M.K. Aleja

M. K. Aleja is an award-winning CHamoru author whose stories blend history, folklore, and the supernatural to introduce readers to the rich cultural traditions of the Mariana Islands. Born and raised on Guam and now living in Alaska, he writes historical fiction, mythic fantasy, and paranormal thrillers inspired by CHamoru history, oral traditions, and ancestral beliefs. His works include Guardians of the Latte Stones, The Makåna's Legacy, and The Darkness Has Names, an ongoing collection of standalone stories set within a shared mythological world. His books have received critical recognition from Literary Titan, Readers' Favorite, Kirkus Reviews, The Historical Fiction Company, and other independent reviewers.