Saundra Mitchell is an American author and editor celebrated for her contributions to young adult literature. She is best known as the editor of the groundbreaking LGBTQ+ anthologies "All Out," "All Out: The No-Longer-Secret Stories of Queer Teens Throughout the Ages," and "Out Now: Queer We Go Again!" These collections feature diverse voices exploring queer experiences across different time periods and settings. Mitchell's editorial work has been praised for providing much-needed representation in YA fiction. Beyond editing, she has authored several novels and is a passionate advocate for inclusive storytelling that centers marginalized voices in literature.