Tracy Franz

About the Author

Tracy Franz is an American author whose writing bridges the worlds of personal memoir and cultural exploration. Drawing from her experiences living in Japan, where her husband pursued Zen monastic training, Franz offers intimate insights into the challenges and revelations of adapting to an unfamiliar life abroad. Her debut book, My Year of Dirt and Water: Journal of a Zen Monk's Wife in Japan, chronicles a transformative year marked by isolation, spiritual inquiry, and the rhythms of rural Japanese existence. With a background in environmental studies and a passion for cross-cultural narratives, Franz's work resonates with readers seeking authenticity in tales of resilience and self-discovery. She currently resides in the United States, continuing to write about themes of belonging and mindfulness.