Nala's World

One Man, His Rescue Cat, and a Bike Ride around the Globe

By: Dean Nicholson, Garry Jenkins

Narrated by: Angus King

Discover the heartwarming true story of a life-changing friendship between a man and his rescue cat, Nala, as they adventure together on a bike journey around the world -- from the Instagram phenomenon @1bike1world.

When 30-year-old Dean Nicholson set off from Scotland to cycle around the world, his aim was to learn as much as he could about our troubled planet. But he hadn't bargained on the lessons he'd learn from his unlikely companion.

Three months after leaving home, on a remote road in the mountains between Montenegro and Bosnia, he came across an abandoned kitten. Something about the piercing eyes and plaintive meowing of the bedraggled little cat proved irresistible. He couldn't leave her to her fate, so he put her on his bike and then, with the help of local vets, nursed her back to health.

Soon on his travels with the cat he named Nala, they forged an unbreakable bond -- both curious, independent, resilient and adventurous. The video of how they met has had 20 million views and their Instagram has grown to almost 750k followers -- and still counting!

Experiencing the kindness of strangers, visiting refugee camps, rescuing animals through Europe and Asia, Dean and Nala have already learned that the unexpected can be pretty amazing. Together with Garry Jenkins, writer with James Bowen of the bestselling A Street Cat Named Bob, Dean shares the extraordinary tale of his and Nala's inspiring and heart-warming adventure together.

Critic reviews

“There are moments of tension, like when Nala can’t be found for a whole morning, and profundity . . . The writing is more like people you just met at a hostel telling you about their travels after a few pints. . . Nicholson is at his best when he tells the story of a man finding a sense of purpose from an unlikely (and adorable) source…charming.”—New York Times Book Review

“Charming.”—USA Today

“A gorgeous book . . . complete with photos that will melt your heart.”—The U.S. Sun

“Feel-good… who doesn’t love a good story about a cat who travels the world.”—Bicycling Magazine

"Charming."—New York Post

What a Wonderful Read!

"Whats for ye won't go past ye", applies to this book! Don't left it slip past you. Join Nala and Dean as they bicycle across far away countries making friends and having adventures along the way. Visit Nala's delightful world! Follow them on Instagram!

Great story thanks

I loved it. I just wish there was more. I’d love to see more stories by Dean.

Loved it

Such a great feel good book. I really enjoyed the narration as well. Highly recommend, especially if you’re an animal lover.

Dean & Nala’s World

I totally loved this book! Dean has such a kind heart, shown by his rescue of Nala. She’s a lucky, and loving cat, and they make an amazing pair. Such a beautiful story. Well done Dean.

The Story the World Needed!

As a cat lover, I couldn't wait to read the simple story of a man and his cat, and I wasn't disappointed. After the year of Covid, it was so wonderful to read the story of Dean and Nala. I was fascinated following their journey around Europe and the travails of moving between countries. My heart was in my throat as I waited to see if Dean would make it back to Nala before Hungary shut down. The best part is knowing I can continue to follow their journeys on YouTube. Definitely a match made in Heaven.