Katie Zhao graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in English and a minor in Political Science and completed her Master's in Accounting at the same school. As a sophomore, a story she posted on the online platform Wattpad won a Watty Award and was read by nearly one million people. This is her debut novel. Originally from Michigan, she now lives in Brooklyn, NY.
Genres: Children's Fiction, Young Adult Fiction
New and upcoming books
Series
Winnie Zeng
1. Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend (2022)
2. Winnie Zeng Vanquishes a King (2023)
3. Winnie Zeng Shatters the Universe (2024)
1. Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend (2022)
2. Winnie Zeng Vanquishes a King (2023)
3. Winnie Zeng Shatters the Universe (2024)
Katie Zhao recommends
The Girl With No Reflection (2024)
Keshe Chow
"The Girl with No Reflectionis everything I love about YA fantasy. Keshe Chow's debut novel is driven by compelling lore and clever prophecies, not to mention plot twists that keep the reader on their toes - and a romance story fiery enough to break and then mend the world. I absolutely could not put this book down!"
It's Only a Game (2024)
Kelsea Yu
"A twisty high-stakes mystery where an online game turns deadly, IT'S ONLY A GAME expertly reveals secrets that blur the line between the game and reality to rivet the reader from start to finish. A fabulous new addition to the young adult thriller canon!"
Pangu's Shadow (2024)
Karen Bao
"Full of humanity and heart, Pangu's Shadow will rivet readers with an out-of-this-world murder mystery and capture their hearts with an enthralling rivals-to-lovers romance. A unique, timely, and iconic addition to the young adult mystery canon!"
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