained by their grandmother. They're preparing for a royal visit when the Fang Gang breaks the bridge to the kingdom and they must rush to the rescue, with Hana's flower power ultimately saving the day. The overall message of the story was that listening to others and not judging people before you meet them are important. 

The illustrations were very colorful, and somewhat simplistic. I think this series would make great coloring books as well, as I know I'd find coloring the pages relaxing. This is a story that I wouldn't mind reading several times as it was adorable and I heartily approve of the message it gives. Overall I give this book 4.3854 out of 5 stars. - Katie 




Award-winning professional artist Kayomi Harai worked as a commercial art illustrator and animal portrait artist in her native Japan before moving to California. Known for her watercolor paintings of bright-eyed cats in precarious situations, her lifelike artistry has captivated collectors for years. Her works have been exhibited around the world, and are licensed in collectible plates, figurines, puzzles, t-shirts, prints, posters, and greeting cards.

Rob Hudnut is an award-winning writer and storyteller in children's entertainment, and the owner and founder of Rod Hudnut Productions where he specializes in creating play- and faith-based franchises for kids. Some of their global clients include NBCUniversal, Alpha Toys, ICON Creative Studio, Kavaleer Productions, and more. Prior to starting his own production company, Rob was the Executive Producer and Vice President of Mattel's entertainment division for 19 years, where his work included award-winning entertainment for Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price Little People, Rescue Heroes, DC Superhero Girls, Masters of the Universe, and other Mattel brands. An Emmy-nominated songwriter, Rob also co-wrote the first-ever Barbie movie, Barbie in The Nutcracker, and more than 50 songs for the Barbie movies, as well as songs for Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price.

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