MATTHEW RASNAKE grew up in small town Kentucky, longing for the excitement he found on screen or in the pages of his favorite sci-fi or fantasy books—like wielding magic swords on horseback to save the realm from irredeemable evil, or exploring the galaxy in a faster-than-light starship.

Now he lives in big town Kentucky (Louisville) and spends his free time writing sci-fi stories for adults and kids of all ages—hopeful, compassionate stories that he hopes will entertain, inspire, and bring that same excitement to others.

When he's not writing stories he’s either writing code for the local horseracing concern, or enjoying time with his beautiful, patient wife; three wild and crazy kids; and two distressingly pukey cats.