Mei Mei Fox

Mei Mei Fox is an award-winning and bestselling author of children’s books, who works in the genres of fiction and non-fiction. Born in 1982, her books have been inspired by her childhood spent in Hawaii and her upbringing in a family of generous and curious storytellers.

Fox has become a leading voice of children’s literature in Hawaii, with her debut novel, A Pirate’s Guide to Growing Up, winning the Pacific Rim Book Prize in 2015. In the same year, Fox was named a Kauai Writers of Hawaii honoree. She has since published several more books, including her first YA novel An Unlikely Lotus, which was released in 2018.

Themes of identity, nature, and family are a common thread through Fox's works, creating stories that explore the complexities of growing up and feeling connected to one's heritage and cultural roots. Her characters are often young people adventuring and discovering themselves in the face of difficult circumstances.

Fox's style has been praised for its careful exploration of emotions through the perspective of the characters, creating stories that are both deeply powerful and accessible for young readers. Her work has been praised for its ability to capture the joys and sorrows of growing up, as well as its ability to open young minds to a world of possibilities.

Fox's latest book is Wendy and the Lost Boys, a contemporary retelling of the classic Peter Pan story. Through Wendy's adventure, Fox explores issues of identity and belonging while illustrating that it is never too late to find a place to belong.

In addition to her writing, Fox is also dedicated to supporting young readers. She is a frequent guest speaker to school visits, events and conferences. She draws upon her own experiences as an author and reader to provide a unique interactive experience that allows young people opportunities to explore the literary world.

MEI MEI Fox is a true role model for young readers, using wit and empathy to share exciting stories of adventure, discovery and courage. Through her books, as well as her public speaking engagements, she is able to reach readers in both the real and imagined worlds. Her work has provided inspiration and courage to readers everywhere to explore the world around them.