This isn’t just a book—it’s a movement. Through raw, inspiring, and unforgettable stories, it shines a light on animals who were once abandoned, overlooked, or mistreated—and the extraordinary people who refused to let their stories end there.
We are thrilled to announce that Where the Unwanted Roam is finally available!
This unique book is filled with beautiful photographs and stories from 23 sanctuaries and rescues, including Wild Paws.
“This heartfelt collection brings together the voices of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and wildlife conservancies from across the country. Each story shares a common thread: the unyielding commitment to protect the vulnerable, to offer healing in the face of neglect, and to honor the resilience of those so often cast aside.
Where the Unwanted Roam invites readers into the raw, beautiful, and often bittersweet world of rescued animals—and the people who refuse to give up on them.”
Illustrator Alicia Marie
Whistleslick Press is “honored to welcome Wild Paws Midwest Animal Sanctuary (Wild Paws), a haven for displaced wildlife in the heart of the Midwest. From foxes to a special needs coyote, their stories embody survival, renewal, and the promise of a safe future at Wild Paws. The sanctuary also plays a vital role in advancing education and deepening our understanding of human–animal relationships, offering pathways toward true coexistence.”
The Wild Paws section is 20 pages, and tells the stories of all of our residents.
Hardcover; 430 pages; $48 each, plus shipping.
To order your copy, please visit Whistlestick Press