Kiera Cass is an American writer known for her work in young-adult speculative fiction. She is best known for The Selection series. Born on May 19, 1981, Cass grew up in South Carolina. She is a graduate of Radford University with a B.S. in History. Currently, she resides in the LA area with her family, which includes her husband, son, daughter, and their dog.

Her interests include boybands, gluten-free cake, and collecting tiaras. Her works have achieved great success, earning her a #1 spot on the New York Times Bestseller list.