Michaela Keeble is a lover of birds, fish and social justice, who also publishes poetry and fiction.

A descendant of UK, Austrian and German immigrants, Michaela grew up on Wurundjeri land, and is now lucky to live in Aotearoa.

Paku Manu Ariki Whakatakapōkai was co-written with her son Kerehi Grace (Ngāti Toa Rangatira, Ngāti Porou).