Melissa Albert is an acclaimed American author renowned for her contributions to young adult fiction. She is best known for the Hazel Wood series and Our Crooked Hearts. Prior to her success as an author, she was a bookseller and founded the Barnes & Noble Teen Blog. Her works have received significant recognition, being translated into more than twenty languages and making it onto the New York Times’ list of Notable Children’s Books.

Albert's writing is characterized by its exploration of the fantastical, often blending genres to create unique and immersive experiences for her readers. She resides in Brooklyn with her family, where she indulges in swimming pool tourism and enjoys genre mashups. Despite her busy schedule, Albert remains accessible to her fans, engaging actively on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram.