Caroline B. Cooney is an American author primarily known for her young adult suspense, romance, horror, and mystery novels. Born in Geneva, New York in 1947, she began writing while in college, studying music, art, and English. Cooney's writing style is often characterized by its focus on relatable teenage characters navigating complex relationships and facing unsettling or dangerous situations. Her most famous work, The Face on the Milk Carton, achieved widespread popularity and was adapted into a television movie, solidifying her position in the young adult genre. She has authored a vast and diverse body of work, spanning numerous subgenres and frequently collaborating with other authors, especially in horror and thriller series.
















































































































































