From coloring in her highchair to painting in middle school and earning blue ribbons for drawing and pottery as a teen, Lilia has always endeavored to let her imagination be her guide. In high school, she discovered her passion for writing as well as a desire to travel the world. After graduating, she went to college to pursue a career in zoology, but found herself wondering if she would ever be truly happy without being able to express her creativity every day. So, she decided to take a chance and write a book. Orchid Stones and Stardust is her debut novel.