Tamara Ireland Stone is an American author and entrepreneur. She is best known for her young adult novels, which have been translated into multiple languages and sold in over 20 countries. She is also the founder of the non-profit organization, Every Word Counts, which works to promote literacy and education. Stone is passionate about inspiring young people to reach their potential and has been featured in numerous publications, including Forbes, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. She is a sought-after speaker and has been invited to speak at conferences and universities around the world. Stone is a graduate of Stanford University and lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and two children.