Under the pen name Kim Harrison, Dawn Cook has become a prolific American author in the urban fantasy genre. Born on September 30, 1966, Harrison was raised in the Midwest and embraced a love for storytelling, despite an unconventional academic path that avoided traditional English courses. She is renowned for her enthralling Hollows series, which not only reached #1 on the New York Times Best Seller list but also expanded to include over two dozen books, such as young adult novels, anthologies, graphic novels, and a full-color world book. Writing as Dawn Cook, she also created the Decoy Princess and Truth series, showcasing her versatility and depth.

Before her ascent to fame, Harrison navigated a decade of challenges in her quest to leave a mark on the literary world. Her breakthrough, "Dead Witch Walking," was published in 2004, allowing her to dedicate herself entirely to writing. Harrison's work is lauded for its rich character development and imaginative storytelling, especially with her Rachel Morgan series, which is set in an alternate history where a pandemic caused by genetically modified tomatoes occurs. Influenced by music and her favorite author, Ray Bradbury, her writing resonates with both fans and fellow authors, securing her a distinguished place in urban fantasy. Harrison's active engagement with readers on her website and blog further highlights her commitment to her craft and audience.

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