Though I’ve read, researched, written about – and yes, even lived – this history and culture for 30+ years, the fact that I, an American, born and raised in the second half of the 20^th century, have the audacity to publish books about it, boggles the mind (or at least my mind). But I do it because I need to – because if I don’t, who will?

I’m making steady progress with my new book about Shinsengumi. I’ll post updates periodically.

A heartfelt thanks to all my readers!