Mona Kasten is a German author of contemporary romance fiction. She is best known for the Again series and for her recent novel Gentle Heart (2025), a story set in the world of the fictional band Scarlet Luck. Her books focus on emotional growth, personal recovery, and romantic relationships shaped by difficult pasts.
Born in 1992, Mona Kasten studied library and information management before turning to writing full-time.
Kasten writes about people facing personal challenges who outgrow their past and fall in love. She has built a loyal readership through emotionally honest stories and recurring themes of healing and trust. Her work includes both standalone novels and series, often exploring the music world and the lives of young adults in transition.
In her 2025 novel, Gentle Heart, pop star Ashley Cruz tries to rebuild her life and career after a painful breakup and public scandal. When she meets Logan Buckley, the guitarist from the band Scarlet Luck, their friendship turns into something more profound. 'I was her secret. She was mine. And that’s how it would stay,' Kasten writes in the book.
Mona Kasten lives in Hamburg with her family, her cats, and an extensive collection of books. “I love caffeine in any form, long walks in the woods, and days when I can only write,” she said. These habits often support her writing routine and creative process.
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