Michal Mahgerefteh is an Israeli-born poet and artist who has been residing in Virginia since 1986. She holds the position of managing editor at Poetica Publishing, where she oversees the Miriam Rachimi Chapbook Poetry Prize and Poetica Magazine. Michal has authored five poetry chapbooks: The Rising Song, In My Bustan, What's Left Behind, Field of Harps, and Sipping Memories. She is currently preparing to release her latest collection, FishMoon, in 2023.

Aside from her literary pursuits, Michal serves as the marketing director for CEO Offices and Prestige Realty Group in Virginia. During her leisure time, she enjoys cycling, traveling, hiking, cooking, attending lectures, and visiting art galleries.