Jordi Sierra i Fabra: Spain Author

… I am unconventional, a sniper, not easily classifiable, difficult to put a label to and an individualist, and that is the way I like it … I hate being categorized. That's why I always take an unmarked position and say I am nothing but a storyteller.

Jordi Sierra i Fabra

Prolific author Jordi Sierra i Fabra was born in Barcelona, Spain in 1947. With over 200 titles published and seven million books sold, many of which are translated and published internationally, he is one of the most widely-read writers in Spain. His popularity is demonstrated by his inclusion on the Ministry of Education's list as one of the 10 most read authors by students between 12 and 16 years of age. However, he is not just popular among young adults. His work has an appeal that spans the ages from children and young adults to adults.

Additionally, he demonstrates amazing versatility in his ability to write across genres. He published his first book when he was 25 and has tried his hand at science fiction, mystery novels, intrigue, humor, fantasy, poetry, and biographies, as well as realistic literature. His realistic fiction deals with relevant and sometimes uncomfortable topics. His goal is to hold up a mirror to his readers in which they can see their own reflection. Victoria Fernández, Director of CLIJ magazine, characterizes his style as "clean, direct, and frank." She attributes his appeal to his skill in creating books that are "easy to read and emanate a special sincerity that captivates the adolescent reader."

Jordi Sierra i Fabra has been the recipient of numerous literary awards. Some of these awards include the Premio Protagonista Jove (Young Protagonist Prize) for the best book of the year (2005) in Catalonia for A l'altra banda del mirall (On the Other Side of the Mirror), and for the best book of the year in Catalonian (2008) for Kafka i la la niña que se´n va anar de viatge. In 2007 he won the most prestigious award in Spain, The National Award to Children and Youngster's Literature, for Kafka y la muñeca viajera (Kafka and the Travelling Doll).