Aleya Mishell was born and raised in Maryland. Being an avid reader since early childhood, she has read thousands of books. she has also had a passion for writing and has penned many creative short stories. After becoming a teacher and inspiring children to follow their dreams, she decided to follow through with one of her own. Now in her retirement, she balances her time between her family, penning creative stories, and editing for other authors. Aleya currently spends her time in Baltimore, loving on her husband and their children, which now includes her first granddaughter. She is currently working on her next novel.