Minquansis Sapiel (pronounced Min-Gwon-sis) is an enrolled member of the Passamaquoddy Tribe from Sipayik, one of the two Passamaquoddy reservations in Maine and part of the Wabanaki Confederacy. She grew up in Sipayik overlooking the Passamaquoddy Bay and is a published author of a children’s book called “Little People of the Dawn." Minquansis received her master's degree in social work, earned her captain's license, and is self-employed as a storyteller, truthteller, and speaker providing guided tours. She has collaborated with many organizations throughout Maine speaking on various topics of Wabanaki history and culture. She is a mother of three daughters and loves photography and nature.