More than a novel, this story is an immersive, transformative experience.
"In a literary world full of noise, Anasazi Vision stands out as a rare, elegant, and spiritually intelligent novel that leaves readers changed."
- Goodreads review
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True North writes visionary fiction for adult readers.
True North is an award-winning American author of visionary fiction for adult readers. Her first novel, Anasazi Vision, has been called "an invitation." It changes people. Reader upon reader describes breakthroughs, revelations, laughter, tears, hope, healing, and allowing themselves to grieve. Its follow-up, Third Mesa, is to be published in Winter 2026. True will also publish The Anasazi Vision Companion: Navigating The 30-Year Reset in 2027, a guide to the lessons and tools contained within the Anasazi Vision fiction series.
Who the heck is this gal, and, is that really her name?
The short answer is, we're still discovering that, and yes!
You want more? Oh, I see... there's a lot of space here. Okay, let's start over. We get to do that, you know. Start over. And that, my friends, is the story of my life. Meet the writer, editor, and leading lady in this adventure. I am going to share what inspires me. You see, if you get that, you'll get me. Here goes...
MY INSPIRATION:
What inspires me? Nature and my romance with her. All things Mama Gaia...the ethereal, the unmanifest: seeds, seedlings, tiny eggs in nests, growing things, green shoots emerging from branches, freshly turned soil. Potential. Always potential.
Tapestries, Gregorian chants, ashrams, monasteries and sanctuaries. The Moola Mantra, Mooji, minimalism and spaciousness; room to breathe, to dance, to create. Open air, sunshine on my face, breeze on my skin, sand on my feet, and water. Always water.
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Travel, cultures, stories, the texture of life and living. Tastes, experiences, adventure, spontaneity, saying "yes" to Life. Flow. Trust. Leaning in.
Crystals, women sitting in Circle, Grandmother Moon and the night sky, cycles, spirals, braiding hair, little girls in tutus and rain boots. Birth. Birthing children, birthing love, birthing ideas, birthing story, birthing courage and strength, sovereignty, conviction and vulnerability.
Love. The real stuff. Friends, late night calls and the cabs to be there, love notes left on kitchen counters and tucked into luggage and lunch bags. Vintage love songs. Cradling infants, holding, deep listening and making love.
Story time, fresh sheets, wildflowers, hikes, bicycling in autumn, swirling leaves, campfire smoke, rivers, the music of crickets, frogs and owls; snowflakes, children's laughter, birdsongs, wind chimes, freshly mowed grass, airport hugs, belly laughs, girlfriends, being behind a camera lens. Excellent espresso.
Having life cave in and rebuild itself. Saying goodbye. Saying hello. Breathing. Stillness. Life. Always, Life.
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The life we see for ourselves is never a straight line. Mine certainly wasn't. I'm certain that many of my decisions were made because I felt stuck, and the discomfort of remaining where I was outweighed the big, scary unknown. We have to imagine. We have to pull the trigger, buckle up, and take the (oftentimes) harrowing ride, but I believe the risk is worth it.
Ultimately, anything that assists us in discovering more about ourselves, about life, and this world we live in, is worth the cost. Stretching, growing, learning, and expanding are why we're here, after all. My advice: surround yourself with supportive people and jump into your life. The truth is, we have no idea what is possible for our lives if we never try. Whatever feels too big, scares you, excites you, terrifies you, makes you come alive... Go for it! That's my big wisdom, Dear One.
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True North has lived a remarkable life. She has been an Army NCO, a fitness professional, and a startup founder. She has thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, survived a crab season in the Bering Sea, and led high-ropes obstacle courses. She is an adventurer, risk-taker, and mother of four. She devotes herself to living an inspired life and thrives by awakening new levels of awareness. Her passion is bringing great ideas to life, leading personal transformation circles, and facilitating mastermind groups. Her philosophy is: say "yes," lean in, and let soul lead the way.
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Drawing on a wealth of life experience and a degree in journalism, True writes with an intimate, honest, conversational style. Her first novel, Anasazi Vision, is a recipient of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award, the Page Turner Book Award for Contemporary Fiction, a BBNYA 2025 semi-finalist, and is nominated for the prestigious Eric Hoffer Book Award. She lives in Oregon and is a lover of nature, immersive travel, and connection.
Learn the story behind Anasazi Vision and its author True North. It continues to humble and surprise even True.
What Readers Are Saying
Honestly, I cry when I read how my stories touched people's lives. Those who know me know that I connect with my spiritual guides when I write. I receive tremendous help from the other side of the veil. My soul feels and writes the story, and that's why I believe readers have the experiences they do. It's soul touching soul.
Jessica S.
From the moment I began Anasazi Vision, I was completely absorbed.
Kathleen B.
I finished Anasazi Vision two days ago and already miss being inside the story.
Doris M.
