Mia McKenzie
Mia McKenzie is an award-winning author and activist based in Western Massachusetts, where she lives with her parenting partner and two children.
She gained recognition with her debut novel The Summer We Got Free, which established her reputation for centering marginalized voices with honesty and depth.
McKenzie is also the founder of Black Girl Dangerous Media, an independent media and education platform dedicated to amplifying the experiences of queer Black women and girls.
Her work consistently challenges social norms, blending sharp storytelling with purposeful advocacy, making her a distinctive and vital voice in contemporary literature.
