Marcia Harris has always had a special place in her heart for animals. Through years of discovering the abuse inflicted upon animals, from those used in circuses and animal fighting rings to the fur and cosmetic industry, Harris became inspired to write her second book of poetry, Tears of the Animals. She is also the author of Tears of the Soul, her first book of poetry. Harris resides is Franklin, Tennessee with her son, Denver, a dog, Sunny and a cat La-a. She enjoys tennis, hiking, snow skiing and traveling. She is currently working on her first novel.