They're both pound kitties. One of them, Dick, is an evil, foot-biting cat. When I write a tiger morph, I'm always imagining Dick. Applegate is an amateur cellist who lives, fortunately, in a well-soundproofed building. I hope my books help give you respect and awe for the natural world.
Animals are at least as incredible and amazing as any alien species.
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