Cat Grief

Asserting that you can live wholeheartedly after loss and that your feline friend would want nothing less for you, Soul Comfort for Cat Lovers is a compassionate handbook for your grief-healing journey.

All My Dead Cats is not a book about pet loss. You will meet award-winning journalist and debut author S.E. Smith’s cats and listen to small slices of their stories. Their vignettes serve as an opening to scary conversations about loss, so grief can feel less intimidating and more relatable. This is a book about grief and mourning as collective activities best undertaken in community. S.E. interviews dozens of experts—from death doulas to funeral home directors to therapists and psychologists—and discusses the different stages of grief.

During the eerie shutdown that descended upon California in March 2020, the world seemed to lose its sparkle, plunging into an unnerving darkness. But amidst the chaos, behold the courageous Emily, a talented programmer, determined to defy the fear and embrace a sliver of joy. Little did she suspect that her quest for solace would unleash an astonishing whimsical adventure, one that would fill her home with not just one but three enchanting feline companions. As destiny would have it, two more mysterious feline wonders would join their ranks, accompanied by a spirited roommate who brought ...

"Brian Nishii narrates this imaginative tale set in Japan about the complexities of death, life, and cats...A brief, charming parable." — AudioFile Magazine The international phenomenon that has sold over a million copies in Japan, If Cats Disappeared from the World--now a Japanese film--is a...

Are you struggling to find peace after the loss of your beloved pet? Whiskers in the Wind: Embracing Life After Pet Loss is here to guide you through your grief. Written by Annalise Paige Quinn, who has personally faced the profound pain of losing her dear cat, Layla, this compassionate guide offers understanding, comfort, and practical advice to help you heal.

Are you distraught by the death of your cat? Discover the second book in The Pet Bereavement Series. A step-by-step guide to navigating the emotional journey of losing your beloved cat. Are you upset by the loss of your companion? Are you worried how you will manage the loss of your beloved feline? Do you feel alone with your emotions of grief and loss? International bestselling author Wendy Van de Poll is the founder of the Center for Pet Loss Grief and has over twenty years of bereavement coaching experience. Now she’s here to reassure you that your emotions are valid and to share ...

BEST-SELLING BOOK ON PET LOSS AND GRIEF You wake up to silence, reminding you of the absence of paws padding softly across the floor. The toys remain untouched, collecting dust like the memories of joyful moments spent in each other’s company. Every corner of your home reminds you of the laughter and love shared, yet the void left is unmistakable as if a piece of your heart had been pulled away. Grieving the loss of a pet is a complicated journey that leaves many navigating a sea of emotions. It’s a struggle where sadness can often feel overwhelming, yet it’s also an opportunity to ...

“Gorgeous and a little unnerving. . .Reading it is a strange and wonderfully invigorating experience.”–The New York Times A woman confronts the afterlife of intimacy, in a deeply tender novel by one of our most acclaimed and inventive fiction writers The things that hold life in place have...

Losing a pet is like losing a piece of your heart. The emptiness hits hard, and every memory brings a bittersweet ache. How do you heal when love and loss are so tightly woven together? You've lost a confidante who understood you without words and a soulmate whose presence brought endless comfort. You feel lost and alone. You need a special pet loss grief book...one dedicated to accompanying you on your grieving journey...and you've just found it. Guided by a compassionate author who has loved and lost many animals, Surviving Pet Death will help you find solace along your journey and ...

While grief is a normal, healthy response to losing a beloved pet, it is important to work through its various stages and eventually find a way to move forward. Understanding the depth of your bond and learning to celebrate rather than mourn your years together helps memorialize your pet. It also equips you with perspective and the capacity to love again. This book is your compassionate and comforting guide throughout the healing process—an understanding companion as you explore the depths of your grief. The journey to peace and recovery starts here.

