Michelle Gardner

Ava Starling is an author of epic and urban fantasy that bridges ancient history with modern high-stakes suspense. With a lifelong fascination for classical mythology, world archaeology, and forensic science, she weaves grounded contemporary realism with the sweeping grandeur of forgotten pantheons. When she is not mapping out intricate mythic alliances or traveling to ancient ruins across Europe and Asia, Ava enjoys tending her herb garden, practicing traditional archery, and spending quiet evenings reading beside her loyal hound. She lives in the Pacific Northwest, where misty forests continually inspire her next tale of divine secrets.