Front cover of Axelrod: My Journey Home

Children's Picture Book

Axelrod: My Journey Home

By Amy Wood

A heartwarming children's picture book by Amy Wood about Axelrod, a fearless shelter cat who spent his first three years homeless before finding his forever home.

About the Story

Axelrod is fearless, loving, and very affectionate. His favorite things to do are eat, sleep, and snuggle. Since adopting Axe in 2022, Amy has been inspired to share a heartwarming and funny narrative about a shelter cat and his adventures. Axelrod was homeless for the first three years of his life, hanging out with a motorcycle club, and getting into trouble. His resilience and strength inspired Amy to write a story about his life before being adopted.

Book Details

Title
Axelrod: My Journey Home
Author
Amy Wood
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
979-8-3509-1425-2
Published
2023
Language
English
Audience
Children (ages 4–8)

Frequently Asked Questions

What age group is Axelrod: My Journey Home for?
Axelrod: My Journey Home is a children's picture book written for readers ages 4–8, though cat lovers of all ages enjoy following Axe's adventures.
Is Axelrod a real cat?
Yes! Axelrod is a real rescue cat adopted by author Amy Wood in 2022 after spending the first three years of his life homeless. His real-life story inspired the book.
Where can I buy the book?
Axelrod: My Journey Home is available on Amazon and BookBaby, with more retailers being added over time.
Who is the author?
The book was written by Amy Wood, a Special Education Teacher and first-time children's book author who lives between Connecticut and Florida with her family and rescue pets.