James Bowen books

James Bowen is a British author known for A Street Cat Named Bob, the true story of how a stray ginger cat helped him turn his life around.

Bob The Cat Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
A Street Cat Named Bob 2012 Buy
A spasso con Bob 2012 N/A
The World According to Bob 2013 Buy
O mundo segundo Bob 2015 N/A
Bob: No Ordinary Cat 2013 Buy
Bobin joulu 2014 N/A
Where in the World is Bob? 2013 Buy
My Name Is Bob 2014 Buy
For the Love of Bob 2014 Buy
A Gift from Bob / A Christmas Gift from Bob 2015 Buy
Bob to the Rescue 2015 Buy
The Little Book of Bob 2018 Buy

James Bowen is a British author whose life changed when he found a stray ginger cat on his doorstep in 2007. Bowen had been homeless and struggling with addiction, and the cat, whom he named Bob, became his companion while he busked on the streets of London. Their story became the basis for A Street Cat Named Bob (2012), which became an international bestseller.

The success of the first book led to a series of follow-ups, including The World According to Bob (2013), For the Love of Bob (2014), and several children’s editions. The original book was adapted into a 2016 film. Bob the cat became a celebrity in his own right before his death in 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has James Bowen written?

James Bowen has written twelve books in one series.

What was James Bowen's first book?

James Bowen’s first book is A Street Cat Named Bob, published in 2012.

Is A Street Cat Named Bob a true story?

Yes, A Street Cat Named Bob is based on James Bowen’s real experience. Bowen was a homeless busker in London when he found an injured ginger cat he named Bob. The cat became his constant companion and helped him find stability and purpose. The book was later adapted into a feature film.

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