Suzanne Collins

Suzanne Collins is an American author best known for her bestselling young adult series, "The Hunger Games." Born in 1962, Collins initially worked in television before turning to writing. The Hunger Games trilogy, set in a dystopian future, explores themes of survival, sacrifice, and societal inequality through the story of Katniss Everdeen, a girl forced to compete in a deadly televised competition. The series has garnered significant acclaim and has been adapted into successful films, making Collins a prominent figure in contemporary literature and popular culture, particularly in discussions about youth empowerment and activism.