Ariel Lawhon has written a number of popular works of fiction based on female historical figures she thinks deserve more attention. These include “The Frozen River,” based on the life of 18th-century midwife Martha Ballard, and “Code Name Helene,” about World War II spy Nancy Wake. Ariel’s latest novel is called “The Pirate Queen.” Ariel spoke with education director for the National Writers Series, Audrey Irontree, at Milliken Auditorium in Traverse City in September of 2026.
National Writers Series: Ariel Lawhon
