Maggie Tokuda-Hall is a respected author in the children's and young adult literature genre. She has a Master of Fine Arts in Writing from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor of Arts in Studio from Scripps College. Tokuda-Hall's writing is known for its creativity and depth, making her a popular choice among young readers.
Tokuda-Hall's work includes "Also an Octopus," illustrated by Benji Davies, and "The Mermaid, The Witch, and The Sea," her first novel. She has also published several short stories for adults in various online and print publications such as Catapult Magazine, The Rumpus, Joyland Magazine, and Columbia Journal for Literature and the Arts. Her writing is often themed around fear, loathing, and other strong emotions, which resonates with her readers.
In addition to her writing, Tokuda-Hall is also a mother and wife, and she currently resides in Oakland, California, with her husband, children, and an objectively perfect dog. Her personal experiences and relationships often influence her writing, giving her work a unique and authentic perspective. Tokuda-Hall's contributions to children's and young adult literature have earned her a place as a respected and beloved author in the genre.