Anna Renee Todd, born March 20, 1989, is an acclaimed American author, film producer, and screenwriter. She emerged as a literary sensation with her book series After, initially published on the social storytelling platform Wattpad. The series subsequently saw its print edition released by Gallery Books and has enjoyed translations into several languages, garnering global recognition.
In 2018, Todd expanded her creative portfolio by launching her own production company, Frayed Pages. By 2021, she further solidified her presence in the literary world through a partnership with Wattpad to announce her own imprint.
Todd's career trajectory is also marked by her contributions as a writer, producer, and screenwriter in the film adaptations of the After series and After We Collided. In 2017, she founded the entertainment company Frayed Pages Media, dedicated to producing innovative and creative work across film, television, and publishing sectors.
An ardent reader, Todd's literary journey began with writing stories on her phone, leading After to become Wattpad’s most-read series with over two billion reads. Her work includes the New York Times best-selling Brightest Stars trilogy and the After series, which has been released in 35 languages, sold more than twelve million copies worldwide, and topped best-seller lists in several countries.
Born in Dayton, Ohio, Todd has lived a diverse life, moving to Fort Hood, Texas, where she worked at Waffle House and Ulta Beauty. She now resides in Austin with her husband, whom she married at eighteen. During his three deployments in Iraq, she undertook various jobs, highlighting her resilience and versatility. Todd's life story is a testament to her creativity, determination, and undeniable impact on the literary and entertainment industries.