Shadow Unit Series with Emma Bull, Elizabeth Bear, Will Shetterly, Steven Brust, Sarah Monette, Amanda Downum, Leah Bobet, Chelsea Polk, C.L. Polk

Holly Black is an American fantasy author known for her bestselling young adult novels. Born in West Long Branch, New Jersey, Black studied English at The College of New Jersey and received an M.F.A. in Cinema from New York University. Her most notable works include the "Modern Faerie Tales" series ("Tithe," "Valiant," and "Ironside") and the "Spiderwick Chronicles" co-authored with Tony DiTerlizzi. Black's books have won numerous awards, including the Newbery Medal and the Eisner Award. Black's writing is praised for its imaginative world-building, complex characters, and exploration of themes such as identity, power, and destiny. She has been hailed as one of the leading voices in contemporary fantasy literature, reaching critical and commercial success with her captivating and imaginative storytelling.