Stephen Mark, a New York City native, is a product of diverse cultural heritage, with a Native American father and Jamaican mother. His passion for Sci-Fi and fantasy was ignited by a childhood fascination with comic books, and his love of writing from his mother. Stephen honed his writing prowess through poetry and song lyrics before transitioning to fiction, inspired by his love for comics and Sci-Fi films. Now residing in Atlanta, GA, Stephen shares his home with his terrier, T'Challa. When he's not writing, he crafts artisan jewelry for his line, Kino'Ja' Artisan Designs. C.O.V.E.N. marks Stephen's debut in the world of novel writing.