Peter V. Brett is an internationally bestselling author known for his work in the fantasy genre. Born on February 8, 1973, he is acclaimed for the Demon Cycle series, which has sold over four million copies and has been translated into twenty-seven languages. The series began with The Painted Man in the UK and The Warded Man in the US. Other notable works include The Desert Spear, The Daylight War, The Skull Throne, and The Core. He has also contributed to the graphic novel Red Sonja: Unchained and penned several novellas such as The Great Bazaar, Brayan's Gold, Messenger's Legacy, and Barren. His latest series, The Nightfall Saga, commenced with The Desert Prince in August 2021, with its sequel The Hidden Queen expected in early 2024.

Peter resides in Brooklyn and continues to captivate audiences with his imaginative storytelling.