5 stars from The Book Revue
“A moving and fearless exploration of resilience, atonement, and the healing power of the link between people and their furry companions. Abel’s writing is both introspective and heart-wrenchingly honest.”

4 stars from Foreword Reviews
“Mattie, Milo and Me is a warm memoir about a woman’s connection to—and transformation because of—her dog.”

BookLife
“Abel debuts with a heart-warming memoir spotlighting the intense bond between dogs and their owners. . . . Animal lovers will relish the central role that Abel’s pets play in her wellbeing throughout the narrative.”

Kirkus Reviews
“… a certain kind of pet lover, looking for a comforting reminder of the powerful bond that can occur between animals and humans, may finish this book teary-eyed.”

Foreword Reviews
“Executive editor Matt Sutherland interviews Anne Abel, author of Mattie, Milo, and Me”

California Gazette
“Anne Abel: A Life of Resilience, Love, and Storytelling”

Covered in Pet Hair
“Milo Mayhem: From Reluctant to Warrior Dogmom with Author, Anne Abel”

Women Writers, Women’s Books
“Overcoming Writer’s Block”

The IndieView
“IndieView with Anne Abel, author of Mattie, Milo, and Me”

Atlanta Wire
“Resilience Unleashed: A Journey through Love, Loss, and Canine Companionship – An Anne Abel Memoir”

Los Angeles Wire
“Anne Abel’s ‘Mattie, Milo, and Me’: Love, Loss, Canine Bonds”

Book Q&As with Deborah Kalb
“Q&A with Anne Abel”

Old Women Who Write
“Mattie, Milo, and Me, Anne Abel’s first book, is about life, about love, about depression, about relationships whether human or animal. It is rough and tender, in-your-face and vulnerable.”

Chicago Story Press Literary Journal
“A FaceTime Grandmother Falls in Love”

Adult Child of Dysfunction
“Breaking Free: A Story of Overcoming Generational Abuse”

World Reporter
“Unveiling Transformation and Healing Through Canine Companionship in Anne Abel’s ‘Mattie, Milo, and Me’”

Miami Wire
“Navigating Life with Love and Dogs: Unveiling the Journey of Transformation in Anne Abel’s ‘Mattie, Milo and Me’”

Be Heard
“Resilience and Self-Discovery”

New York Weekly
“An Intimate Journey Through Love, Loss, and Self-Discovery: A Discussion on ‘Mattie, Milo, and Me’ by Author Anne Abel”

Oh My Dog!
“This story serves as a testament to one of my biggest beliefs about the dog-human bond: We help each other heal.”

Open to Hope
“Self-Care In Grief: Woman In A Blue Padded Folding Chair”

Modern Dog Magazine
“A moving testament to the transformative love and healing power dogs provide.”

WE Magazine For Women
“A story of loyalty, dedication and love during National Pet Month by Anne Abel”

Open to Hope
“The Magic of a Child’s Grief”

Open to Hope
“Healing Pet Loss”

Open to Hope
“Childhood Pet’s Violent Death Still Haunts”

Tufts Magazine
“I Never Wanted a Dog—Certainly Not One that Bit People”

Writer’s Digest
“Author and Moth StorySLAM champion Anne Abel shares her journey of becoming a storyteller and published author, including how she used the process of storytelling to overcome writer’s block.”

Linda’s Book Obsession Reviews
“I was touched by Milo’s journey as well as the authors. It is a reminder to keep trying your best, and making a positive difference.”

Dog Talk (And Kitties Too!)
“Anne Abel explains how she happened to make an appearance at a Moth event and wowed everybody with the story in her memoir “Mattie, Milo and Me” – of never wanting a dog but then adoring the one she got for her son.”

Big Blend Radio
“Anne Abel discusses her new memoir, ”Mattie, Milo, and Me” that shares the central role her dogs played in her healing journey.”

The Baroo: A Podcast for Dogs and Their People
“Her journey isn’t just about the dogs; it’s about the life lessons they leave behind, and the patience and commitment required to embrace a rescue with a troubled past.”

San Francisco Post
“Unearthing Anne Abel’s Captivating Universe in ‘Mattie, Milo, and Me’: A Revealing Author Discussion”

Save a Pooch
“Navigating Grief With The Healing Journey Of Rescue Dogs”

Suzy Approved Book Reviews
“On Tour 04/22/24 – 06/30/24”

Women’s Journal
“Between the Lines: An Open Conversation on Latest Book ‘Mattie, Milo, and Me: a memoir’ with Author Anne Abel”

Madison Graph
“Loved Companions and Unseen Battles: Anne Abel’s Raw Confessions on ‘Mattie, Milo, and Me: A Memoir’”

The Hudson Weekly
“A Conversation With Anne Abel: Overcoming Loss, Depression, and the Unbreakable Bond With ‘Mattie, Milo, and Me: A Memoir’”