Ellen Wohl

About the Author

Ellen Wohl is an acclaimed author and environmental scholar whose work bridges the worlds of ecology and narrative storytelling, drawing readers into the intricate lives of the natural world. With a background in geomorphology and a deep passion for the American West, she explores themes of landscape transformation, human impact on ecosystems, and the quiet resilience of the environment. Her debut book, Dead Wood: The Afterlife of Trees, delves into the vital role of decaying timber in forest regeneration, blending scientific insight with poetic prose to challenge conventional views on death and renewal in nature. Wohl's writing has been praised for its ability to make complex ecological concepts accessible and engaging, inspiring a new generation of readers to appreciate the unseen forces shaping our planet. She resides in Colorado, where she continues to hike, research, and write about the rivers and forests that have long captivated her imagination.