Suzanne Collins is a critically acclaimed author best known for her popular young adult series, The Hunger Games. Born in Hartford, Connecticut in 1962, Collins has been writing professionally since the early 1990s, working on popular children's television shows like Oswald, Little Bear, and Clifford's Puppy Days.

In 2003, Collins published her first novel, Gregor the Overlander, which was the first in a series of five books. While the series was popular, it was Collins' next work that catapulted her to international fame.

The Hunger Games, published in 2008, became a worldwide sensation and spawned a massively successful film franchise. The series, set in a dystopian world where young people compete in a deadly game, tackled themes of rebellion, oppression, and trauma in a way that captivated audiences of all ages.

Beyond her work as an author, Collins is also an accomplished screenwriter and producer, working on several Hollywood films including the Hunger Games movies, The Underland Chronicles, and the upcoming film adaptations of her picture book Year of the Jungle.

Throughout her career, Collins' work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the prestigious New York Times Notable Book of the Year award and the California Young Reader Medal.

In addition to her impressive creative accomplishments, Collins is also a devoted philanthropist, supporting organizations like the World Wildlife Fund and the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

With her impeccable storytelling skills and her unwavering commitment to social causes, Suzanne Collins has become a beloved and influential figure in the world of literature and beyond.