Kaden Ptasznik

Kaden Ptasznik is an author with a lifelong passion for storytelling.

Growing up in Kansas, Kaden's love for reading was sparked by a simple rule from his mother: for every hour spent playing video games, he had to read for an hour. This led him to devour books and eventually create his own stories. His journey into storytelling expanded into filmmaking, where he wrote scripts and produced short films. However, his desire to tell a story that transcended budget limitations led him back to his first love — writing.

Living in a small Kansas town with his wife, Madison, Kaden is deeply connected to his local community and draws inspiration from the places he’s traveled across the U.S. With "Somewhere, Anywhere," he aims to shine a light on the often-overlooked beauty of Kansas while exploring themes of friendship, loss, and self-discovery. When he's not writing, Kaden enjoys spending time with his family, exploring new destinations, and contributing to the creative fabric of his hometown.