Aipt has a scoop where fans of Patrick McDonnell’s work can get a free print if they pre-order all the gifts from Mutts.com. If you visit our website and pre-order a book set with free gifts, get a free print. All the gifts are the enthusiastic follow-up of the curious cat Mooch and the ever-sturdy dog and the lead actor.
Both all gifts and Nothing Anniversary edition of the gifts will be published on October 14th, 2025 from Little Brown’s book for younger readers.
“I’ve always loved the holiday season, it’s time for magical bounty, giving and gratitude,” McDonnell said. “Among all the gifts, I wanted to capture joy. It was when he discovered that the whole world was our secret Santa, and the cat was a playful story of Mooch. I’m talking.”
So, what are all the gifts?
Of all the gifts, the cat is looking for the perfect gift for his best friend, Earl the Dog. But what makes Mooch wonder is what makes it perfect? Mooch quickly discovers the answer: everyone…where…everything! He sees the world around him with new eyes and fresh gratitude, so he is delighted to have someone worthy of sharing it all! In this delightful rhyming companion to the gift of Nothing, the beloved comic strip star discovers and celebrates the precious gift of being alive.
So, what is not a gift?
In the gift of Nothing Mooch, the cat desperately wants to give his friend Earl the Dog a holiday gift, but Earl already has everything he needs. “What do you give to a man who has it all?” Mooch is wondering. Then it dawns on him: nothing! But it’s nothing more difficult to find than you think. This perennial favourite sends a heartfelt, timeless message about the precious value of love and friendship.
“This anniversary edition of The Gift of Nothing is a celebration of my first picture book. It’s a story that appears to be written in its own right,” McDonnell said. “I love its simplicity, joy and timeless holiday message. The most precious gift we can give is ourselves. More than a present, it is existence.”
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(February 10, 2025) Patrick McDonnell’s The Gift of Nothing, author of the award-winning Mutts, has been a sincere message about the power of friendship since the original book was published 20 years ago. It has inspired readers of all ages. Now the bestselling cartoonist is back with all the gifts, a passionate follow-up starring Mooch’s The Curious Cat and the ever-reliable dog Earl. Both the gifts and the gifts of the Nothing Anniversary edition will be published on October 14th, 2025 from a small brown book for younger readers.
McDonnell is the author of several of the New York Times bestselling picture books, including The Gift of Nothing and Caldecott Honor Winning Me. His other children’s books include Hug Time, a completely messed up story, monster monsters, thank you and good night. McDonnell’s beloved comic strip, Mutts has appeared in over 700 newspapers in 20 countries over 30 years, and has praised by peanut creator Charles M. Schultz, Simpson’s creator Matt Groning and Jaegedal. We have collected them. McDonnell’s latest book, “Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story,” debuted on the USA Today Best Seller list.
Of all the gifts, the cat is looking for the perfect gift for his best friend, Earl the Dog. But what makes Mooch wonder is what makes it perfect? Mooch quickly discovers the answer: everyone…where…everything! He sees the world around him with new eyes and fresh gratitude, so he is delighted to have someone worthy of sharing it all! In this delightful rhyming companion to the gift of Nothing, the beloved comic strip star discovers and celebrates the precious gift of being alive.
“I’ve always loved the holiday season, it’s time for magical bounty, giving and gratitude,” McDonnell said. “Among all the gifts, I wanted to capture joy. It was when he discovered that the whole world was our secret Santa, and the cat was a playful story of Mooch. I’m talking.”
In the gift of Nothing Mooch, the cat desperately wants to give his friend Earl the Dog a holiday gift, but Earl already has everything he needs. “What do you give to a man who has it all?” Mooch is wondering. Then it dawns on him: nothing! But you will see that there is nothing more difficult to find than you think. This perennial favourite sends a heartfelt, timeless message about the precious value of love and friendship.
“This anniversary edition of The Gift of Nothing is a celebration of my first picture book. It’s a story that appears to be written in its own right,” McDonnell said. “I love its simplicity, joy and timeless holiday messages. The most precious gift we can give is ourselves. More than a present, it is existence.”
Here’s what people are saying about Patrick McDonnell’s The Gift of Nothing:
“Pure Joy.” – Publisher Weekly (Star Red Review)
“It’s precious.” – Washington Post
“Sweet tail with Zen message” – People Magazine
“The perfect meditation on gift gifts and friendship.” – Kirkus review
Here’s what people are saying about Patrick McDonnell’s mutts:
“Patrick McDonnell’s Mutt is with Peanuts, Pogo, Crazy Cat, Calvin and Hobbes.
– Matt Groening, Simpsons
“Patrick McDonnell is a caring champion of all animals, especially dogs and cats, and through his comic strip, Mutt, he magically captures the personality of some of our best friends. .”
“One of the greatest comic strips of all time.” – Charles M. Schultz, Peanuts
“Because Little Nemo from Slumberland doesn’t have such a kind spirit of respect given to the comics’ pages.” – Jules Fafer
It will be celebrated around the world on December 15th, as it has been held annually since 2017. All gifts and Nothing Anniversary edition gifts will be available on October 14th, 2025 from a small brown book for younger readers. To subscribe to Daily Mutts, visit Mutts.com or follow Mutts on Facebook, Instagram and X.
