By Any Other Name is a captivating historical and contemporary drama that explores ambition, deception, and the struggle for recognition in a world built for men. By Any Other Name follows New York playwright Melina Green, who has never seen her work on stage. In order to gain the recognition she desires, she resorts to a daring lie revealing the lengths one must go to be heard in a male-dominated world.

The story is intertwined with the life of her ancestor, Emilia Bassano, mistress to one of Elizabeth I’s most valued noblemen. Like Melina, Emilia knew what it meant to be silenced, but she responded with a bold act of deception that had consequences echoing across generations. In By Any Other Name, past and present collide, revealing how courage, ambition, and audacity can reshape destinies and challenge societal expectations.

Richly written, emotionally compelling, and full of intrigue, By Any Other Name is perfect for readers who love historical fiction, strong female characters, and stories that explore the power of identity and legacy.