Mona Susan Power

About the Author

Mona Susan Power, an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, is a celebrated author whose work intricately weaves Native American history, mythology, and contemporary life into compelling narratives. Drawing from her heritage and experiences, she explores themes of resilience, identity, and cultural survival with profound insight and emotional depth. Power's debut novel, A Council of Dolls, earned critical acclaim for its innovative structure and poignant portrayal of three generations of Dakota women across a century of trauma and triumph. A former professor and lawyer, she infuses her storytelling with a lawyer's precision and a storyteller's grace, making her voice essential in modern Indigenous literature. Her writing continues to illuminate the enduring spirit of Native communities.