Keeper of the Lost Cities

Shannon Messenger is a New York Times bestselling author known for her Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Born in California in 1980, she developed a passion for writing at a young age. After graduating from Chapman University with a degree in English, she worked in various fields before pursuing writing full-time. Messenger's debut novel, "Keeper of the Lost Cities," was published in 2012 and became an instant hit, launching a popular series that has sold over 10 million copies worldwide. The series follows the adventures of Sophie Foster, a young telepath who discovers her true identity as an elf and must navigate the complexities of two different worlds. Her notable works include "Neverseen," "Lodestar," "Nightfall," "Flashback," "Legacy," "Exile," and "Unlocked." Messenger has received numerous awards for her writing, including the California Book Award Silver Medal and the International Reading Association Children's Book Award. Her books have been praised for their engaging storytelling, strong characters, and exploration of themes such as friendship, identity, and the search for belonging.