Jonathan Auxier is a New York Times Bestselling author known for his strange stories aimed at young readers. His work often combines elements of fantasy, history, and a touch of spookiness, making them ideal for "strange children".

One of his most notable works, The Night Gardener, earned acclaim as a Junior Library Guild selection and an ABA IndieNext pick, and received the TD Book Prize and the ILA Book Award.

His historical fantasy novel, Sweep, was also highly praised, garnering six starred reviews and winning several awards, including the Governor General’s Award, the Charlotte Huck Award, and the Sydney Taylor Award.

Auxier's recent work, The War of the Maps, concludes the beloved Vanished Kingdom series.

Jonathan Auxier currently resides in Pittsburgh with his family and their endearing pet umbrella.