Michelle Theall is a accomplished author, known for her debut memoir "The Wind Will Catch You." She began her career in publishing in 1994 at Women Sports and Fitness magazine and over the next 28 years, she achieved success as the editor-in-chief of three national titles, founder of one, and author of three non-fiction books. She has been featured on various media outlets such as Fox Sports Network, NBC Today, The Travel Channel, and MSNBC, and was even featured in The Oprah Magazine.
Theall is not only an accomplished writer but also an advocate for LGBTQ+ and foster care communities. She has worked as a court-appointed special advocate for abused and neglected teens and became a foster parent with her wife, leading to the adoption of their son. Her personal experiences have inspired her writing, including her critically acclaimed memoir "Teaching the Cat to Sit" about growing up gay and Catholic in the Texas Bible Belt.
In addition to her writing, Theall is an editor at Alaska magazine and an award-winning professional photographer. Her photography has been featured in various national magazines and websites, and her images have appeared in media across the globe and in private collections. She is represented by Aevitas Literary Agency and lives in Boulder, Colorado with her wife, son, and two pups. Her debut novel, "The Wind Will Catch You," was published in Fall 2023.
Theall is also an advocate for the natural world and big landscapes, and her love for Alaska is reflected in her work as the creator of Wild Departures, her wildlife viewing company specializing in photo tours in Alaska and beyond. She is also an avid reader, inspired by the natural world and big landscapes.