A trailblazing anthology of fiction by Mexican-Americans living in the United States, Pieces of the Heart contains 15 original stories, many previously unpublished, by a host of exceptional authors, including new writers like Ana Castillo and Danny Romero, as well as recognized talents like Sandra Cisneros. Spirited, evocative, and memorable, Pieces of the Heart will touch readers everywhere with the power of its characterizations and the depth of its special vision.