About the Author

What do big cats, the practice of pharmacy, philosophy, and writing have in common? One person: Simba Wiltz. He was awarded a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004, but not before publishing his first book while still in college and engaging the challenging world of big cats. Since taking up residence in Orlando, FL, he has continued to span the divide; publishing professional articles on a national stage, while delving deeper into the politically and emotionally challenging world of tigers, lions, leopards, and cougars. His 'off-time' interests include fitness, philosophy, and writing.

Profile in brief

• Played organized football for 13 years, culminating at the University of North Carolina.
• Became an Eagle Scout in 1997 after almost 10 years of Scouting.
• Earned an International Baccalaureate Diploma in 1998.
• Morehead Scholar, 1998- 2002.
• Graduated North Carolina Outward Bound's 23 day multi-element course, 1998.
• Teacher of Summerbridge at Riverdale, Bronx, NY, 1999
• Writer and Performer of Cutting Room Mission for NPR's Intern Edition, 2000.
• Member of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists (2000-2004), Carolina Dining Board of Directors(1999-2003), Carolina Association of Pharmacy Students(2000-2004), Student National Pharmaceutical Association(2002-2004), and National Collegiate Scholars.
• Founding member, Online editor, and Writer for UNC's humor periodical BoUNCe Magazine, 2000-2002.
• First novel publication, MainFrame- Beginnings at age 21.
• Doctor of Pharmacy from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2004
• Handler/Volunteer at Thunderhawk Big Cat Rescue in FL 2002-2007.
• Senior Vice President, Central Florida Animal Reserve 2007-present.
• APhA's Transitions Editorial Board.
• Always more than meets the eye.