Scott Westerfeld
Scott Westerfeld is an American YA science fiction and fantasy author whose Uglies series presented a dystopian future centered on enforced aesthetic conformity. His Leviathan trilogy is an inventive steampunk alternate history of World War One. He is one of the most inventive and thoughtful writers working in YA science fiction.
Works
- UgliesDystopian young adult novel about mandated cosmetic surgery and beauty standards
- PrettiesSequel exploring the dark consequences of enforced physical transformation and conformity
- SpecialsThird installment following enhanced adolescents navigating power and rebellion
- LeviathanAlternate history steampunk novel featuring biological airships and warring nations
- BehemothSteampunk sequel continues the military conflict and aeronautical warfare saga
- The Last DaysViral zombie apocalypse told through fragmented perspectives of infected survivors