TAMORA PIERCE is the #1Ā New York TimesĀ bestselling author of over eighteen novels set in the fantasy realm of Tortall. She first captured the imagination of readers with her debut novel,Ā Alanna: The First Adventure.Ā Since then, her bestselling and award-winning titles have pushed the boundaries of fantasy and young adult novels to introduce readers to a rich world populated by strong, believable heroines. Her books have been translated into many languages, and some are available on audio from Listening Library and Full Cast Audio. In 2013, she won the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her āsignificant and lasting contribution to young adult literature.ā Pierce lives in Syracuse, New York, with her husband, Tim, and their cats, birds, and occasional rescued wildlife. Visit her at TamoraPierce.com and follow her on Twitter at @TamoraPierce.
Ariadne MeyersĀ starred as āEmma McArdleā on the groundbreaking television seriesĀ Kate & Allie. Her other television credits includeĀ The SecretĀ andĀ Not Our Son. In addition, she has appeared on film inĀ Author! Author!, Dutch, andĀ How to Make an American Quilt. Ms. Meyers narratedĀ The Cookbook CollectorĀ by Allegra Goodman for BOT and has recorded numerous titles for Listening Library, including the Trixie Beldon series by Julie Campbell.