Seven years ago, I began telling the story of a woman born almost a thousand years before me — a woman who commanded armies, faced down an emperor, and was very nearly forgotten. Today I get to write the sentence I have imagined writing more times than I can count: If She is anything is … Read more

Update, 19 August 2026: the book is now published — see the announcement for where to find it. Some news worth sharing: If She is anything is ready. The manuscript has been through its final edits, the cover — above — is done, and the book will be published soon. If She is anything tells … Read more