K.T. Sterling

KT Sterling had always loved writing stories. After seeing a film, she would immediately write her own story about it, full of magic and fantasy. Becoming a writer, however, was never really on her radar; there were other challenges in her life. Her childhood was tough, and books offered her an escape to a world full of fantasy. At nineteen, she consciously picked up the pen for the first time—driven by dreams and characters begging to be told. And so her steampunk/Victorian high fantasy series, Testra, was born.

Despite studying criminology and years of administrative jobs, she never lost her love for stories. She entered writing competitions, took classes, and read books on story structure. The hard work paid off: she published short stories, won prizes, and released books.

KT Sterling believes that a story only truly comes to life when you challenge yourself and broaden your horizons. By treading new paths and stepping out of her comfort zone, she continues to return to the worlds she creates with fresh eyes and an open mind.