Books That Inspire
Welcome to Mizzica Book.
Mizzica was found abandoned near a garbage dump in Sicily. What began as a rescue soon became a remarkable journey that inspired a series of stories about courage, connection, intuition, and the unexpected ways life can change when we open our hearts.
Here you'll find the books, artwork, photographs, and true stories inspired by Mizzica's adventures. We hope her journey reminds readers of all ages that even the smallest acts of kindness can transform a life.
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About The Authors
Judy Starkman and Bill Lagattuta are former journalists, storytellers, and devoted dog lovers whose lives changed forever when they rescued an abandoned puppy in Sicily from a garbage dump.
That puppy was Mizzica.
What began as an act of compassion became an extraordinary journey that inspired Mizzica The Dog from the Dumpster and Mizzica’s Magical Journey. Through Mizzica’s adventures, Judy and Bill explore themes of resilience, belonging, friendship, hope, and the unexpected ways our lives can be transformed by love.
Today, Mizzica continues to inspire their writing and remind them that even the smallest acts of kindness can create lasting change.
In honor of her journey, a portion of the proceeds from the Mizzica books helps support rescue animals in Sicily through Canile Rifugio degli Iblei Achille Birotto.
Mizzica June 1, 2017