From the creator of countless viral cat narrations comes a deeply personal poetry collection that explores the raw, tender experience of grief through the eyes of a neurodivergent writer. Nine Lives invites readers into the world of The Pawtistics—a household full of quirky cats and AuDHD humans—where humor, chaos, and heartbreak coexist.

What begins with playful, familiar glimpses into daily life with feline companions slowly unfolds into a poignant tribute to love and loss. At the heart of the collection is the story of Gizmo, a charismatic orange cat whose sudden passing left an indelible mark on millions—and an even deeper one on the author. Through these poems, Kayla offers an intimate portrait of mourning, memory, and the enduring bonds that outlive goodbye.