Neal Shusterman is an American author of young adult fiction. He is best known for his award-winning books, including the Unwind Dystology, the Skinjacker Trilogy, and the Arc of a Scythe series. Shusterman has also written several screenplays for television and film, including the Disney Channel Original Movie, Pixel Perfect. He is a four-time National Book Award Finalist and has won numerous awards, including the Margaret A. Edwards Award, the California Young Reader Medal, and the Florida Sunshine State Young Reader Award. Shusterman is passionate about inspiring young readers to think critically and explore their own creativity. He is an advocate for literacy and has been a keynote speaker at many conferences and events.