Ransom Riggs, born in 1979, is an American author and filmmaker recognized for his novel 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.' He spent his early years on a historic farm in Maryland before moving to Florida, where he attended a school for gifted students. Riggs pursued his education by studying English literature at Kenyon College and later film at the University of Southern California.

His career began with work on online short films and blogging, which led to a commission for 'The Sherlock Holmes Handbook.' Riggs's breakthrough came when he approached Quirk Books with a collection of vintage photographs. An editor suggested he weave a narrative around these images, resulting in 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.' This book achieved bestseller status and was later adapted into a film. He has since published several sequels and companion books in the Miss Peregrine series, as well as other works inspired by historical photographs.

Ransom Riggs's literary journey is notably intertwined with his fascination for the past, particularly through vintage photography. His initial foray into writing included online short films and contributing to Mental Floss, which paved the way for a non-fiction work, 'The Sherlock Holmes Handbook.' However, it was his personal collection of curious, old photographs that sparked his most famous creation. Approaching Quirk Books with these images, Riggs was encouraged to develop a narrative around them. This collaborative process birthed 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children,' a novel that masterfully blends found imagery with a compelling story, resonating with a wide audience and achieving significant commercial success, including an adaptation into a feature film.

Following the immense success of 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children,' Ransom Riggs continued to expand upon the world and characters he introduced. He released a series of sequels, including 'Hollow City,' 'Library of Souls,' 'A Map of Days,' 'The Conference of the Birds,' and 'The Desolations of Devil's Acre,' solidifying the 'Miss Peregrine' series as a significant literary franchise. Beyond the main narrative, Riggs also delved into the lore of his peculiar world with 'Tales of the Peculiar,' a collection of short stories, and 'Miss Peregrine's Museum of Wonders,' a guide for new arrivals. He also explored graphic novel adaptations of his work with Cassandra Jean, further diversifying the presentation of his unique universe.