Michelle Paver | |
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Born | Blantyre, Nyasaland | 7 September 1960
Occupation | Writer, lawyer |
Nationality | British |
Alma mater | Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford |
Period | 2000–present |
Genre | Children's historical fantasy, horror |
Notable works | Chronicles of Ancient Darkness |
Notable awards | Guardian Children's Fiction Prize 2010 |
Website | |
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Michelle Paver (born 7 September 1960) is a British novelist and children's writer, best known for her children's historical fantasy series Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, set in prehistoric Europe. Born in Malawi, she moved to England as a young child. Paver started her career as a lawyer, before becoming a full-time writer. She is also the author of the children's series Gods and Warriors, as well as novels for adults, including the Daughters of Eden trilogy and several standalone books.