Christopher Paolini is well - known for 'Eragon'. His work was notable as he started writing it at a young age. Cassandra Clare, with her 'The Mortal Instruments' series, has a large following. She weaves together elements of the supernatural and real - world settings. Sarah J. Maas is also popular, especially for her 'Throne of Glass' series, which features strong female characters and intricate plotlines.
J. K. Rowling, though best known for the 'Harry Potter' series which is more of a traditional fantasy, has also had an impact on the young adult sci fi fantasy genre. Her world - building skills are highly regarded. Another is Leigh Bardugo, who wrote 'Shadow and Bone'. She creates complex characters and unique magic systems in her novels. Also, Pierce Brown, author of 'Red Rising', is known for his gritty and thought - provoking stories.
Suzanne Collins is a well - known author in this genre. She wrote 'The Hunger Games' trilogy. Veronica Roth is famous for 'Divergent'. James Dashner wrote 'The Maze Runner' series. These authors have created immersive worlds and engaging characters that have attracted a large young adult audience.
Zen Cho is an author who had a 2020 sci - fi novel 'The Order of the Pure Moon Reflected in Water'. She is known for her unique blend of different cultural elements in her stories. Simon Jimenez, the author of 'The Vanished Birds' in 2020, created a very immersive and emotional sci - fi story. Kim Fu, with 'Lesser Known Monsters of the 21st Century', also made her mark in the 2020 sci - fi scene with her exploration of human nature.
Ransom Riggs is well - known for 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children'. Neil Gaiman, who wrote 'The Graveyard Book', is also famous in this area. Stephen King, though his works span multiple genres, has written 'Carrie' which is a significant young adult horror novel.
Rachel Hartman is a notable author in this genre. Her 'Seraphina' and its sequel are known for their complex characters and exploration of the relationship between dragons and humans.
Suzanne Collins is well - known for 'The Hunger Games' series. Veronica Roth, who wrote 'Divergent'. Karen M. McManus is famous for 'One of Us Is Lying'.
Carrie Ryan is a well - known author in this genre. She wrote 'The Forest of Hands and Teeth', which is quite popular among young adult readers interested in zombie stories. Jonathan Maberry is also famous for his 'Rot & Ruin' series. His writing often features intense action and detailed world - building in a zombie - filled world. Isaac Marion is recognized for 'Warm Bodies', which has a really unique take on zombies as it shows one regaining humanity.
Rick Yancey is quite renowned for 'The Monstrumologist' series. Neal Shusterman, who wrote 'Unwind', is also well - known. Madeleine Roux with 'Asylum' is another notable author in the horror young adult novel category.
Will Kostakis is a well - known author of Australian young adult novels. His work, like 'The First Third', often deals with family relationships and self - discovery. Additionally, there's Jaclyn Moriarty who has written some engaging young adult novels set in Australia. Her books are known for their unique storytelling and relatable characters.
Maureen Johnson is a well - known author. Her 'Truly Devious' series is quite popular among young adults. Lemony Snicket, who wrote 'A Series of Unfortunate Events', is also very famous. His books are full of mystery and dark humor.
J.K. Rowling is very well - known. She created the 'Harry Potter' series which has become a global phenomenon. Rick Riordan is also famous for his 'Percy Jackson' books. Suzanne Collins is known for 'The Hunger Games'.
Adam Silvera is also a well - known author in the young adult fiction space in 2019. His works often deal with themes like love, loss, and identity in a way that really resonates with young adult readers.