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Pieces of my Heart, by Jim Willis

Jim Willis
Jim Willis is a prolific writer and animal advocate, whose essays have been a source of inspiration to thousands of rescue workers, including the selfless souls who work in "kill shelters." He has generously shared writings from his book, "Pieces of my Heart - Writings Inspired by Animals and Nature."

Archived Guest Articles by Jim Willis

  • How Could You?
    This essay has been translated into 25 languages and has been called the most published animal-related essay in the world. Although the main character is a dog, the lives of countless cats have also undoubtedly been saved because of this piece.

  • The Fourth Magi - A Christmas Story
    Jim shares a glorious story about a cat-hating curmudgeon and the cat who had his own say about the matter.

  • Help Stop the Inhumane Killing!
    This writer is sickened by the various inhumane methods used across the U.S. in many "shelters," and is advocating for a national law, which he is promoting in the Killing with Kindness campaign, which he jointly founded.

  • Free Kittuns
    This sad story reminds us that "free to a good home" is unwise, at best, and that spaying and neutering can save lives as well as heartache.

  • The Zen of Cat
    Losing a cat is never easy, but we have much to learn from them in death as well as life, as illustrated by this wonderful story by a prolific writer and animal lover.

  • La Visitadora - The Visitor
    A poignant story about a cat, two women, and the man who brought them together.

  • Beloved of Bast
    A sensitive, compassionate story written by Jim Willis, who operated a rescue organization called The Tiergarten Sanctuary, along with a very special extra piece called, "The Animals' Savior," which has become a beacon of strength to shelter workers.

Jim Willis Biography

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