Who is lisakaniutcobb and why should I read her Netah books?

She's so glad you asked. 
 
Lisa is a woman who has worn many hats, from daughter to mother, executive assistant to copy editor, volunteer to board member, student to author. Along the way she adopted green ways like recycling paper and food scraps, repurposing clothing, and planting organic and xeric gardens. Being out in nature inspires and soothes her. Like a lot of people, she loves to see animals in nature. It is a thrill to have a moose or fox wander through her yard or to watch hummingbirds feed on her flowers.
 
All of this might explain why such a person wonders: if people could live as wild animals, would it change their behavior? She answers: Yes, hopefully.
 
To explore this idea, she wrote 2 books, so far, about a society of people who can transform into animals. It all started with a teenager who suddenly realized he was sprouting antlers, who went on to discover he was a Netah halfling, and that he could transform into an elk. 

Um, hello, it's me, Lisa. Yes, you guessed it. Fantasy can model better human behavior. Why? Well, who wants to read about just humans? We need something new and different, like people who are also animals. Then there's the environmentally friendly attitudes of my constructs, the Netahs, who live green lifestyles and love nature, because they live there. As humans they can construct green homes, use renewable energy, and other high tech stuff.
 
Second there's the social issues. In book 3 I will tackle more aspects of Netah society. They have made it through a cold winter and prepare for summer games, which are part of their courting traditions. In Netah society athletics and the arts play a part in helping Netahs choose mates. I wanted to avoid the elk habit of brute-force head butting contests that lead to male dominated harems! No, I do not endorse patriarchies or matriarchies, but rather an equality among the sexes, and no head-butting. 
 
I think that in 2024, our society is grappling with how to create equality among the sexes, by removing barriers and working towards inclusion as it's never been done before. Language is changing, laws are being rewritten, and many people object while others fight for improvements.
 
I suppose that means I am wearing yet another new hat these days. This appeals to me as a former theater costume maker. I wonder what shape the hat would take. Is it cloud-like as I dream on? Is it a beret - Vive la Revolucion! Or maybe it's a beanie, because I live in Colorado and we wear those when it's cold. However, in the summer we switch to wide-brimmed hats to protect us from the sun. Hmmm.
 
Tune in Sunday for the big idea.
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