David Levithan, born on September 7, 1972, is an acclaimed American author known for his contributions to young adult fiction, particularly for his work featuring strong male gay characters. Levithan's literary prowess has been recognized with numerous awards, most notably through six of his books winning or being finalists for the Lambda Literary Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature.

He embarked on his writing career with the publication of Boy Meets Boy in 2003, which has since become a landmark in YA literature. Beyond his illustrious career as an author, Levithan is the founding editor of PUSH, a Young Adult imprint of Scholastic Press dedicated to discovering new voices in teen literature. His editorial work has contributed significantly to the field, bringing to light authors like Suzanne Collins, Maggie Stiefvater, and many others.

Levithan's commitment to writing stories that challenge conventional narratives about gay teens in literature has earned him a distinguished place among modern American authors. His bibliography includes titles such as Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List, Will Grayson, Will Grayson (a collaboration with John Green), and Every Day, each exploring unique aspects of love, identity, and social norms.