K.L. Going is an acclaimed author known for her engaging and thought-provoking works of young adult and children's fiction. With a knack for storytelling and a keen understanding of the adolescent experience, her debut novel, "Fat Kid Rules the World," was a Michael L. Printz Honor Book. Going has since penned several other celebrated titles, including "The Liberation of Gabriel King" and "Pieces of Why." Her writing often explores themes of identity, resilience, and self-discovery. A former assistant at a prominent literary agency, she now dedicates her time to writing and offering writing workshops from her home in Glen Spey, New York.