Aastha Thapaliya is a children's author and novel writer from Nepal. She has written a variety of captivating stories, including the children's favourites Pirates and the Flightless Parrot, Granny and the Magical Pot, and Lost Lamb Barry. Aastha has also ventured into romance with her novels Rumours and Romance and When Autumn Whispers, which explore themes of love, resilience, and personal growth. Her writing brings to life themes of bravery, imagination, and loyalty, making her stories both entertaining and inspiring for readers of all ages. She continues to create captivating stories that spark curiosity and imagination in both children and adults.