Book Series · 4 Books

Katie the Catsitter Books

In order from Katie the Catsitter to The Purrfect Plan.

The Katie the Catsitter series is a set of 4 graphic novels by Colleen AF Venable, published between 2021 and 2024. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 220 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Graphic Nov.

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$2089

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Katie the Catsitter

By Colleen AF Venable, Stephanie Yue (Illustrator)

Katie's summer turns wild with 217 cats and a mysterious neighbor. Is she a super villain?

224 pages· 9,235 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

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Summary: Katie faces a dull summer until she lands a job catsitting for her enigmatic neighbor, Madeline, who owns 217 peculiar cats. As Katie juggles feline chaos, she notices Madeline's suspicious absences coinciding with city crimes. Could her neighbor be a super villain? Meanwhile, Katie struggles to save her friendship with Beth, who seems distant and preoccupied. With camp dreams on the line, Katie must navigate a whirlwind of cats, friendship woes, and a potential criminal mystery. Can she uncover the truth and become a hero in her own right?

In reading order

Katie the Catsitter Series

4 books · Published 2021–2024

#1 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$2089

Katie the Catsitter

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Katie's summer turns wild with 217 cats and a mysterious neighbor. Is she a super villain?

#2 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$2089

Best Friends for Never

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2022

Katie must clear a hero's name and uncover a villain with the help of 217 cats.

#3 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$2089

Secrets and Sidekicks

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Katie faces sidekick rivalry, friendship drama, and giant robots. Can she and her cats save the city?

#4 in Series

Graphic Nov.

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$1348

The Purrfect Plan

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024

A city in peril, a secret plan, and 217 cats. Can Katie save the day?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Katie the Catsitter series?

There are 4 books in the Katie the Catsitter series. It began with Katie the Catsitter in 2021, and the newest book, The Purrfect Plan, was published in 2024.