Ailynn Collins learned a lot about writing from her teachers at Hamline University in St. Paul, MN. She has always loved reading science fiction stories about other worlds and strange aliens. She enjoys creating new characters and worlds for her stories, as well as envisioning what the future might look like. When not writing, Collins enjoys spending her spare time reading and playing board games with her family. She lives near Seattle, Washington, with her husband and loveable dogs. Karen De la Vega is a Mexican digital illustrator. As a child, she was punished for imagining characters and drawing during class. As an illustrator, she always seeks to convey meaningful stories and aesthetics through her art. Karen is passionate about books, mental health, cinema, nature, and diverse cultures. She has a degree in psychology. Karen believes that women can become whatever they aspire to be and has proven that to herself.