Susy Smith, author of the fast-paced, dystopian thriller Ascendant

 Susy Smith, author of the fast-paced, dystopian thriller Ascendant (August 8, 2023). What would you do if society crumbled? How would you survive if you had to fend for yourself? Would you be able to live off the land? Susy Smith explores these questions and much more in her gripping “Asylum” book series. Finding inspiration from The Walking Dead, Susy can talk about how she created this dystopian world, as well as universal themes of human nature, including the fight for survival and freedom-In what ways do you think incorporating Native American language and culture into the curriculum can positively impact the Kanza Tribe's community and future generations?