I wrote Naisula’s Fire because of Naisula* …

and all of the Naisulas in the world who are caught up in a tradition that can harm for life.

As a parent, educator, and advocate for the well-being of children, I believe our young people need stories that reflect both the beauty and the challenges of our world. Naisula’s Fire is a story about courage, culture, and the strength it takes to question harmful traditions—told through the eyes of a young Maasai girl on the verge of womanhood.

The book explores female genital mutilation (FGM) in a way that is age-appropriate for middle grade readers—never graphic, always grounded in emotional truth. My intention is not to shock, but to open a gentle, thoughtful space for empathy, awareness, and hope.

I wrote this book because I believe children can handle hard topics when they are given the tools, support, and language to process them. Naisula’s Fire is ultimately a story of resilience, family love, and the quiet bravery it takes to create change.

This is a book for families, classrooms, and communities who believe in raising strong, thoughtful children—children who need to find the words to stand up for themselves and others.