Peng Shepherd, born May 12, 1986, is an American author known for her intricate and atmospheric science fiction and fantasy novels. Shepherd’s writing style often blends elements of speculative fiction with deeply human stories, frequently exploring themes of memory, identity, and societal collapse. She draws inspiration from her upbringing in Phoenix, Arizona, where she was immersed in art and nature, and this influence is reflected in her detailed world-building and evocative prose. Her debut novel, The Book of M, garnered critical acclaim and established her as a rising voice in the genre.




