Cherie Priest is an American author known for her contributions to the speculative fiction genre, particularly her work within the "Clockwork Century" series. She began her writing career as a reviewer for the Bram Stoker Award-winning website Chiaroscuro and is now a staff member of Subterranean Press, frequently attending genre conventions. Priest’s writing style is characterized by detailed world-building, a blend of historical elements with fantastical or supernatural elements, and strong female characters.
Her prolific output includes numerous novels, short story collections, and contributions to anthologies, often exploring themes of loss, resilience, and the hidden histories of places and people. She has achieved notable success with her "Clockwork Century" series, a sprawling steampunk saga, as well as numerous standalone novels and collaborations with other writers on various short story projects, including those within the "Wild Cards" series.




















































































