I’m Avery Michael, an author dedicated to crafting women’s fiction and historical fiction that carries a profound social message. My goal is not just to inspire you through the lives of my characters and the richness of their settings, but also to provoke thoughtful reflection and action on issues that resonate deeply with women and across the broader society we all live in.
A Special Message about Sister Molly Cleary
Sister Molly Cleary’s fearless journey to seek reproductive justice for women is a powerful testament to the ongoing struggle for women’s rights. In an era when Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are under threat, women risk losing significant social and personal freedoms and opportunities. States are stripping away reproductive rights and issues uniquely important to women, including childcare subsidies, living wages, equal opportunity and affirmative action protections, healthcare access, and voting rights are all facing political assault. Fighting back is not optional – it is critical
Standing on the shoulders of women of previous eras who rose up to these challenges, Molly Cleary serves as a beacon of hope and resilience. Her story is a call to action for all women to step up, fight for justice and claim their power. These difficult, life-saving battles require unwavering commitment, dogged determination and fearless struggle, and won’t be fought for us – we have to fight, and win, them ourselves.
Get your copy of “OUTRAGE” now and be inspired by Sister Molly Cleary’s unwavering courage and determination to change the world.
Spanning three generations of a family, Avery Michael’s captivating new novel begins in pre-WW II Germany when Nathalie Weiss, a young Jewish woman, navigates the complexities of family, identity, and heritage as she faces her future. Two generations later, her granddaughter, Natalie Barlow, bearing the Americanized version of her grandmother’s name, uncovers a family history she knew nothing about, bringing forth staggering realizations about her true identity and place in the world. Ultimately, Natalie is forced to grapple with her own desires against the weight of secrets that, if revealed, threaten to tear her loving family apart.
Gain and loss are the two sides of the same coin.
In the summer of 1910, against the backdrop of blooming summer gardens and the gentle flow of Germany’s Innerste River, Nathalie Weiss, struggles with the choice between following her betrothed to America or remaining in Germany, secure in the arms of her loving family and vibrant Jewish community. Poignant conversations with her father, a devout German Jew, reveal contrasting worldviews that create a rich tapestry of cultural clashes and tender moments.
A Granddaughter’s journey of self-discovery.
Sixty-one years later, Nathalie’s granddaughter and namesake discovers letters and diaries that cause her to question everything she thought she knew about her family’s past. With echoes of her mother’s and grandmother’s independent spirit, Natalie Barlow pursues a quest for truth that will forever change her life.
Embark on an unforgettable journey with Avery Michael’s forthcoming novel, which is a moving testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the enduring power of family secrets across generations, and the ties that bind us together in love.
In the tradition of authors like Jodi Picoult, whom I greatly admire, my stories invite readers to ponder the themes and challenges presented, encouraging them to take meaningful action on causes dear to their own hearts.
Women and Poverty in 21st Century America
Mother Nature’s Daughters: 21st Century Women Farmers
Hard Living in America’s Heartland: Rural Poverty in the 21st Century Midwest
We Rise to Resist: Voices from a New Era in Women’s Political Action
Award-winning fiction by Avery Michael
Outrage: Sister Molly Cleary vs. The Catholic Church
My Mother’s Secret
Conflicted (forthcoming, 2025)
