Sarah Zettel

Sarah Zettel is an acclaimed American author, well-known for her works in the science fiction, fantasy, and mystery genres. She has written numerous novels, including the Isavalta series, Camelot series, American Fairy Trilogy, and Palace of Spies series. Sarah was born in California and has lived in various cities across four states and two countries. Currently, she resides in Michigan with her husband and son.

Zettel's writing career took off in 1988 with her debut novel, Reclamation, which won the Locus Award for Best First Novel. This success was followed by another notable book in 1997, and one of her initial novels was recognized as one of the Best Young Adult Books in 1999. In 2009, she won the Philip K. Dick Award for best science fiction paperback for her novel Bitter Angels. Her latest novel, Dust Girl, has been praised by Kirkus Reviews and the American Library Association as one of the best young adult books of the year.

In addition to her successful career, Sarah Zettel is a dedicated individual who balances her time between writing and family. She lives in Michigan with her husband, son, and a cat named Buffy, the Vermin Slayer. Her life is a testament to her passion for storytelling and her ability to maintain a successful career in the competitive world of fiction writing.