
James published his first book, The Misadventures of Pete the Cat, a history of his artwork, in 2006, and he illustrated his first self-published children's book, Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, in 2008. He has devoted his paintings to Pete the Cat for fifteen years and turned his natural love for cats into his life's work.

James Dean's art has been sold in more than ninety galleries and shops across the United States. The little blue cat showed up as a character in James's artwork around 1999 and has been a permanent fixture ever since. It was during this time that he began creating paintings and drawing of his cat, Pete. Eventually, he was called to pursue his art full-time and began selling his work at art festivals around the Southeast. James earned his degree in electrical engineering from Auburn University and went on to work for Georgia Power for a number of years. His passion for drawing became apparent at a young age, and as a child, you could find James drawing his favorite characters like Snoopy and Yogi Bear. He is a self-taught artist originally from Fort Payne, Alabama. Join Pete the Cat and Grumpy Toad as they learn about the importance of teamwork and friendship!Ībout the Author: James Dean is the original creator and illustrator of Pete the Cat. But when he writes his name on the list, he is surprised to see Grumpy Toad also signed up for the same talent.

Pete the Cat's school is hosting a fun talent show! Pete knows just what to sign up for-playing the guitar. Rock out with Pete the Cat and Grumpy Toad in this brand-new book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Kimberly and James Dean.

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