Beth Revis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Beth Revis
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Revis at the 2016 Texas Book Festival
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| Born | North Carolina, US |
| Occupation | Writer, former English teacher |
| Nationality | American |
| Period | 2011–present |
| Genre | Young adult |
Beth Revis is an American author who writes exciting fantasy and science fiction books. She is most famous for her stories aimed at a young adult audience, which means they are perfect for teens.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Revis was an English teacher. She is best known for her popular book series, Across the Universe. She currently lives in North Carolina.
Contents
A Journey Through Space: The Across the Universe Series
Beth Revis became a bestselling author with her Across the Universe trilogy. The story is a science fiction mystery set on a giant spaceship traveling to a new planet.
Main Books in the Series
- Across the Universe (2011)
- A Million Suns (2012)
- Shades of Earth (2013)
More Stories from the Same Universe
For fans who wanted more, Revis wrote extra stories set in the world of Across the Universe. These include short stories and a novella that add more detail to the characters and their world.
- As They Slip Away (a short novel, also called a novella)
- The Other Elder (short story)
- Love is a Choice (short story)
- Night Swimming (short story)
Adventures in the Star Wars Galaxy
Beth Revis has also written several official stories set in the famous Star Wars Universe. She has explored the lives of well-known characters and created new adventures for them.
- Rebel Rising (2017): This book tells the backstory of Jyn Erso from the movie Rogue One.
- The Princess and the Scoundrel (2022): This novel is about the wedding of Princess Leia and Han Solo.
- Someone Who Loves You (2024): A story about a new character in the Star Wars universe.
- Revis also wrote short stories for collections that celebrate the Star Wars movies, like From a Certain Point of View.
Other Exciting Novels
Besides her big series, Beth Revis has written several other books that stand on their own.
- The Body Electric (2014): This book is a science fiction story connected to the Across the Universe world.
- A World Without You (2016): A story that explores superpowers and mental health in a sensitive way.
- Blood and Feathers (2022): A fantasy novel about angels and demons.
- Violent Ends (2015): Revis was one of 17 authors who contributed to this book, which tells a single story from many different viewpoints.
Advice for Young Writers
Because she used to be a teacher, Beth Revis enjoys helping aspiring writers. She wrote a series of non-fiction books called Paper Hearts to share her knowledge.
- Paper Hearts, Volume 1: Some Writing Advice
- Paper Hearts, Volume 2: Some Publishing Advice
- Paper Hearts, Volume 3: Some Marketing Advice
