Bio
Katie Orse has a lifelong love for stories that inspire. Her genre is children’s and young adult contemporary stories. She is currently a member of the writing organization SCBWI.
Picture books, Middle Grade, and Young Adult books have always been featured on Katie’s reading list. A few of her favorite authors are Keiko Kasza, Meg Cabot, Judy Blume and all of the Nancy Drew book series.
Even though Katie studied Business at Cerritos College and Cal State University, Long Beach, she loves reading classic literature from Dickens to Steinbeck. She was born in Bangkok, Thailand, and grew up in Los Angeles, California. When not writing, Katie loves road tripping and has lived in Iceland, New Mexico, and Florida.
Some other fun facts:
Her favorite color is light turquoise blue.
Favorite bands: The Smiths, Pond, Tame Impala, Tears for Fears, The Cure, and Depeche Mode.
Favorite foods: Thai, Italian, Japanese, Steaks, and Cupcakes.