Kristen Simmons

Kristen Simmons is the critically-acclaimed young adult author of over twenty novels, including the dystopian Article 5 trilogy, The Deceivers boarding-school thriller series, and speculative fiction stand-alones, PACIFICA, METALTOWN, and THE GLASS ARROW. She has co-written the magic-wielding, gladiator fantasies, SET FIRE THE GODS and RISE UP FROM THE EMBERS, and created the yōkai horror Death Games duology. She is also the author of spicy adult thrillers, including The Masseuse Series and The Talent Trilogy.

Her work has received star reviews, librarian recognitions, and been short-listed for the Edgar, Anthony, and Bram Stoker Awards for horror and mystery. Several of her titles are included in junior high and high school reading curricula, and are used in reluctant reader programs nationwide.

Kristen’s writing is inspired by her work with trauma survivors as a mental health therapist. She currently lives with her husband and son in Cincinnati, Ohio, where she spins stories, herds a small pack of semi-wild dogs, and teaches Jazzercise.

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