Amber Smith

Amber Smith is an American author best known for her powerful young adult novels exploring trauma, healing, and resilience. Her debut novel, "The Way I Used to Be," garnered critical acclaim for its unflinching portrayal of a teenage girl's journey following sexual assault. The book became a New York Times bestseller and resonated deeply with readers worldwide. Smith continued Eden's story in "The Way I Am Now," offering hope and the possibility of recovery. Drawing from her own experiences, Smith writes with raw honesty and compassion, creating stories that validate survivors and spark important conversations about consent, mental health, and finding one's voice.