The storyteller behind the weave
Welcome to my corner of the universe. I am Donna Stevens, a medically retired U.S. Air Force veteran, mother of five, and creator of The Weave fantasy series. Step into my journey from service and family life into crafting rich, magical worlds where courage and heart defy the odds.
Service, family, and courage
My years in the Air Force taught me the enduring value of loyalty, sacrifice, and the deep resilience people discover when life tests them. Raising five children taught me just as much about empathy, individuality, and how people truly connect. While The Weave springs from pure imagination, every trial, bond, and glimmer of humor carries the emotional truth of a life lived through both hardship and joy.
Imagining without pictures
A unique facet of my creative process is having complete aphantasia, which means I cannot visualize images in my mind. Writing fantasy filled with wondrous lands and mysterious beings comes not from pictures, but through language, intricate concepts, and resonant emotion. Fueled by a devoted Diet Coke habit since 1994, I love giving life to strong-willed characters who often decide to chart their own course across the page.
A world where anyone can make a difference
My four-book series begins with Ask Its Name, introducing Eri and a realm fraught with secrets and fractures beyond the rift. Real bravery is not about being fearless; it is about standing firm when facing the unknown. I invite readers to step into Eri's journey, explore unseen dangers, and find reflections of their own inner strength in these characters.
"Courage does not mean being fearless, and even the most unlikely person can make an enduring difference in the world."
Donna Stevens, author of The Weave