Suzanne Collins

Suzanne Collins began her career in 1991 writing for children's television, contributing to Nickelodeon classics like Clarissa Explains It All and The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo. Her storytelling talent extended to preschool favorites such as Little Bear and Oswald, and she co-wrote the acclaimed Rankin/Bass Christmas special Santa, Baby! Her work on Clifford’s Puppy Days and Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! solidified her reputation in children's media.

Collins transitioned to children's books with remarkable success. Her debut series, The Underland Chronicles, captivated readers and became a New York Times bestseller. However, it was The Hunger Games trilogy that propelled her to international fame, with the series spending over six years on The New York Times bestseller list and being translated into 52 languages. The film adaptations of The Hunger Games series broke box office records worldwide, further cementing her status as a literary powerhouse.