Elena De Yta (Arequipa) holds a degree in Literature and Linguistics and a Master's degree in Creative Writing from the National University of San Marcos. She is a notable figure in children's literature, with works such as Jaco y el miedo (2021), ¿Dónde está Kalateca? (2025) and Un gran lío en la pampa (2026). In addition to her award-winning literary work, she extends her teaching practice through storytelling on her YouTube channel, Había una vez: cuentacuentos con Elena.
