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Garth Nix Books

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Garth Nix, born on July 19, 1963, in Melbourne, Australia, is a renowned author celebrated for his contributions to children’s and young adult fantasy literature. He grew up in Canberra and pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing at the University of Canberra. Nix’s writing career took off with the publication of his first novel, The Ragwitch, in 1990, but he gained widespread acclaim with his Old Kingdom series, starting with Sabriel in 1995. Over the years, he has published numerous bestselling works, including the Keys to the Kingdom and The Seventh Tower series, selling over five million copies globally. Nix has also worked as a literary agent, editor, and marketing consultant, and he currently resides in Sydney with his family. His engaging storytelling and imaginative worlds have made him a significant figure in contemporary fantasy literature.

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Kacen Callender, born Kheryn Callender on September 19, 1989, in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, is an acclaimed author known for their impactful works in children’s and young adult literature. They gained recognition with their debut novel, Hurricane Child (2018), which won the Stonewall Book Award and the Lambda Literary Award. Callender’s writing often explores themes of identity, race, and belonging, reflecting their own experiences as a Black, queer, and trans individual. They hold a bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing and Japanese from Sarah Lawrence College and an MFA from The New School. In addition to their literary achievements, Callender has been active in community support efforts, notably raising funds for Hurricane Irma relief in 2018. Their notable works include Felix Ever After, King and the Dragonflies, and the Islands of Blood and Storm series. Currently residing in Philadelphia, Callender continues to inspire readers with their diverse storytelling.

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Sir Terry Pratchett, born on April 28, 1948, in Beaconsfield, England, was a prolific English author best known for his Discworld series, a collection of 41 comic fantasy novels published between 1983 and 2015. Pratchett displayed a passion for writing early in life, publishing his first story at age thirteen and later working as a journalist. His debut novel, The Carpet People, was released in 1971, but it was the Discworld series that catapulted him to fame, starting with The Colour of Magic. Over his career, he sold over 100 million books worldwide and received numerous accolades, including a knighthood in 2009 for services to literature. Pratchett was also an advocate for Alzheimer’s research after being diagnosed with the disease in 2007. He passed away on March 12, 2015, leaving behind a rich legacy of humor and insight in fantasy literature.

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Ursula Vernon, born on May 28, 1977, is an acclaimed American author and illustrator known for her contributions to children’s literature and fantasy. Growing up in various locations including Oregon and Arizona, she studied anthropology at Macalester College in Minnesota, where she also began taking art classes. Vernon’s notable works include the Dragonbreath series and Hamster Princess, as well as the award-winning graphic novel Digger, which earned her multiple Hugo Awards. She also writes for an older audience under the pseudonym T. Kingfisher, producing acclaimed titles such as A Wizard’s Guide to Defensive Baking and Nettle & Bone.

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