Rick Riordan ​

Richard Russell "Rick" Riordan is an American author known for writing the Percy Jackson & The Olympians series. He is also the author of The Heroes of Olympus and The Trials of Apollo series.

Quick Facts ​

• Have been translated into 42 languages
• Sold more than thirty million copies in the United States.
• 20th Century Fox adapted the first two books of his Percy Jackson series as part of a series of films.
• Disney+ adaptation is in production.
• His books have spawned related media, such as graphic novels and short story collections.

Background ​

Riordan was born in 1964 in San Antonio, Texas, where he was raised. He graduated from Alamo Heights High School and then went on to the University of Texas at Austin, where he studied English and History. After graduation, he taught English and Social Studies at Presidio Hill School in San Francisco. He then moved to San Antonio and taught at the Middle School level. He wrote his first novel, Big Red Tequila, in 1997 and it was published the following year. In 2005, he wrote the Percy Jackson & The Olympians series, which was adapted into two movies. He has also written The Heroes of Olympus and The Trials of Apollo series.

Writing Style and Impact ​

Riordan's writing style is fast-paced and action-packed, with a touch of humor. His work is popular among readers of all ages, and he has been praised for his ability to make complex topics accessible to young readers. His work has been credited with reviving interest in Greek mythology, and he has been praised for his use of diverse and inclusive characters.

Notable Works ​

• Percy Jackson & The Olympians series (2005-2009)
• The Kane Chronicles series (2010-2012)
• The Heroes of Olympus series (2010-2014)
• Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard (2015-201)
• The Trials of Apollo series (2016-2020)