THE CAT IS US, AS WE WISH LIFE COULD BE.This short poetry chapbook is a celebration of cats as much as it is a look into loneliness, into the heart of a poet, and perhaps into yourself. If you've read my previous cat-themed collection, LOVE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE LITTER BOX, then you know what to expect: Cats are the stars of some poems, bit players in others, but they are always there, purring in your ear, telling us life isn't so bad if we'd only just open our eyes and see...SAMPLE POEM:"MAGNIFICENT BEASTS"There's a cat inside us,biting, clawing, to get out.This cat is wild—it wants to be free,to return to its feral roots.It doesn't understand jobs, laws, taxes.It only understands what we have forgotten:our connection to nature,our desire to roam free and unfetteredlike the magnificent beasts we are.Who is Jackson Dean Chase?Jackson Dean Chase is a #1 bestselling author who brings you bold visions of dark places. In less than a year, his books have amassed over 100 five-star reviews on the most trusted review sites and been downloaded and enjoyed by over 10,000 fans.Here's what readers are saying about Jackson's books:"...Jackson Dean Chase invokes the spirit of the greatest poet of our time [Charles Bukowski] with the respect and admiration he deserves." —Terry Trueman, Printz Honor author of Stuck in Neutral"[Jackson] grabs readers from page one." —Nate Philbrick, author of The Little One"He continues to amaze me with his creativity..." —Fang-Freakin'-Tastic Reviews"[Jackson Dean Chase is]...a perfect read..." —Kindle reviewer"...Refreshing and original..." —Kindle reviewer“Mr. Chase is an equal opportunity entertainer with a wry sense of humor.” —Frank Fronash, author of Night of the Six-Gun Gorilla"......Beautiful words... Chase always leaves you wanting more." —Sherry Rentschler, author of Midnight Sin