Le Hoang Truc was born and raised in Danang, Vietnam, a 25th generation direct descendant of Emperor Le Loi. Her love of nature and instinctive creativity inspired her to study music and fashion design, in addition to managing several family businesses. Since 1999 Hoang Truc has traveled extensively throughout Asia, the United States, and Europe. Her broad experience with different cultures brings unique depth and open-mindedness to her poetry.