Kate Elliott

Kate Elliott is a successful American author who writes under the pseudonym Kate Elliott, which is a pen name for Alis A. Rasmussen. She was born in Junction City, Oregon, in 1958 and spent her childhood in rural Oregon, where she began writing as a way to escape into a world of adventure. Elliott's writing career took off after she shifted her focus from science fiction to fantasy novels, adopting the pen name Kate Elliott in 1992. This change proved to be a successful one, as she began to make significant sales of her novel copies.

Elliott is best known for her series such as the Jaran series, Crown of Stars series, Crossroads series, and the Spiritwalker Trilogy. She has also written several other series and standalone novels, often blending elements of science fiction, fantasy, romance, and young adult fiction. Her writing is known for its depth, complexity, and world-building, as well as its engaging characters and intricate plotlines.

Elliott's upbringing in rural Oregon and her subsequent travels to places like Mexico, European pastry shops, and Hawaii have influenced her writing, providing her with a wealth of experiences to draw upon. She currently resides in Hawaii, where she spends her time paddling outrigger canoes and spoiling her schnauzer. Despite her success as a writer, Elliott remains grounded in her love of storytelling and her passion for creating immersive worlds that readers can escape into.