Wendy Higgins
Wendy Higgins
Full Name and Common Aliases
Wendy Higgins is a pen name of Wendy Wunder, an American author known for her young adult fantasy novels.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on December 4, 1970. No death date reported.
Nationality and Profession(s)
American author of young adult fiction.
Early Life and Background
Wendy Higgins grew up in a family that encouraged reading from an early age. Her love for fantasy novels began with the works of authors like Frank Herbert and Ursula K. Le Guin, which inspired her to create her own stories. After graduating from high school, she went on to study English at college but eventually dropped out to pursue writing full-time.
Major Accomplishments
Wendy Higgins's debut novel, _Sweet Ruin_ , was published in 2015 and became a moderate success. However, it was her second series, _The Color of Scandal_ , that brought her widespread recognition among young adult readers. Her subsequent novels, including _The Sweet Bitter Love_ trilogy and standalone titles like _Elixir_ , have solidified her position as a prominent voice in the fantasy genre.
Notable Works or Actions
Wendy Higgins has also been involved in several charity initiatives, using her platform to promote literacy among underprivileged children. Her own experiences with bullying and self-doubt informed many of the themes explored in her novels, resonating deeply with readers who have faced similar challenges.
Impact and Legacy
Higgins's unique voice and perspective on issues affecting young adults have made her a beloved figure in the literary world. Readers appreciate her ability to craft engaging characters and intricate storylines while tackling complex topics like mental health, relationships, and identity.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Wendy Higgins is widely quoted for her thoughtful insights into the writing process and her commitment to creating authentic, relatable stories for young adult readers. Her quotes often appear in articles discussing the importance of representation in literature and the value of reading diverse voices.
Quotes by Wendy Higgins
Wendy Higgins's insights on:
I’m woken sometime later from a vivid dream where I’m obliterating Anna’s innocence. It’s quite a nice dream, but I’d rather not be having it in public.
How do you spell it?” I asked. It sounded like Ky-den. Jay spelled it for me. “It’s A-I, like Thai food,” he explained.
I talk her into taking an outdoor shower, and I promise to keep an eye out for whisperers, but there are a few moments as we wash where hands wander and I get a bit distracted. It’d be safe to assume the wandering hands belong to yours truly, but I’m happy to announce Anna is the culprit. Can’t keep the girl’s hands off me.
Humans allow themselves to fall for temptation over and over, even knowing the problems it might cause.
Life would be so much different now that we’d opened up, giving and receiving each other’s love. Nobody and nothing could take that away – not the Dukes or any distance that separated us. We had a secret knowledge that demons couldn’t fathom. They saw love as a weakness, but they were wrong. Love would keep us going. Love was our strength.