Kristiana Sfirlea is the award-winning author of The Stormwatch Tales, a darkly whimsical horror fantasy series for kids and teens. Like their popular characters Rose and Marek, Kristiana has faced some scary things in their life-though their ghosts and monsters look a little different. But like their characters, Kristiana has learned that the best way to face your fears is by making friends with them. Kristiana's dream is creating safe places for readers to explore their experiences through the power of storytelling. As a disabled, queer, autistic author of faith, Kristiana has found the safest place in their books. Their greatest joy is when readers do the same. Kristiana loves Jesus, laughing too hard at their own jokes, imaginary life with their characters, and real life with their partner. Follow them online @KristianasQuill and visit their website www.KristianasQuill.com.