Brandon Mull is a renowned American author, born in the United States on November 8, 1974. He is most famous for his work as a novelist, having written several best-selling series including Fablehaven and Beyonders. Mull's love for fantasy was influenced by notable authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and J.K. Rowling. His educational journey began at Mt. Diablo Elementary School in Clayton, California, and continued at Pine Hollow Middle School and Clayton Valley High School. Mull eventually graduated from Brigham Young University (BYU) in Utah in the year 2000.
While at BYU, Mull was an active member and leader of the sketch comedy group, The Divine Comedy. His creative pursuits were not limited to writing, as he also served as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Chile for two years and worked various jobs such as a comedian, patio installer, file clerk, movie promoter, copywriter, and even a chicken stacker. These diverse experiences have contributed to his rich imagination and storytelling abilities.
Brandon Mull currently resides in a peaceful valley near the mouth of a canyon with his wife and three children. Previously, he lived on the side of a mountain above a prison, but his current location provides a more serene environment for his writing. Mull has a unique history with the Atacama Desert of Northern Chile, where he learned Spanish and juggling. He is also a winner of a pudding-eating contest in the park behind his grandma's house, an accomplishment that earned him a gold medal. As the author of the New York Times bestselling Fablehaven series and The Candy Shop War, Mull continues to captivate audiences with his imaginative storytelling.