Kristina Elyse Butke writes fantasy filled with magic, dark curses, and true love. She is an avid watcher of anime and devours manga regularly, particularly if they have a speculative slant. She's written for ExFic, First Class Literary, and Synaeresis Magazine, as well as serving as a contributing author and editor for the webzine Speculative Chic. When she isn't writing, you can find her roaming the forests of Ohio or working on her cosplay for conventions.