Julie Murphy is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of young adult and middle grade novels, including Dumplin’ (now a Netflix original film starring Jennifer Aniston). She is also the author of Disney’s reimagining of Cinderella: If the Shoe Fits. Her books have been translated into more than fifteen languages.

She lives in North Texas with her husband, who loves her; her dog, who adores her; and her cats, who tolerate her.