Kerstin Gier Anthea Bell

Kerstin Gier, born in 1966, is a German author who writes novels for both young adults and adults. Her works have gained international recognition, with several books being translated into English by Anthea Bell. Gier is particularly well-known for her young adult fiction, which includes the popular Gem Trilogy (Rubinrot, Saphirblau, Smaragdgrün), a series centered around the theme of time travel. She also authored the Silver trilogy (Silber. Das erste Buch der Träume, Silber. Das zweite Buch der Träume, Silber. Das dritte Buch der Träume), another popular series for young readers. In addition to these series, Gier has written other standalone young adult books such as 'Jungs sind wie Kaugummi', 'Das Wolkenschloss', and 'Was man bei Licht nicht sehen kann'. Her adult fiction catalog is extensive, featuring titles like 'Männer und andere Katastrophen', 'Die Mütter-Mafia', and 'Auf der anderen Seite ist das Gras viel grüner', among many others published throughout the late 1990s and 2000s.

Kerstin Gier has achieved significant success with her young adult novels. The Gem Trilogy, beginning with 'Rubinrot' (published in the US as 'Ruby Red'), is a notable series that explores themes of time travel. This trilogy was followed by the equally popular Silver trilogy, also aimed at a young adult audience. Gier's contributions to young adult literature extend to other titles like 'Das Wolkenschloss' and 'Was man bei Licht nicht sehen kann', further solidifying her presence in this genre. Many of these popular young adult works have been translated into English, making them accessible to a global readership.

Beyond her acclaimed young adult works, Kerstin Gier has also penned a substantial number of novels for adult readers. Her adult fiction spans various themes and titles, including early works like 'Männer und andere Katastrophen' and 'Die Laufmasche', published in the late 1990s. Later publications in this category include 'Die Mütter-Mafia', 'Die Patin', and a collection of books released in 2007 and 2008 such as 'Ehebrecher und andere Unschuldslämmer' and 'Ein unmoralisches Sonderangebot'. Her adult novels demonstrate a breadth of storytelling that appeals to a mature audience.