Poetry and fiction rooted in Indigenous story, alongside work with the youth and the land that carry it forward.
About
Deanna Alcala is a poet and novelist whose work draws on Indigenous story, memory and place. Alongside her writing she leads the Indigenous Youth Initiative, bringing young people together on the land at Roots to Sky, and advocates for that land's protection.
Writing
Upcoming book
A collection of poems that circle the world of the Clashing Realms novels: its people, its landscapes and the histories beneath them. Release details and pre-orders will appear here.
Get notified at releaseNovel series in progress
A multi-book series currently being written. Excerpts, character notes and progress updates will be shared here as the first book nears completion.
Follow the seriesIYI blog
IYI brings Indigenous youth together on the land at Roots to Sky for story, ceremony and learning. This blog will carry updates, reflections and ways to get involved.
Roots to Sky
Roots to Sky is the land where IYI gathers. Corporate interests are moving to take it over and clear its forest. Losing it would mean losing the place where young people come to learn who they are.
Updates, petitions and ways to help will be posted here as the campaign develops.
Stand with Roots to Sky