She didn’t need to know I had met this traveler. She had kept a secret from me; it seemed only fair that I keep this secret from her.
Rachel Delaney Craft
Rachel writes stories about magic, science, and everything in between. Her work has appeared in children’s and teen publications such as Cricket, Spider, and Cast of Wonders, and she recently won third place in Voyage YA’s flash fiction contest. She loves traveling and often finds inspiration in the places she visits. “Every Last Star” was inspired by the beautiful, dangerous deserts of Colorado, where she lives with two slobbery dogs and way too many plants. You can learn more about her at racheldelaneycraft.com or connect with her on Twitter @RDCwrites.