This image is the cover for the book My Friend, Thomas Carl

My Friend, Thomas Carl

Thomas Carl was a cat waiting in an animal shelter for a new friend.


I had moved to a new city and was lonely and afraid. I was looking for a new friend as well.


This charming and entertaining tail tells how Thomas Carl and I became best friends, and how Thomas Carl helped me say goodbye to that loneliness and fear. It proves that friendship and acceptance can come from anywhere…


…even a cat!


This story will inspire young readers to think more about the importance of friendship and giving everyone a chance. It also reminds us that, no matter our size, we can all have a positive impact on others.  

Nathaniel C. Nelson

Nathaniel C. Nelson grew up in New England, but now lives in Virginia with his wife, kids, cats, and dog. He enjoys being active and loves the outdoors.


Nathaniel’s goal in authoring books is to share meaningful life lessons that he has learned and observed while growing up. Most importantly, he wants everyone to know that they have inherent value. He was inspired to write this book based on his own experience adopting a cat that brought him friendship after moving away from home. 


Visit him at www.nathanielcnelson.com. 

Austin Macauley Publishers