Marlene Perez facts for kids

Marlene Perez is an American writer who creates exciting fiction books for young people, especially those in their pre-teen and teen years. Her stories often involve mystery and adventure, making them popular with readers aged 12 to 14.

About Marlene Perez

Marlene Perez was born in Story City, Iowa, a town in the United States. Today, she lives in southern California, a sunny state known for its beaches and entertainment. She enjoys writing stories that capture the imagination of young readers.

Her First Books

Marlene Perez published her very first novel, Unexpected Development, in 2004. This book was about a girl who was dealing with many changes as she grew up. It was an important step in her writing career.

The Dead Series

Marlene Perez is well-known for her popular teen fiction series that includes books with "Dead" in their titles. This series follows characters through mysterious and sometimes spooky adventures.

• Dead is the New Black
• Dead is a State of Mind
• Dead is so Last Year

She continued to expand this series with more exciting stories. Dead is Just a Rumor was published in April 2011, and Dead is Not an Option followed in July 2012. Readers enjoyed following the characters as they solved mysteries and faced challenges.

Other Novels

Besides her famous "Dead" series, Marlene Perez has written other standalone novels. These include Love in the Corner Pocket and The Comeback. These books show her ability to write different kinds of stories for young adults.

Writing as Lana Perez

Marlene Perez also writes some of her books under a different name: Lana Perez. Under this name, she has written several other interesting stories.

• Bella Goes to Hollywood
• Bright Lights for Bella (both part of the Star Sisterz series)
• Figure in the Frost (part of the Knights of the Silver Dragon series)

These books explore different worlds and characters, showing her versatility as a writer.