Julia Golding

Katie wrote on 03 February 2012:

Dear Cat, Well believe it because I can box. I have schooled a few guys while I was at it. A few questions. 1) Who is Mr.Pitt? 2) why does Syd underestimate girls and their boxing abilities? 3) What has Rabbie been up to? He seems like a troublemaker like a certain redhead I know. Hmm? And finally 4) How us Bridget and Syd doing? Katiexxx

1. The Prime Minister of course! 2. Because he doesn't know us very well. 3. Breaking things. 4. Getting to know each other.

Cow 1 wrote on 03 February 2012:

What would you rather, be stampeded by a bunch of 12st Century fans, or by a bunch of wild cows? MOOOO!

I suggest you go lie down - you sound a bit overwrought.

Question gal wrote on 01 February 2012:

Dear Cat, I have a few questions for you.who do you like better Hawkins or billy? What is your favorite food and color? If you could play an instrument what would it be? Thanks!

Billy. Banana and green. Flute. Cat

Katie wrote on 31 January 2012:

Dear Cat, Well I guess there are some reasons why I would like to push Billy off a cliff as well...now for a few questions. 1)Who do you want to answer questions? 2) what would Syd say if I told him that I a girl could box? 3) How would he react if he saw me beating a guy at boxing? 4) How would you react? 5) Why would you react that way? 6) Last one promise what have you been up to recently? No trouble I hope we can't stand our Catherine Royal being put in jail.(although it has happened on more than one occasion before) Thanks Katie

1. Mr Pitt 2. He would be amazed 3. ditto 4. ditto 5. because it sounds unlikely 6. living in London - not in gaol. Cat

Celine wrote on 31 January 2012:

Cat! When I was reading one of the posted comments I had a vision...Billy was walking, but unconscious, he fell of a cliff that was 1,000,000 feet tall! His scream can be heard as far as 6 miles away! Then...KABOOM!!! HE EXPLODED!!! AND IT WAS AWESOME!!! WOO HOO!!! Yeah that was the vision.

Katie wrote on 30 January 2012:

Dear Cat, I have a few questions for you but first, would you really push Billy off a cliff? I mean I know he is annoying but still! That reply made me laugh out loud. Now to the questions. How will you get the mail to Pedro and back in such a short period of time if he is picked? What does Rabbie think of all the letters? Does he mind you putting him up for the guest? Do you still hang out with the gang? Has Syd ran into Billy yet since you have been back? And i still want those boxing lessons from Syd! Tell him delicate flower nothing I mean really? A flower! Thanks for your time Katie

I can think of quite a few circumstances where I might do that... It will have to go by ship as this is the only way for a letter to reach him. Rabbie doesn't pay much attention and is happy exploring London. I've avoided Billy. I don't think Syd has met him either. I spend time with the gang members who are my friends rather than spend time with all of them. Cat

Curls wrote on 29 January 2012:

Hi Cat! I was wondering if you could give me some advice. I am naturally quite quirky and high spirited and opinionated but I think (now in middle school) I'm starting to lose friends over it. As a similar character yourself do you have any advice as to how I can tone down a bit but still remain myself??? Thanks Curls

The golden rule is to put yourself in the shoes of the other and polish off the phrase 'I'm sorry'. Listening properly also goes a long way to stop you coming across as self-centred (if this is a problem). Most people like high spirits as long as you are not in an inappropriate setting for them. Opinionated is trickier - that's where the listening comes in. Cat

VI wrote on 28 January 2012:

dear cat i noticed that in black heart of jamacia you mention your tatoo to billy but in the middle passage you wonder if he knows about it. Why? You already told him about it. Did you think he didnt believe you or that he thought you were joking?

He never takes anything I say seriously.

bri wrote on 28 January 2012:

who is better looking syd or billy (minus the boil)

Neither would win any beauty contests but Syd has a battered charm.

Luna wrote on 27 January 2012:

Hi Cat, I have to choose a saint so should it be St. Catherine or St. Bridget? I'm stuck between both.

I am not an expert on saints (not sharing their nature) but I would choose St Catherine, of course!

haseena wrote on 26 January 2012:

dear billy thers a girl who likes a lot but doesn't know your number!!!!!

Fortunately he isn't here.

Charlotte wrote on 24 January 2012:

But would billy be dumb enough to go and fall off a cliff

If he was pushed...

Question gal wrote on 24 January 2012:

Dear Cat, Do you think Mr. Sheridan drinks too much?

Yes

Sara wrote on 23 January 2012:

Is billy fat?

No

X wrote on 23 January 2012:

Will there be any more cat royal adventures?

See FAQs

Gemstone wrote on 23 January 2012:

Hi Cat I really love your books. And wa sad to hear the publishers may be doing away with them (honestly their almost as low as Mr Tweadle!) I know you wont know the meaning, but has Dr Golding mentioned anything about a film deal for your epic series? If so can you let us know! Thanks Gemstone

Dear Gemstone No, she has not but I'm not sure what that would mean. Film?

Charlotte wrote on 21 January 2012:

Hey cat, Would u ever help billy??? And if so under what circumstances

In extremis. I'm not heartless and would just about pull him back if he fell off a cliff.

Ty Leah wrote on 21 January 2012:

Heyaa Cat!! How r u? Hav u heard anything from Johnny & Lizzie since Scotland? Who is best looking out of all ur friends, boys & girls (be honest!)? Me & my friend Abi really love your books! (Yes, I've introduced my frend she says there the best books shes ever red!!!) Get a new 1 out soon! Luv Ty Leah XxXxXx

Only a word that all was well. Johnny is the best looking, in my opinion. He and Lizzie are well matched.

100% english gal wrote on 21 January 2012:

hi can you add Bridgit onto the next to answer questions poll please??

Deed wrote on 21 January 2012:

Dear Cat, When you were at school did you like it?

I tell you more about my feelings in Cat Among the Pigeons.