Micki Janae is an author on a mission. Tired of growing up with scant representation of young Black women in fantasy, Janae took matters into her own hands to craft OF BLOOD AND LIGHTNING (the first book of The Godender Saga), a compelling novel full of ­intricate world-building, electrifying storytelling, and diverse characters. Currently, Janae is studying at the University of Alabama, Birmingham, where she continues her passion for literature and explores visual creativity as a budding filmmaker with an eye on expanding the voices of young Black women in both fields. Micki Janae lives in Birmingham, AL.