Dhonielle Clayton

Dhonielle Clayton is a New York Times bestselling author of middle-grade and young adult fiction, celebrated for her imaginative fantasy series like The Belles and The Marvellers, which features the title The Deadly Fates. She is also known for her collaborative contemporary works such as Blackout and The Rumor Game, as well as her contributions to anthologies like Vampires Never Get Old. Beyond her writing, Clayton is a former librarian and a passionate advocate for representation in publishing, serving as a key leader for the non-profit We Need Diverse Books.