Even less often do I answer a request for a book review, since my blog is basically for my own pleasure.

I do get a lot of requests from authors, publishers, and promotors wanting me to feature their books. Most are generic. I can guess they googled Cat Bloggers and came up with my site, not even looking to see what it’s about.

The request I got from John Riddle felt different. First of all, it was really from John and not some wild Chinese bot. That’s a big plus. And when he wrote about a recently published work by Mr. Dill Pickles (best cat on the planet!) I knew I needed to take a look.

Move Over, Self-Help Gurus… A Cat Is Taking Over the Advice GameNew Book “Life Advice from Mr. Dill Pickles” Delivers Feline Wisdom with a Side of Sass and Sardines

There’s a new author in town, and he’s got whiskers, attitude, and a lot to say. Meet Mr. Dill Pickles, a distinguished cat with a taste for tuna and truth bombs, whose debut book Life Advice from Mr. Dill Pickles is now available on Amazon. This delightfully quirky read offers 30 laugh-out-loud lessons on living your best (cat) life, whether that means napping like it’s your job or knocking things off tables with flair.

Co-authored by young feline observers Alex and Gavin Podgorski, with a little editorial help from their Pop-Pop, veteran writer John Riddle, the book was inspired by the daily drama, wisdom, and weirdness of one very opinionated housecat.

“I always knew Mr. Dill Pickles was destined for greatness. And he wanted all the other cats out there to know he’s the best,” said co-author Alex.

“Mr. Dill Pickles knows that he is filled with great wisdom. Being a generous cat as he is, he wanted to pass along some advice,” added Gavin.

Inside the book, readers will find gems like “Nap like it’s your job,” “Only cuddle when it’s inconvenient,” and “The laser is never real…but chase it anyway.” Each tip is accompanied by a hilarious explanation and a “cat fun fact,” proving once and for all that feline nonsense is really just misunderstood genius.

Mr. Dill Pickles himself issued a rare quote from atop the fridge:

“Humans are confused creatures. They chase jobs, purpose, and kale. I chase sunbeams and red dots. Clearly, I’m winning.”

Perfect for cat lovers, humor fans, and anyone in desperate need of sarcastic life guidance, Life Advice from Mr. Dill Pickles reminds us that sometimes the best way to face the world is with claws out, tail high, and zero apologies.

Just look at that face!

I have to say, this little book gave, and continues to give me, a lot of pleasure. It’s the type of book I’ll pull out when feeling low or frustrated. A few random pages of dear Mr. Dill Pickles’ advice seem to set me back on the right track. This is not a once and done book. I keep it on my coffee table in case I need a laugh or a pick-me-up. What makes it great is that the authors know cats. Everything Mr. Dill Pickles imparts is totally cat-like. The Cat Fun Facts that accompany each tip also show true cat savviness.

My favorite tip: “Think of hissing as an exclamation point made of teeth.”

Disclosure: I requested a free print copy of Life Advice from Mr. Dill Pickles in exchange for an honest review.