What makes the book unforgettable is the transformation that unfolds slowly, gently. I found myself in tears without fully knowing why. It reframed my own grief, making loss feel less final and far less lonely. This book isn’t just a story; it’s a companion.
David
The Grand Gulch encounter with her husband was the moment I realized I would never forget this book.
George
Okay, I devoured this in four days, which is fast for me.
This one’s going on my “read again” shelf for sure.
Robert S.
There are books that entertain and books that teach, but this one holds you.
Donald A.
I cannot remember the last time a book moved me as profoundly as Anasazi Vision.
Lucas J.
I just finished Anasazi Vision last night and I’m still thinking about it. The desert descriptions made me want to pack a bag and head to Chaco Canyon myself.
Sarah M.
I finished this book in 3 days flat - couldn’t put it down!
Elsie
True writes the kind of details that most people hide. I’ve never seen that level of emotional transparency before.
Angie H.
What an amazing and inspiring read! I couldn't put the book down!
Samson C.
A soulful adventure that leaves you changed. Can’t wait for the next one in the series.
Interview
WITH BOOK BLOGGER, SASSY REVIEWS
Q1 / Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
I approach life with curiosity. I’m a lifelong learner, deeply connected to the rhythm of nature, the whisperings of my soul, and the people I am blessed to love in my life. I am an adventurer at heart, not afraid to take risks (perhaps, because I was allowed to climb trees, wade in creeks, and sit on the roof as a kid). I’ve learned that when fear buddies up to me, it’s there as a friend, not an enemy, to be shushed. It’s asking, why is this uncomfortable? What here wants to stretch, to grow, to be more aligned ?
Q2 / What were the key challenges you faced while writing your book "Anasazi Vision”?
The book was written in two phases, years apart. The original draft was written immediately following my vision quest. It came by way of nightly excursions INTO the story where I interacted with the characters and landscape. I BECAME a character WITHIN it night after night for seven weeks. By day, for those seven weeks, a “voice” dictated what I had experienced the night before, and Anasazi Vision became that experience. Then, in 2024, I rewrote the story, and it became what it is today. In the years between the first draft and the rewrite, I lived experiences that ripened the emotional fabric of the story. Remember, most of Anasazi Vision is fiction. It was the “voice” that originally wove experiences from my life into the story, and the rewrite gave them lungs and breath. As for my challenge? It was resisting putting too much of myself into the story, but that’s what it asked of me, and in hindsight, it is what makes the story the immersive, intimate, honest, and experiential journey it is.
Q3 / What did you want readers to understand about parent–child bonds through True and Mama's connection?
I believe in most cases, we need to give our parents a break. They did the best they could, given what they had to work with. No parent goes into parenthood thinking, “How can I screw up this kid?” In my case, my mama is a beautiful human; kind, thoughtful, and quite logical. She wasn’t tapped into her emotions, whereas I related to life through my senses. Adulthood (and unpacking and understanding my relationship with my mother with compassion and honesty) allowed me to see her with fresh eyes. We have high expectations of our parents. In truth, they are humans trying as best they can to raise another human. A little allowance goes a long way to heal our hearts… and theirs.
Q4 / What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
I live in Oregon. In a word, it’s stunning. My favorite spot is Tryon Creek State Park. It is on the outskirts of Portland and is home to miles of forested hiking trails. This is where I am most at home, among the trees.
Q5 / The Four Corners desert feels like a living entity in the book. What drew you to this landscape?
I’ve spent time in Four Corners, have fished the San Juan River, and spent time at the ruins, so am very familiar with the desert. It is a quiet place that invites introspection. As far as the book goes, it is a metaphor of the internal desert True is navigating.
Q6 / How long did it take you to write your book "Anasazi Vision"?
The original draft took seven weeks. The rewrite took nine months.
Q7 / On what platforms can readers buy your books?
Currently, Anasazi Vision is available through Amazon and Books.by
Q8 / Did you envision a specific type of reader for Anasazi Vision, or did the story guide itself naturally?
This is such a great question. I wrote the story because it asked to be written. Actually, it wouldn’t leave me alone, and it was the one thing I knew I needed to do before I left the planet. It’s always had a life of its own and has wanted to be in readers’ hands, in their hearts, and in their souls. It is finding its way to them — to the ones it belongs to, and that brings a special peace to my soul.
Q9 / When writing a book, how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and yourself?
Anyone who knows me knows I have a close relationship with my spirit guides. That may be too woo for some people, but it is where I write from. See, words carry a vibration. A frequency lives between the actual words, and when I connect with my guides and write from the space where all exists, readers feel it. They may think they are connecting with the story, but in truth, they are connecting to the aspect of us that is shared. That’s why it feels so personal, so intimate, and transformative. I hope that answers your question.
Q10 / What is the most valuable piece of advice you’ve been given about writing?
Write to just one person, not ten thousand people.
