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About the Author

Michael Grant is the New York Times bestselling author of the Gone series. He has spent much of his life on the move. Raised in a military family, he attended ten schools in five states, as well as three schools in France. Even as an adult he kept moving, and in fact he became a writer in part because it was one of the few jobs that wouldn't tie him down. His fondest dream is to spend a year circumnavigating the globe and visiting every continent. Yes, even Antarctica. He lives in California with his wife, Katherine Applegate, and their two children.

Praise for The Magnificent 12: The Call…

“A terrific start, with an elaborate website festooned with games and contests to ease the wait for sequels.”
-Booklist (starred review)

“A lighter-than-usual fantasy action-adventure that is sure to win many fans and fly off the shelves.”
-Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“The story’s abundant action and humor…should win over readers.”
-Publishers Weekly

“A laugh-out-loud story full of adventure and magic great for grades 4-7.”
-Morning Call, Allentown, PA

“Grant’s brand of action and humor should satisfy both those readers who get down with fantasy and those who prefer to send it up.”
-Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books