Laini Taylor is an American author of young adult fantasy novels. She is best known for her Daughter of Smoke & Bone trilogy, which has been translated into over 30 languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide. Taylor has also written the Dreamdark series, the Strange the Dreamer duology, and the National Book Award-nominated novel Lips Touch: Three Times. Her writing is known for its lyrical prose, vivid imagery, and complex characters. Taylor has been praised for her ability to create unique and imaginative worlds, and her work has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times and Entertainment Weekly.