Heather Anastasiu is a successful American author, best known for her Young Adult novels. Her unique last name, Anastasiu, is often misperceived as being spelled incorrectly or mistaken for the name Anastasia. However, the name is of Romanian origin and has a rich history behind it. Anastasiu's writing primarily focuses on the young adult genre, and she has received critical acclaim for her work.\n \nAnastasiu was born and raised in Texas but recently relocated to Minneapolis with her family. She spends most of her days exploring the new city, writing at a café, or contemplating getting a new tattoo. Her writing style is engaging and captivating, making her novels popular among young readers.
Anastasiu is the author of the young adult Glitch Trilogy, published by St. Martin's Press, and the upcoming novel, Girl Last Seen, which will be released by Albert Whitman & Co in Spring 2016. Her work has received widespread praise from critics and readers alike. Publishers Weekly described her debut novel, Glitch, as "a taut and twisty novel," while Booklist called it "an instantly involving page-turner." Andrea Cremer, the New York Times bestselling author of the Nightshade series, praised Glitch as "a taut, irresistible novel, (that) delivers a pitch-perfect blend of action, romance, and twists that take your breath away." Anastasiu's ability to weave compelling narratives has earned her a devoted fan base and critical acclaim.