TJ Klune

About

TJ Klune is an American bestselling novelist known for his heartfelt stories exploring love, identity, belonging, and the power of found family. A Lambda Literary Award winner, he has become a prominent voice in contemporary queer fiction, creating imaginative worlds populated by outsiders searching for acceptance and connection. Klune believes in the importance of authentic, positive LGBTQ+ representation, a commitment reflected throughout his work. His best-known novels include The House in the Cerulean Sea (2020), a whimsical fantasy about a caseworker who discovers an unusual family of magical children; Under the Whispering Door (2021), which explores death, grief, and second chances; and In the Lives of Puppets (2023), a science-fiction reimagining of Pinocchio. He has also written the Green Creek series and the young adult Extraordinaries series. With his distinctive blend of humour, emotional warmth, and fantastical storytelling, Klune continues to celebrate the transformative power of love and community. He lives in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.