JAMES PATTERSON is the internationally bestselling author of the highly praised Middle School books, Kenny Wright: Superhero, Homeroom Diaries, and the I Funny, Treasure Hunters, House of Robots, Confessions, Maximum Ride, Witch & Wizard and Daniel X series. He has been the most borrowed author in UK libraries for the past eight years in a row and his books have sold more than 300 million copies worldwide, making him one of the bestselling authors of all time. He lives in Florida with his wife and son. James was inspired by his son, who was a reluctant reader, to write books specifically for young readers. He is also a founding partner of Booktrust's Children's Reading Fund in the UK. Find out more at www.jamespatterson.co.uk