“I can't seem to help writing love stories. I definitely crave romance. When I was young, I craved romance in books, but I didn't want to read just romance - love plays such a big part in our lives, it shouldn't be cut out and restricted to its own fiction.”

American novelist and short story writer, Rainbow Rowell is best known for her young adult fiction, particularly *Fangirl* and *Eleanor & Park*, which explore identity, fandom, and the complexities of young love. Her work blends humor and heartache, often centering on outsiders finding their place in the world.