Rae Carson

Rae Carson is a highly acclaimed American author, best known for her Young Adult (YA) fantasy and historical fiction novels. She has established herself as a New York Times bestselling author, with her works garnering significant critical acclaim and a devoted readership. Carson's passion for storytelling can be traced back to her earliest childhood memories, as she developed an enthusiasm for creating and sharing stories long before embarking on her professional journey.

After graduating from university, Carson explored various industries and pursued a career in social sciences. However, her childhood dream of becoming an author never wavered, and she eventually returned to her creative roots. The Girl of Fire and Thorns serves as her debut novel, which marked the beginning of her successful writing career. Carson's works are characterized by their thrilling adventures, magical elements, and strong female protagonists who consistently make thoughtful and intelligent decisions.

Rae Carson was born in California in 1973 and currently resides in Arizona, where she shares her home with her husband, who is also a writer, and their two pet kittens. Carson's husband, CC Finlay, is a Science Fiction enthusiast, which contrasts with Carson's preference for fantasy and historical fiction. In addition to her work under the name Rae Carson, she has also published novels under the pen name Rae Carson Finlay.

In her own words, Carson "writes books about teens who must do brave things" and is particularly drawn to exploring questions to which she doesn't yet know the answers. This curiosity and dedication to her craft have resulted in numerous accolades, including multiple appearances on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists, as well as the receipt of several prestigious awards for her contributions to the fantasy and science fiction genres.