About the Author — The Mika King (Michael Spehner Ortiz)
The Mika King, whose real name is Michael Spehner Ortiz, is a world-renowned French-Spanish artist. His prolific career spans an impressive array of artistic disciplines, establishing him as an influential and multifaceted figure in the contemporary art world.
Prolific Author and Writer
With over 68 published books, The Mika King has left an indelible mark on modern literature. His ability to transform pain, love, and reflection into poetry has moved thousands of readers around the world. Each of his works is an emotional journey that blends beauty with melancholy, philosophy with soul.

Seventeen of his books have reached the top of Amazon's bestseller lists, notably ranking #2 in English-language poetry worldwide and #34 in urban art, among many other achievements. His poetic voice resonates with those who seek authenticity, emotion, and truth in words.

Visual and Urban Artist
Winner of over 48 awards in painting, illustration, and urban art, The Mika King has transformed the Spanish street art scene with his unique, emotional, and symbolic style. His murals and works combine the spiritual with the urban, giving life to spaces that speak of love, loss, and human resilience.
Musician and Visionary Producer
In the music world, The Mika King is a beatmaker, MC, and producer with over 160 self-released albums. His talent for creating sounds that fuse emotion, rhythm, and poetry has made him a leading figure in international independent music. As a YouTuber and audiovisual creator, he shares his creative process and artistic vision with thousands of followers worldwide.
Filmmaker and Visual Storyteller
Passionate about filmmaking, The Mika King has studied directing, screenwriting, and film editing, exploring the visual language of emotions and human fragility in each project. He has written and directed three independent feature films, reaffirming his status as a complete artist.

His life and work reflect a single philosophy:

“Art is not a choice, it is the only way to survive what life does to the soul.”