Alexandra Ivy is an American novelist, best known for her contemporary paranormal series, Guardians of Eternity, which has become a New York Times Best Seller. Under the pseudonym Deborah Raleigh, she also writes regency historicals. Her work in the romance genre has been highly acclaimed, with noted works such as When Darkness Comes and Embrace the Darkness receiving Romantic Times magazine 'Top Pick' nominations.

Her love for books began at a young age, spurred by her mother's readings of Dr. Seuss. This passion grew as she spent her summers engrossed in Nancy Drew mysteries at her local library. Over the years, she developed a diverse love for literature, including works by Victoria Holt, Jane Austen, Agatha Christie, and J.R.R. Tolkien.