A.K. Aspen is a genre fiction writer, editor, and publishing professional living in New York with a deep interest in imaginative storytelling and what those stories reveal about the real world. Her writing gravitates toward speculative spaces, such as fantasy, science fiction, and the strange in-between, where worldbuilding, myth, and meaning intersect. This passion led her to complete an MLitt in Fantasy Literature at the University of Glasgow, an in-depth academic experience which informs her work and writing.
Aspen has worked in publishing for three years, gaining hands-on experience with manuscripts at multiple stages of development. That background, along with her scholarly and practical knowledge, shapes her editorial approach; she possesses an eye for both creative ambition and professional standards, and a strong respect for the author’s voice.
Whether she’s writing, editing, or talking through ideas on social media, Aspen’s goal is the same: to engage seriously with imaginative stories and support the people who make them.
When she’s not reading or writing, you can probably find her trying out a new board game, entertaining her two cats, or snowboarding the local mountains in upstate NY.
In 2026, Aspen decided to expand her my creative practice through a YouTube project focusing on documenting her writing life and other personal goals. There she shares her process, progress, and reflections as a speculative fiction expert. The channel is part accountability, part exploration: a space to think openly about storytelling, revision, and the long road of making meaningful work.