The Whisker City Air Race by JM Chrismer

Title: The Whisker City Air Race 

Author: J.M. Chrismer 

Illustrations: Ilya Fortuna 

Publisher: BookBaby   

ISBN: 9798987566091 

Review:  

Whisker City is buzzing with excitement for its annual air race! Our favorite duo, the brave Miso and his best friend Kili, are all set to take to the skies in their trusty Red Rider. They're ready to take on some lively rivals, from the mischievous Alley Cats—who love to play tricks—to the reigning champions, the Whisker City Fliers. Together, they’ll soar over the wavy Catfish Ocean, cross the sandy Golden Paw Desert, and fly through the swirling Yarn Ball Rolling Hills. As the race heats up, Miso and Kili’s skills are really put to the test, but the real fun—and challenge—comes from navigating unexpected twists, turns, and playful rival antics.  

This charming story captures the joy of good sportsmanship and sticking with it. Chrismer keeps the story moving quickly, so little readers stay engaged from start to finish. It shares important lessons about friendly competition and the value of loyal friends— but in a fun and exciting way, without ever feeling heavy-handed. Ilya Fortuna’s colorful illustrations bring the race to life, with expressive characters and lively scenes that make the excitement jump off the page and add real charm to all the different cat teams.  

Parents and teachers can have fun using this book, which has won a Mom’s Choice Award, for activities about friendship, sportsmanship, and getting ready for challenges. It’s also a great choice for read-aloud time with younger kids. And for more advanced readers, it’s a perfect story to kick off a love for reading! 

 

Courtesy of J.M. Chrismer