C. Taylor-Butler is the author of more than 95 books for children and young adults. A graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), she holds dual degrees in both Civil Engineering and Art  & Design.

Growing up in a household of science fiction fans, she envisioned a story where warriors trying to save the world were the geeks and nerds living in plain sight. But the science nerd couldn’t resist the puzzles, odd world locations and mysteries. She writes the kind of stories she loves to read. On a side note she rehabs a 100+ year old house, ballroom dances (clumsily), and hangs out with her significant other and two cats that inspired Aris in the series.

C. Taylor-Butler is a member of Science Fiction Writers Association (SFWA), the Authors Guild, Society of Midland Authors, the Kansas City Science Fiction and Fantasy Society and a host of other organizations helping to advance the cause of writers everywhere. She’s a proud supporter (and sometimes speaker at) Conquest (Kansas City), Boskone (Boston), Snake River Fandom Con (Pocatello, ID), WorldCon (location varies), and a host of other conferences. She is also a frequent speaker at schools and libraries.