Jill Biden and the cover of ‘Willow the White House Cat’.Photo:Courtesy of Jill Biden; Courtesy of Simon & Schuster
Courtesy of Jill Biden; Courtesy of Simon & Schuster
The cover of ‘Willow the White House Cat’.Courtesy of Simon & Schuster
Courtesy of Simon & Schuster
“As Willow bounds from room to room, exploring history in her new home, she learns quickly about all of the incredible people who make the ‘People’s House’ run,” Biden said in a statement shared with PEOPLE.“They welcomed Willow with love and care, just as they did Joe and me, the First Families who came before us, and all of the people who step foot into this home,” she continued. “Making many new friends along the way, Willow’s journey gives the world a ‘cats-eye’ view of all the ins and outs of America’s most famous address.”
Willow first joined the Biden family in January 2022, and is named after Jill Biden’s hometown of Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. The pair first meet during a campaign stop in the state in 2020, when Willow jumped onto the stage where the First Lady was speaking.
Willow the cat.Erin Scott/The White House via AP
Erin Scott/The White House via AP
Biden is the bestselling author of books for young readers, includingDon’t Forget,God Bless Our TroopsandJoey: The Story of Joe Biden.Now, Willow the White House Catsees the family’s furriest member in the spotlight.
“First Lady Jill Biden has created a heartwarming picture book withWillow the White House Cat,”Jon Anderson, President and Publisher of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, said in a statement. “Readers young and old will enjoy this fun glimpse into Willow’s life in the White House, and the message that being open to new friendships can sometimes surprise you, is one that is sure to resonate with families everywhere.”
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Willow the White House Catwill be published in June 2024.
source: people.com
