This delightful tale takes us on a magical journey of animal adoption, acceptance, and empathy—perfect themes for the holiday season. Picture this: a cozy cat named Max Buckles, snug in the pocket of an overcoat, embarking on a quest to find his forever home. 🐾
What’s even more touching is that this story is based on real-life events. Author and illustrator Robert Vincent’s son, Matthew, adopted Max from a homeless woman in Dallas. The adventures of Max, from the city to the countryside, surrounded by Farmer Buckles and a bunch of adorable dogs, is a heartwarming reminder of the power of love and acceptance.
“From the Pocket of an Overcoat” is based on the real-life story of a cat named Max adopted by Vincent’s son Matthew from a homeless woman who found Max as a tiny kitten and had him in the pocket of her overcoat as she was trying to find him a home. In the book, Max Buckles’ journey of finding a new home from the city to the country with Farmer Buckles and his other animals (including four dogs) discovers a true sense of belonging within his new family. Max’s story about self-identity, acceptance, adoption, and animal rescue provides the perfect opportunity to bring awareness about rescuing a homeless cat during International Rescue Cat Day. Like Max, millions of cats in shelters and on the streets are looking to be adopted into a new home and family.
The author says, “As teachers and students head back to school after a surreal few years, this book puts things in perspective and gives everyone a welcomed dose of love, fun and humor.”
You can purchase it here.
And readers can follow the book on Instagram and Facebook, and can also send an email to hello@maxbuckles.com with proof of purchase to get a special Thank You note from Max himself.
A portion of each book sale will be donated to organizations that promote animal rescue and adoption including The Humane Society, Best Friends and Alley Cat Allies.