Sarah J. Maas is an American author of fantasy novels. She is best known for her New York Times bestselling series Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City. Maas has also written several short stories and novellas, as well as a graphic novel. Maas was born in New York City and grew up in Pennsylvania. She attended Hamilton College, where she studied creative writing and religion. After college, she worked as a book publicist and freelance editor. Maas' writing style is characterized by strong female protagonists, complex relationships, and intricate world-building. Her books often feature themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the power of friendship and family. Maas has been praised for her ability to create vivid and immersive worlds, as well as her skillful use of language. Maas has won numerous awards for her work, including the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Young Adult Fantasy & Science Fiction and the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. She has also been nominated for the Hugo Award and the World Fantasy Award. Maas is an active member of the writing community, and is a frequent guest at conventions and book festivals. She is also a passionate advocate for diversity in literature, and has spoken out about the need for more representation of people of color in fantasy and science fiction.