AI or not, this was a cute read and a nice reminder that sometimes it’s okay to not do anything at all.

Well… I have doubts about the authenticity of this book as well. Some illustrations are well done and others you wonder if AI isn’t doing the job. Overall, for the story and the general look, it’s really cute and positive…. But, I might be wrong and it’s the artist style, but, some details indicated that it isn’t all handmade by the artist.

If it’s the case, it’s not a good thing. At all. And it’s a shame. If I’m wrong, sorry, and keep the good work. Maybe adjust the illustrations that are showing signs of AI in it then to avoid misunderstanding and doubts :)

Thank you Chantilly Cat Press and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.

Caroline Bell has created a beautiful book predominately for children but really for all cat lovers.

I loved the musings of George and the beautiful illustrations in the book, all in the same calming carefully selected tones throughout.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this beautiful book, I highly recommend it.

Stop because I have no notes to this or thoughts, it was the most stinking cutest thing I've ever read.

What George thinks when he sits still by Caroline Bell was a fantastic read. Although it was quick it was sweet and heartfelt. Some of my favorite things from this books were the artwork and style, the poetry aspects, and the story. I love cats so seeing what a cat is thinking is great. Overall this book is a 4/5 stars for me and I would definitely recommend it to someone who is looking for a quick and cozy read.

“Sometimes, he watches you without blinking.
You think he's just sitting there, but really -
he's making sure your heart feels safe.“ — OMG!! 🥹 this book was such a fun and quick little read and i enjoyed every second! the art and the writing was so cute. protect george at all costs please! 😭❤️

This was SO cute I absolutely loved it. It was a fun, quick read and the illustrations were adorable!

I read this with my 4 year old daughter and it was such a delight! I appreciate that it’s teaching us how to ground ourselves and be mindful. My daughter really enjoyed this and the illustrations were well done too!

This was a cute read about what goes on in the mind of a cat named George, while he sits still. It was cozy and lighthearted and a fast read in one sitting. The pictures were a joy to look at while reading. I think anyone with a cat or who loves animals will enjoy this.

What George Thinks When He Sits Still
by Caroline Bell

a cat lover at heart the author looks at what the beloved family cat thinks of. The Story shows the nature of cats, and love of nature.

So this was a sweet and cozy little book full of cheerful and loving messages from George to his Mom and the reader. I was going to leave a 5 star review until I saw another reviewer point out that the artwork was inconsistent. So I went back and re-read it and realized that in some illustrations George has stripes, in others he doesn’t, in some he’s dark orange and in others he is a light orange color which is very distracting. I hope the author didn’t produce the illustrations with AI as some other reviewers have stated. For now I’m leaving a 3 star review because the book is sweet but if more info comes about that this is at least partially made by AI then I will be changing my review to 1 star.

UPDATE: after further research and learning the author is also the publisher and that her Instagram account has been deleted, I am changing my review to 1 star. And also realizing in dome of the “artwork” George has an extra paw and an extra ear included which leads me to believe AI went into making this and not actual human talent.

**Thanks to the author and publisher for the e-arc I received in exchange for my honest review.**

Disappointed in this read. When I say the cover, I thought it would be an adorable book. Sadly, this is a work clearly generated by AI. There are some parts of the book that don't make sense or are repetitive (the part about no toes moving being repeated 3 times back to back). The writing quality is bad. There is no story.

The illustrations were the giveaway that this is AI generated. The cat changes appearance many times, his tail is in places it shouldn't be, there is nobody in the bed other than their feet, and the cat is very big on that bed (is he on the bed? Under it? That bed only has 3 legs!). These are only just a few examples.

Overall, very disappointed by a book I would looking forward to enjoying.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

If I'm honest, this started cute and then gradually became disjointed and repetitive. I am not sure if it is AI as others have suggested, but even if it's not, the book could really use a reorg and another pass through with an editor to adjust the content. There is an easy way to edit this down to tell a story about the value of stillness or just a slice of life about George's quiet day. That said, if it is in fact AI, then I would suggest scrapping the whole thing.

Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and Chantilly Cat Press for the opportunity to read this eARC. All thoughts are my own.

I'm crying at work. George needs his own coloring book. This will be great as a casual read for young ones, but honestly, I think many adults will feel at home in its pages. This will make you miss your cat so much you seriously consider leaving work for the day. I need this in print.

(Note: I did NOT leave work and I think George would be very proud of me for being so brave.)

The illustrations in this book were absolutely stunning - I'd decorate my walls with pictures of George if I could!
I felt like perhaps there were a few too many words in the book, and would have enjoyed it more if it were pared down to the bare bones!

This book is so cute, i was drawn to it by the adorable cover it it was just such a cute, cozy story. i personally love animals and it was such a sweet tribute to them. overall this might be a children's book but i found it perfect to just sit and have a few minutes of silence.

I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect when I read this book—maybe cute illustrations of a kitty named George, and maybe something light and silly as well, both of which the book definitely delivered—but what I truly couldn’t have expected was the peaceful atmosphere the book manages to instil so easily with its words, nor the tears it brought to my eyes when it reminded me of my own cat who I lost recently. My heart was very full reading this book, and I found it very soothing. It manages to depict the different ways in which we can feel loved and make others feel loved through actions that don’t explicitly say I love you with words, but show it through behaviour and intentions. For anyone who’s ever had a cat, lost a cat, or is living with a fluffy feline, they will see their cat in George, and his actions, and that makes the book so much sweeter. To those without cats, I think this book is just as valuable because it can remind us to slow down and breathe, exist, without rushing about, and it’s a very wholesome and welcome message. Overall very sweet.

I really enjoyed this book. It show's how much love can be between a pet owner and the pet, might it be a cat, dog rabbit or anything else. It also shows that sometimes you don't have to think, just feel and even if you think, that you can see wonders in the little things around you. Not every thought needs to be about something important. I think this book is for children as well as adults to learn about thoughts and pets. The drawings were really cute.

Thank you to Netgalley and Chantilly Cat Press for this free eARC in exchange for an honest review

In her self-published book, Caroline Bell introduces us to her cat George, and we follow him as he sits still and thinks calmly, letting his imagination wander.

Aimed at children, this book shows you the benefits as being in the moment, of staying still, relaxing, and taking things in. You also learn some cat facts along the way.

It is a very sweet, relaxing book, and one that will benefit adults too as it is a short, easy read, perfect for helping you unwind.

What a lovely gem. I enjoyed to read every bit of it and the illustrations are amazing. As I'm a proud cat owner I can relate to a lot of it. Good work!