Inspirational New Book asks “Will I see my cat in heaven?”
"After she lost three aging cats in the space of a year and a half, bestselling author Allia Zobel Nolan needed a resource that could soothe the gut-wrenching loss and at the same time elicit hope. She couldn’t find what she was looking for. So, she wrote a book that would help her and other cat lovers grieve with an expectation that their cat’s story was not at an end. Heavenly Headbutts: Reflections of Hope about Cats and Eternity is 90 pages of affirming scripture, engaging photographs, and short anecdotes and opinions by the author and everyone from Isaiah to C. S Lewis, to George MacDonald and James Harriot. The book questions whether the same animals who were our soulmates on earth will share our lives in some form or another in the hereafter."
“My wish,” says Zobel Nolan, “is that Heavenly Headbutts will pull a soft coverlet of hope over the hearts of those who’ve lost a beloved pet so they can put one foot in front of the other and step out in faith.” But the book is not just for those grieving. “It encourages thoughtful reflection and holds out joyous expectation to all cat lovers that their cat’s story is not finite. It will last forever.” Can Zobel Nolan confirm unequivocally that readers will hear sweet sounding purrs and feel the gentle headbutts of their cats in the hereafter? “I provide the reassurance,” says the author, “but it’s up to you to judge.”
FROM CAT AND DOG CHAT WITH CAREN:
I was excited to receive this book after having reviewed a couple other books by Allia Zobel Nolan. While the quotes/photographs didn't disappoint, being Jewish, I didn't expect the religious emphasis that this book would have. (Since most of you are not Jewish who are reading this, there are parts you will be able to relate to much better than I could.)
That being said, here are parts of the book that resonated with me:
"Our cats may be gone from this world physically. But I believe their spirits, the life glow God breathed into them at Creation, is still alive--in some shape or form. I believe their stories are not over yet. There are more hijinks, headbutts, and yes, even hairballs, awaiting us when we meet Cat again in the New Heaven and New Earth God has promised."
While Heavenly Headbutts wasn't quite what I had expected it to be, (what I expected I am not 100% sure, but I thought it would dwell more on our feelings when we lose a beloved pet, etc.), it is still a worthwhile read. Once again, those of you who appreciate a strong biblical reference based on Christianity, you will appreciate the book immensely. While I consider myself to be spiritual, I am not as familiar with the Bible as many of you probably are.
The book is currently available on Amazon in print and eBook editions: https://tinyurl.com/ycwbk4r6. It retails for $13.99.
About the Author Allia Zobel Nolan is the author of over 150 traditionally published titles. Her books reflect two main passions: God and cats. Recent titles include Cat Confessions: A Kitty-Come-Clean Tell-All Book, The Worrywart’s Prayer Book, winner of the gold medal first place 2022 Indie Book Award for Christian NonFiction; Laugh Out Loud:40 Women Humorists Celebrate Then and Now...Before We Forget, finalist in the 2019 Indie Book Awards for Humor, and many other award-winning titles. She lives and writes in New England with her husband, Desmond, their two fur babies, Nolan Nolan and Colleen Fiona Shannon, and their recently adopted shelter dog, Miss Kitty. Learn more at www.AlliaWrites.com.
we hope heaven is like that... ;O)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. I do so appreciate your support.
ReplyDeleteyou are most welcome!! Thank YOU!
DeleteI know heaven is just like this. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day and week, Caren. Scritches to the boys. ♥
My heart always breaks at the though, we lost 4 in a year and it's heartbreaking. Good for her writing about it.
ReplyDelete(((hugs))) 4 in a year is unreal, 2 in 9 days was bad but 4 in a year, just horrible. (((hugs)))
DeleteThat looks like a beautiful book. XO
ReplyDeleteit is!
DeleteWe think we will be reunited with all our pets.
ReplyDeleteI had a hard time deciding on my comment. This does sound an inspirational book and I hold on to the hope that while there is not a real Rainbow Bridge, we will be reunited with our beloved pets. I can't stop grieving for my boys. When Flynn passed I had very recently been told the cancer had returned. I was medicating him and also having a lot of nasty side effects from my own medication. There is a lot more I could put but I won't because it is too personal, but I was in a very bad place and I think that is why I can't move on.
ReplyDelete((((hugs)))) to you. It IS an inspirational book and am hoping you might look into it. While I can't relate to your SPECIFIC situation, what I CAN relate to is having a hard time moving on. Because of the horrific way that Cody passed, I torment myself with guilt. I don't believe there is a timeline for grief. I think it's different for everyone. You endured sooooo much! Cancer is no joke and then to have your kitty be sick at the same time, I can't imagine. Just please know that you are NOT alone.If you ever want to email, I'm here!! xoxo
DeleteIt does sound like this book could be comforting. I am missing so many kitties and I do find the stories of the Rainbow Bridge comforting.
ReplyDeleteThey all live in my memory. I won't get into cat ghosts, but I believe in them
ReplyDeleteWow, that book looks and sounds so special and amazing, Caren. Thank you for sharing it with us ... it's definitely going on our reading list. XO
ReplyDeleteWe love these books. They helped me a lot to get through the passing of Little Binky and we believe that they are still around, as heaven is very near✨ Looks like a wonderful read💗Double Pawkisses for a Happy Weekend🐾😽💞
ReplyDeleteSeems like a very insipiring book! Love the idea of seeing my pets again!
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