C.J. Skuse, born in 1980 in Weston-super-Mare, England, is a novelist with a background in creative writing education, holding first-class degrees from Bath Spa University. Initially focused on young adult fiction, Skuse’s writing style is characterized by darkly humorous and often gritty narratives, frequently exploring morally ambiguous characters and complex relationships. She gained recognition for her contributions to the 'rise of YA antiheroines'. Skuse now balances her writing career with freelance consulting and lecturing roles.










