Arkady Martine, pseudonym for Dr. AnnaLinden Weller, is an acclaimed American author of science fiction literature. She is recognized for her Teixcalaan series, which includes A Memory Called Empire (2019) and A Desolation Called Peace (2021). Both novels have earned the prestigious Hugo Award for Best Novel.

Martine's expertise as a historian of the Byzantine Empire and her experience as a city planner significantly inform her writing. Her work often explores themes of border politics, narrative and rhetoric, risk communication, and the frontiers of the world. Aside from her literary accomplishments, Martine serves as a policy advisor for the New Mexico Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department, focusing on vital issues such as climate change mitigation, energy grid modernization, and resiliency planning.

Born in New York City, Arkady has lived in various places, including Turkey, Canada, Sweden, and Baltimore, before settling in New Mexico with her wife, author Vivian Shaw. Arkady Martine can be found engaging with her readers online and sharing insights on her writing journey.