New Release: "Wai-nani: High Chiefess of Hawai'i - Her Epic Journey"

Linda Ballou, well known for her adventurous travel articles and breathtaking photography, will soon release her first novel--an event which marks the beginning of her career as an author of books (as she currently has another in progress).

Through the eyes of "High Chiefess, Wai-nani," the reader will experience the Hawai'ian society as it existed when Captain Cook arrived at Kealakekua Bayin 1779; ride the billowing seas with Eku, the wild dolphin she befriends; learn why she loved the savage, conflicted ruler, Makaha; walk with her as she defies ancient laws and harsh taboos of the Island people; share the love she received from all who knew her; and learn how she rose to become the most powerful woman in old Hawai'i.

"Wai-nani: High Chiefess of Hawai'i - Her Epic Journey," an historical novel, will be released in May of 2008 through Star Publish, LLC.

A love triangle of extremes has proven to be a solid base for Ballou's writing. From her roots in Alaska she received strength, solitude, centeredness and respect for the awful power of nature. Her short story "Raindrop People" and numerous adventure articles including "Raven Brings the Sun," about a float down the Tatshenshini River, take place in her homeland. In Hawaii she found nurturing, a spiritual awakening, sensuality, peace anther heroine for her historical novel, "Wai-nani: High Chiefess of Hawai'i -Her Epic Journey."

In California, she obtained a degree in English Literature from Northridge University and a doctorate in urban savvy. She continues to enjoy opportunities there for intellectual stimulation, exciting contacts and friends. It makes a great base for exploits that she will share in her upcoming travel collection, "Lost Angel Walkabout."

Visit her website http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ to read an excerpt of "Wai-nani" and/or to purchase the book. You can view numerous travel articles and photos published in a variety of venues over the last ten years there as well.