Astra Vale-Ryden discovered her love for storytelling as a child, creating poems, quotes, and short tales that reflected her vivid imagination. In 2024, she faced major medical challenges that brought profound identity struggles, but writing became her way to reclaim herself and find her voice.

Today, she creates unique YA romantasy stories that are cinematic, immersive, and full of magic, adventure, and heart—focusing on love and friendship without relying on smut.

A devoted parent and family-oriented writer, a daydreamer, and a lover of all things mystical, often slipping into deep creative focus where ideas come alive with fire and heart.

Astra draws inspiration from both her life and imagination to craft worlds that transport readers to unforgettable realms,

Astra lives in the United States with her family.