Dhonielle Clayton is an award-winning author, librarian, and literacy advocate. She is the co-author of the New York Times bestselling novel The Belles, as well as the author of the Tiny Pretty Things series. She is also the co-founder of CAKE Literary, a boutique literary development company that works with authors to bring their stories to life. Dhonielle is passionate about creating stories that celebrate diversity and empower young readers. She is a frequent speaker at conferences and events, and her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Guardian. Dhonielle is committed to making literature more accessible and inclusive for all.