Natalie Anna Jacobsen Writes
Debut Novel
For years I researched, studied, wrote, edited, and collaborated with experts to bring this ghost story to life. Set in 1877 Japan, this historical fantasy draws from true events during the Meiji Era, and explores how culture and society changed under dramatic new leadership.
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Published Fall 2024 with SelectBooks, under publisher Kenzi Sugihara.
Reporter, Photojournalist
Japan was the place I called home for six years; a place where I resided, worked, played, studied, and loved. Many experiences, events, and people who broadened my perspective while on this journey are captured in reflections I recorded along the way.
At the jump, browse a number of those articles.
Investigative Journalist
At age 13, The Hillsboro Argus offered me my very first publication opportunity: to review the fifth Harry Potter book. Since then, my words and photos have been published in: the Washington Post, C-Ville Weekly, Rewire, Daily Beast, The Wire, and more.
From Virginia to Oregon to Ghana, stories left untold drive me to travel further to ensure all voices get heard, even if it means going to Court. Read those reports and more here.
Leader, Strategist, Creator
Whether in charity, tech, government, media, or entertainment, my career has taken me through many industries, building my skill-set and granting me opportunities to help companies and organizations reach their goals by telling the right story.
Learn about my collaborations and read from my professional blogs on marketing trends, tips, and more.