About the author

Kristin “Pekhty” Sele writes post-apocalyptic military science fiction centered on survival, found family, and the quiet strength of human connection in a broken world.
Pekhty is her longtime creative handle; the name she’s used online for years (@pekhty on X and pekhty.com).
Born and raised in Northern California, Kristin’s roots in the Golden State have shaped her love for stories of resilience, loyalty, and people fighting to stay human when everything else falls apart. Her eclectic background includes video and tabletop gaming, gardening, and co-hosting the Murder and Myths podcast, where she explored the darker side of world myths and storytelling.
With a passion for gritty survival tales and a deep belief that family — chosen or otherwise — endures, Kristin invites readers into the world of Still Here. The series follows an intel analyst, her QRF chief, and the team that refuses to let the end of the world end them.
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