Amy Plum

Born in Portland, Oregon, in 1967, Amy Plum is an American-born author who writes young-adult fiction and is now based in France. Her academic background includes a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in medieval art history. Plum's writing career began with an unpublished manuscript that helped her secure representation, leading to her first published novel, 'Die for Me,' in 2011. This book launched a popular series exploring the mythology of revenants, zombie-like beings, and a romance between a human teenager and one such creature. The series, also known as the Revenants series, achieved international bestseller status and has been translated into numerous languages. Plum has since authored other young-adult series, including 'After the End,' set in a post-apocalyptic Alaska, and the horror duology 'Dreamfall,' which delves into shared nightmares. She currently resides in Paris with her two children.

Amy Plum's debut series, 'Die for Me,' introduced readers to the concept of revenants, supernatural beings akin to zombies who possess the ability to reanimate. The core narrative follows Kate Mercier, a sixteen-year-old American navigating grief in Paris after her parents' death. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with Vincent, a revenant. This series explores themes of life, death, and supernatural romance, establishing Plum as a significant voice in young-adult paranormal fiction. The series' world-building and compelling plot led to its success as an international bestseller and its translation into multiple languages, indicating a broad appeal for its unique take on supernatural lore.

Beyond the 'Die for Me' series, Amy Plum has explored a range of speculative fiction themes. Her 'After the End' series is set in a potentially post-apocalyptic Alaska and features a young protagonist with mystical abilities, dealing with the abduction of her village. This work delves into themes of survival and hidden powers in a desolate landscape. The 'Dreamfall' series ventures into psychological horror, focusing on a failed experiment that plunges test subjects into a shared coma where their nightmares become reality. This duology examines the terrifying intersection of the subconscious and physical life, where death in the dream realm leads to actual death. The series' themes of shared consciousness and the dangers of manipulating the mind have resonated with critics and readers alike.