Christopher James Paolini is an acclaimed American author and screenwriter, globally recognized for his creation of The Inheritance Cycle. This notable series includes the books Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, and Inheritance, alongside the supplementary short story collection The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm. Venturing into the realm of science fiction, Paolini introduced To Sleep in a Sea of Stars on September 15, 2020, marking his first novel in this genre. Born on November 17, 1983, in Southern California, Paolini has spent a considerable portion of his life in Paradise Valley, Montana, where he penned his debut novel, Eragon, at the young age of nineteen. This initial venture quickly catapulted him into literary fame, with the Inheritance Cycle selling nearly 40 million copies worldwide.

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