Description: (Writer)
Tamora Pierce is an American writer renowned for her fantasy fiction for teenagers, particularly stories centered around young heroines. She gained popularity with her first book series, The Song of the Lioness, which follows the journey of the main character Alanna as she trains to become a knight. Pierce received the prestigious Margaret A. Edwards Award in 2013 for her notable contributions to young adult literature through works like Song of the Lioness and Protector of the Small. Her books have been translated into twenty languages, reflecting her global impact in the literary world.