10 Books About Cats: The Best Fiction and Non-Fiction for Feline Lovers

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Few animals have captured human hearts more than cats (and dogs). They’re playful, independent, and oddly wise. Some are aloof, others are cuddly. And all of them are fascinating to watch.

Many cat lovers say that their pets feel like tiny, silent roommates. They do their own thing, but they keep you company and make the world feel less lonely. And unlike some pets, they require minimal maintenance. It’s no wonder they’ve inspired many writers.

Non-Fiction Books About Cats

Here is a list of non-fiction books about cats you can get for yourself or a fellow cat lover.

Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter

When a freezing kitten is found in a library book drop, the staff take him in and name him Dewey. He grows up to become a fixture in the library and a source of joy for the entire town of Spencer, Iowa.

How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You by Matthew Inman

This illustrated book blends laugh-out-loud humor with surprisingly accurate insights into cat behavior. Matthew Inman captures common cat quirks in a way every cat owner will recognize, and probably relate to a little too much.

The Lion in the Living Room by Abigail Tucker

This book asks a fascinating question: How did cats take over our homes and hearts? Journalist Abigail Tucker digs into the cultural and environmental impact of domesticated cats throughout history.

Homer’s Odyssey by Gwen Cooper

Homer is a blind kitten, abandoned at only three weeks old. When Gwen adopts him, she’s not sure what to expect.

But Homer quickly shows that he doesn’t need sight to live boldly. Gwen shares her experience adopting this special needs cat and the lessons he taught her about courage and love.

A Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowen

James Bowen is a struggling street musician and recovering addict living in London. One day, he finds an injured ginger cat and decides to help him heal. As they build a routine together, James begins to rebuild his life, with Bob as his unlikely partner.

Fiction Books About Cats

Here is a list of fiction books that prominently feature cats as characters.

We’ll Prescribe You A Cat by Syou Ishida

A mysterious clinic offers an unusual treatment for emotional wounds: a cat tailored to your pain. Each chapter introduces a new patient struggling with loneliness, grief, or guilt, and a cat that helps them face what they’ve buried inside.

The Cat Who Could Read Backwards by Lilian Jackson Braun

When a critic is found dead, Qwilleran teams up with an unusually smart Siamese cat named Koko, who seems to understand more than he lets on. As clues pile up, Koko’s odd behavior points toward a killer hiding in plain sight.

The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa

Satoru is a kind, quiet man who takes his stray cat, Nana, on a road trip across Japan to visit old friends. What seems like a simple journey slowly reveals deeper reasons behind their travels.

The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov

Set in Soviet-era Moscow, the Devil comes visiting with a strange entourage. One of them is Behemoth, a massive black cat who talks, drinks, and stirs chaos.

The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents by Terry Pratchett

Maurice is a streetwise cat who runs a clever con with a band of talking rats. Together, they trick towns into thinking they have a rat problem, then “solve” it for a fee. But when they arrive in a town with a real dark secret, the game turns deadly.

Conclusion

Cats have a way of curling up in your heart—and staying there. Whether you want to laugh, cry, or just enjoy a clever story, there’s a cat book for you.

Next time you curl up with your cat for a reading session, consider choosing one of these books. Try a nonfiction title for something heartfelt, or pick a fiction one for a bit of magic.

What’s your favorite book about cats? Share your thoughts below!

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