In the early 1950s, an 11-year-old boy in Colombo boards a ship bound for England. At mealtimes he is seated at the “cat’s table” - as far from the Captain’s Table as can be - with a ragtag group of “insignificant” adults and two other boys, Cassius and Ramadhin. As the ship makes its way across the Indian Ocean, through the Suez Canal, into the Mediterranean, the boys tumble from one adventure to another, bursting all over the place like freed mercury.

This program features multicast narration. "This audiobook, written by two experts in middle-grade fiction, is a perfect family listen."- AudioFile The New York Times bestselling authors of Bob, Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass, introduce young listeners to a little free library guarded by a cat and...

Longlisted for The Center for Fiction's 2025 First Novel Prize “Pan is saturated with a grand, psychedelic spirit . . . For those who wonder if the American novel has anything new to offer . . . Pan is exhilarating, a pure joy—and a sheer, nerve-curdling terror—from end to end.”...

Before the cat came, there was the keeper of the moonlight. A timeless fable of grief, hope, and quiet magic — told through luminous, painterly illustrations and lyrical prose that will stay with readers long after the last page. Beneath the turning of the moon and the hush of the sea, an old lighthouse waits for someone to remember its light. When Alden, a sleepless man with a lonely heart, follows a whisper through the mist, he discovers a tower that hums with forgotten magic. Guided by the Moon herself, he learns the art of keeping light alive — polishing mirrors, mending dreams, and...

*COMING IN FEBRUARY 2026! The second book the series: The Calico Cat at the Chibineko Kitchen* “Wonderful . . . A cozy, emotional gem . . . Each chapter is a quiet, healing moment, filled with food, memory and the comfort of cats.” —The Seattle Times Your table awaits at the Chibineko...

STUPID CAT - A Book That Will Wreck You (In the Best Way) This book is going to change lives. It's raw, gut-wrenching, and uncomfortably honest. Stupid Cat isn't just about losing a pet-it's about losing yourself. It's about grief, depression, and that slow, stumbling crawl back toward hope. It's heavy and dark, but it's laced with the kind of humor only people who have truly suffered can understand. Chuck Hawley doesn't hold back. He gives people permission to feel the things they might be afraid to say out loud. This book doesn't sugarcoat grief or wrap things up in a neat little bow. It ...

Nora Vale should have died that night. But the cat had other plans. When a gray stray hurls her out of harm’s way, Nora’s quiet life unravels. A glowing pendant she’s never seen appears at her throat. Strangers whisper her name. Shadows of a forgotten childhood resurface — along with a family curse that refuses to stay buried. Guided by the cat — more guardian than stray — Nora begins to uncover the truth: a stolen identity, hidden family secrets, and a corporate conspiracy that could destroy her. But danger is closing in, and the past won't let go without a fight. This ...

When a beloved pet passes away, the grief is real - and often misunderstood. This compassionate guide offers gentle support, meaningful rituals, and everyday practices to help you heal while keeping their memory alive. Losing a pet is a profound experience. Whether it’s a loyal dog, a loving cat, or any cherished companion, the bond you shared leaves an imprint that doesn’t fade when they’re gone. Healing After Pet Loss: Rituals, Reflections, and Everyday Comfort for Grieving Pet Owners by Lily Penrose is a heartfelt companion through the grieving process - helping you find comfort, ...

Are you crushed by the approaching death of your cat? Discover a step-by-step guide to navigating the emotional journey of losing a much-loved feline. Are you overcome by your vet’s serious news? Are you worried you won’t know how to handle the loss of your beloved companion? Do you feel unprepared to manage your emotions and responsibilities? International bestselling author Wendy Van de Poll is the founder of the Center for Pet Loss Grief and has over twenty years of bereavement coaching experience. Now she’s here to reassure you that grieving and mourning is a normal reaction and ...

From the moment pets come into our lives, we know the day will arrive when we have to say farewell. Still, we are never emotionally prepared for the last adieu. In Goodbye, Friend, Gary Kowalski takes you on a journey of healing, offering warmth and sound advice on how to cope with the death of your pet.