“With my adult books, for the first six weeks or so, it's about 60 percent ebooks in terms of sales. The kids' books, it's like 5 percent. Which means that the parents, the ones that aren't going into stores now, they're no longer buying books for their kids, which is not great.”

American author and entrepreneur, best known for his fast-paced thrillers and children’s books. His work spans genres like *Alex Cross* mysteries and *Private* series, blending suspense with accessible storytelling. He also champions literacy through initiatives like the James Patterson Books for Kids program.