Rick Riordan is an American author best known for the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, which reimagines Greek mythology through the eyes of a contemporary twelve-year-old who discovers he is the son of a Greek god.
Published from 2005, the series became a global phenomenon, introducing millions of young readers to classical mythology through fast-paced adventure and sharp humour. Riordan has since expanded his mythological universe considerably, drawing on Egyptian, Norse, and Roman traditions across several interconnected series including The Kane Chronicles, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, and The Trials of Apollo. He has also championed diverse voices in children's fiction through Rick Riordan Presents, an imprint publishing mythology-based stories from authors of varied cultural backgrounds.
