C.K. Bougae is the author of The Valley of the Blue Moon, an epic fantasy written to inspire and enchant readers of all ages. She explores the themes of love, self-discovery, and the quiet courage to pursue one’s destiny. The Valley of the Blue Moon is the debut novel in her Mysteries of Life Series.

With experience as an educator and university professor, C.K. champions the power of storytelling not only to entertain but to engage and transform readers. She brings a fresh perspective to the fantasy genre by combining vivid, immersive settings, emotionally relatable characters, and ageless insights. As an educator, C.K. has a deep understanding of how people learn, grow, and connect through stories, adding depth and authenticity to her characters and to the story. 

C.K. has a PhD in education and was a professor at NYU, Montclair State, and Florida State. Having been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Reuters, Hotel News, WalletHub, and Globo TV Brazil, she draws on her ability to communicate her ideas simply yet powerfully to diverse audiences, making her fantasy writing resonate with readers.

C.K. lives between Atlanta and San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, a colonial city both magical and timeless, whose spirit inspired her novel.