John Twelve Hawks is a pseudonymous author known for his expansive and immersive dystopian fantasy series, the Fourth Realm Trilogy. He began publishing this series under the pseudonym, initially releasing The Traveler, The Dark River, and The Golden City, all of which were translated into 25 languages and became New York Times bestsellers. Hawks's writing is characterized by complex world-building, philosophical explorations, and a focus on character development within these intricate narratives. His later works have shifted towards contemporary themes and commentary.





