Elle L. Stone is an author and animal lover who lives in Westchester County, New York, with her cat Siddhartha. In her spare time, Elle devises ways to get her cat to show her some more affection, with varied rates of success. She describes herself as a connoisseur of French fries and can never refuse a well- crafted donut. Her love for a wide range of books and literature has also found her a member of her local library and in her spare time she supports many animal rescue organizations across the United States.