Tara Perron / Tana?ida? To Wi? is a Dakota and Ojibwe mother. She grew up in Saint Paul, Minnesota. She studied Dakota language and culture at Metro State University. She is the author of Takoza: Walks With the Blue Moon Girl, Animals of Khéya Wíta, and Animals of Nimaamaa-Aki. Tara is inspired by the loving hearts of her sons: she is a creator, plant medicine enthusiast, and has always loved to write. She believes in the healing power of storytelling. Her love for plant medicine started at a young age growing up with her kú??i (grandmother). She has been caring for, and tending to Maka U??í her whole life.

She has always had a growing relationship with our plant relatives, and continues to learn from them. When creating plant based medicines she remains true to her family teachings, never over harvesting. Always honoring traditional practices, laying Tobacco, and offering prayers! All creations are created in prayer and made with respect and love!.