Aarohi Kashikar is a 19-year-old college student, designer, and author
with a lifelong love for storytelling. An avid reader who grew up
immersed in books, she has always been fascinated by the worlds
hidden within their pages and the people who bring them to life.

Whenshe is not writing, Aarohi can usually be found pursuing one
of her many hobbies. From horse riding, skating, and swimming
to drawing, painting, and baking, she loves keeping herself busy and
exploring newcreative outlets. A self-proclaimed ambivert, she enjoys
both quiet afternoons spent with a good book and adventures shared
with the people she loves.

The Stars Are Dead is her debut novel and the first book she has ever
published. She hopes it is only the beginning of a long journey spent
writing stories, building worlds, and bringing new characters to life.
With many more books planned for this series and countless ideas
waiting to be written, she hopes to have the privilege of storytelling
for years to come.