Anita Kopacz

About the Author

Yemaya, also known as Yemoja, is the mother of all Orishas and is the divine entity of the waters, particularly associated with Nigeria’s Ogun River. Kopacz’s imaginative narrative sees Yemaya rescued from captivity by a young boy named Obatala, who, amazed by her presence, releases her from a fishing net before she can be trapped. Years later, when Obatala is captured by the ships, Yemaya pursues them, intending to reciprocate his act of kindness. Recognizing that her mermaid form would bewilder humans, she undergoes a challenging transformation into a human to continue her quest. Her awakening leads her to a community of Indigenous people who comprehend her significance and provide her with care, enlightening her that her journey has only just commenced. Obatala’s captu. Anita Kopacz is the author of over 3 books across 2 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Daughter of Three Waters Trilogy Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Anita Kopacz has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.