Shari Becker was born in Montreal, Quebec, and grew up speaking both English and French. As a child, she spent her summers in the Adirondack Mountains catching fireflies, minnows, and toads. After completing a master's degree at New York University, Becker worked for Nickelodeon, Disney-owned companies, and an Emmy Award-winning puppeteer. She is the author of two picture books, including the Charlotte Zolotow Award-honored and Junior Library Guild-selected Maxwell's Mountain. She now lives in Brookline, Massachusetts, with her husband, two daughters, and their dog.
“A pair of teenagers uncovers familial secrets after environmental
terrorists wreak havoc on New York City… Lilah has a solid
emotional journey, one that Becker illuminates well.” —Kirkus
“A thrilling mystery with suspenseful moments...I would recommend
this to anyone of 12+ who loves a suspenseful combo of simple
romance and adventure and mystery.” —YA Books Central“A relevant,
modern thriller with heart, perfect for readers who don’t yet know
they like sci-fi. Lilah is a heroine teen readers will root for.
Her resilience and maturity in the face of incredible challenges is
downright inspiring. The Stellow Project is a thought-provoking
read packed with romance, action, and some serious creepiness!”
—Heather Demetrios, award-winning author of Something Real and
Exquisite Captive
“This fast-paced story of bioterrorism, family relationships,
trust, and secrets comes with a breathtaking conclusion that
screams sequel.” —Booklist
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