Tortallan Fiefs

Tortallan Fiefs

Tamora Pierce (born December 13, 1953) is an American writer of fantasy fiction for teenagers, known best for stories featuring young heroines. She made a name for herself with her first book series, The Song of the Lioness (1983–1988), which followed the main character Alanna through the trials and triumphs of training as a knight. Many of her books have feminist themes.

Pierce will receive the 2013 Margaret A. Edwards Award from the American Library Association recognizing her cumulative "lasting and significant contribution to young adult literature". The panel cites her two quartets Song of the Lioness and Protector of the Small (1999–2002).