“'The Sword of Shannara' is about two brothers who find themselves on an epic quest to save humanity. It borrows from 'Lord of the Rings' but is still original in its own right. I read it in three days, then reread it, then went out and found every single book Terry Brooks ever wrote, and read all those.”

American young adult novelist

Sabaa Tahir is an American young adult novelist. She is best known for the New York Times-bestselling "An Ember in the Ashes," its sequels, and the novel "All My Rage". Her work has reached a wide audience through fantasy and contemporary fiction for young readers. She is especially known for stories that center on high stakes, conflict, and strong emotional pressure, as shown in her best-known books.