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Heart. Body. Mind. Connection.

The Mutual Rescue book, by Carol Novello, is available from these and other booksellers
Consider purchasing the book as gifts to animal-rescue groups, community-services nonprofits, and libraries. All author proceeds from book sales benefit the Mutual Rescue initiative. 2021/08/mutual-rescue-book-corp.png
Consider purchasing the book as gifts to animal-rescue groups, community-services nonprofits, and libraries. All author proceeds from book sales benefit the Mutual Rescue initiative.

The popularity of Mutual Rescue’s films inspired a book, Mutual Rescue, How Adopting a Homeless Animal Can Save You, Too by Carol Novello (Grand Central Publishing, 2019).

In sections titled “Heart,” “Body,” “Mind,” and “Connection,” Novello weaves an engaging personal narrative through a series of authentic stories of mutual rescue, citing relevant scientific research along the way.

Mutual Rescue was selected for Silicon Valley Reads 2021, centered on the theme of connecting. Virtual readings, discussions, interviews, exhibits, and film screenings took place to introduce the book to a broader audience. Live programs included the author in conversation with Bhuvana Hariharasubramanian (“Bhuvana & Abhishek & Lollipop”) and Jade and Jessica Allen (“Jade & Trubs”).

The book debuted as the #1 new release in its category on Amazon. Also published in German and Italian translations.

Watch the Book Trailer

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  • I love Mutual Rescue’s films, so when I heard about this new book, I raced to read it. The stories about rescued pets rescuing people were like rays of bright sunshine on a stormy afternoon. Truly an awe-inspiring book!”
    Marci Shimoff, #1 NYT bestselling author of Happy for No Reason and Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul
  • Adopting a pet can greatly benefit the lives of people who are emotionally hurting. Read these heartwarming stories.”
    Temple Grandin, PhD, author of Animals in Translation and Animals Make Us Human
  • Through authentic accounts, scientific evidence, and personal narrative, Novello illustrates how when we rescue a homeless animal, we ourselves are so often rescued right back! This book is destined to save lives.”
    Marty Becker, DVM and Jack Canfield, #1 NYT bestselling coauthors of Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul
  • Packed with heartrending stories of struggling people who have adopted homeless animals, this fascinating book reveals the many unrecognized ways dogs and cats can ground us, provide a sense of purpose, and give us the strength to move forward.”
    Mallika Chopra, author of Living with Intent: My Somewhat Messy Journey to Purpose, Peace, and Joy
  • Mutual Rescue jutaposes authentic stories and scientific thought about the animal-human bond. It touches hearts, opens minds, and inspires compassion—a life-changing book.”
    Brian Hare, PhD, founder of the Duke Canine Cognition Center and NYT bestselling author of The Genius of Dogs

Versions in Translation: Italian and German

Also, see Mutual Rescue’s YouTube channel for selected films with Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese subtitles.

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Italian

Per le persone che soffrono di una crisi emotiva, una malattia fisica o un dolore spirituale: l’adozione di un animale può trasformare e persino salvare le nostre vite.

For people suffering from an emotional crisis, a physical illness, or a spiritual pain, adopting an animal can transform and even save our lives.
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German

Ein ebenso berührendes wie inspirierendes Leseerlebnis für alle Tierfreunde, die mehr über die magische seelische Verbindung von Mensch und Tier erfahren wollen.

A reading experience that is as touching as it is inspiring for all animal lovers who want to find out more about the magical, spiritual connection between humans and animals.

Photo Gallery

See photos from some of the Mutual Rescue stories featured in the book.

View the Photos

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