Scott Westerfeld
Scott Westerfeld
Author • Narratorb. 1963-05-05 · From United States- Books
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Scott Westerfeld (born May 5, 1963, in Dallas, Texas) is an American author of young adult and science fiction novels. He graduated from Vassar College with a degree in philosophy in 1985 and worked as a software designer and editor before writing full-time. He is best known for the Uglies series and the Leviathan trilogy.
He is married to fellow author Justine Larbalestier, with whom he co-wrote the novel The Mortons, and he co-wrote the Zeroes trilogy with authors Margo Lanagan and Deborah Biancotti. He divides his time between New York City and Sydney, Australia.
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The core Uglies series should be read as Uglies, Pretties, Specials, and then Extras. There is also a prequel novel, Bogus to Bubbly, and a sequel series, Impostors, which can be read after the main quartet.
The Uglies series has been adapted into a film, which was released in 2024. There have also been discussions and developments regarding adaptations of other works, such as the Leviathan series.
Beyond the Uglies series, Scott Westerfeld is also well-regarded for his Leviathan series, a steampunk alternate history trilogy. He has also written other notable young adult science fiction and fantasy novels.
Scott Westerfeld is known for his solo work and collaborations, but he primarily publishes under his own name. He has co-authored books, such as the Zeroes series, with other writers.