Ruta Sepetys
Ruta Sepetys is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and Carnegie Medal winner, born and raised in Michigan.
The daughter of a refugee, she is deeply drawn to underrepresented historical stories, particularly those highlighting strength amid struggle.
Her award-winning historical novels are celebrated for giving voice to forgotten or silenced individuals throughout history.
Published across more than sixty countries, her works have earned over forty literary prizes.
Rooted in a family of artists, readers, and music lovers, Sepetys brings personal passion and rigorous research to each story she tells.
