April Genevieve Tucholke is a bestselling author, known for her young adult and crossover fiction that combines atmospheric settings with complex psychologies and sumptuous descriptions. Her novels, which have received multiple starred reviews and been published in over thirteen countries, include the "Between" series, consisting of "Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea" and "Between the Spark and the Burn," as well as standalone books like "Wink Poppy Midnight."
Tucholke's upbringing on a remote farm in the Midwest inspired her love for reading and writing. As a child, she would stay up late at night, engrossed in novels while her family slept. This early exposure to literature shaped her writing style and led to her successful career as an author. In addition to her novels, Tucholke has also edited the horror anthology "Slasher Girls & Monster Boys."
The Boneless Mercies, a reimagining of the Beowulf legend, marks Tucholke's first foray into fantasy and showcases her versatility as a writer. She has published books in sixteen countries and has received ten starred reviews. Her works have been selected for the Junior Library Guild, Kids' Indie Next picks, and YALSA Teens Top Ten.
Beyond her writing, Tucholke is passionate about exploring abandoned houses, walking in the woods, and studying poison. She has lived all over the United States and in Edinburgh, Scotland, for two years, where she spent much of her time walking the countryside and taking in the beauty of ruined castles. Currently, Tucholke resides in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and two dogs, enjoying the local wine country. She loves coffee, forests, and Gothic cities, incorporating these elements into her writing to create rich, immersive worlds for her readers.