Montana Clayton is a writer, award-winning chef, military veteran, and world traveler who currently calls Kathmandu, Nepal, his home. His diverse background has a deep influence on his writing. His debut poetry collection, Whispers in the Dark: A Collection of Poems Inspired by BDSM, explores bold themes and deep emotional experiences, while his screenwriting delves into complex human stories. His first Short Screen Play Faded Light is a semi-finalist at the Cinequest Film Festival 2025. Montana is currently studying Creative Writing with a focus on screenwriting. He lives with his wife, child, and dog, where they embrace life as an ongoing adventure. When he’s not writing, Montana enjoys video games, history, films, and traveling.