Rebecca Roanhorse is a New York Times bestselling and Nebula, Hugo, and Locus Award-winning speculative fiction writer. She has the distinction of receiving the 2018 Astounding Award for Best New Writer. Her body of work includes award-winning short stories and novels such as the renowned The Sixth World Series, Star Wars: Resistance Reborn, and Race to the Sun under the Rick Riordan imprint. Roanhorse has also penned the epic fantasy trilogy Between Earth and Sky, which has garnered critical acclaim.

In addition to her novels, Roanhorse has made contributions to Marvel Comics and has been involved in television projects, including FX's A Murder at the End of the World, and the Marvel series Echo for Disney+. Her creative works have been optioned by leading entertainment companies such as Amazon Studios, Netflix, and AMC Studios.

Roanhorse makes her home in Northern New Mexico with her family and enjoys a daily dose of black coffee. She's known for engaging deeply with her fans and expressing gratitude for their support. Her writing not only entertains but also provides meaningful representation, particularly for Indigenous and non-binary communities.