Susan B. Wile

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I grew up moving between continents—born in Liberia, then living in Holland where I first learned to read and write in Dutch before I learned to read or write in English. The first book I devoured on my own was The Cat in the Hat, and I’ve loved stories (and animals) ever since.

My debut novel, Extinction Warrior, grew out of a lifelong passion for animals, wild places, and the urgent need to protect our planet. It blends fantasy, science, and adventure for middle grade readers who love strong heroines and global quests.

I'm married and live in New York’s Hudson Valley with the sweetest rescue dog, three cats, and thousands of honeybees (yes, I’m a beekeeper!). When I’m not writing, you’ll find me hiking, biking, or tending my garden.

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Extinction Warrior by Susan B. Wile
"I loved that i could research the actual endangered species !! For a curious young reader, this is excellent. I will definitely pass this on to my grandkids!! Even for an adult I enjoyed the read! "
Extinction Warrior by Susan B. Wile
"This thrilling futuristic adventure is packed with heart, action, and imagination. Set in 2155 in remote Wales, Alaska, the story follows Luki Sloan, a gifted animal communicator, as she embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue her missing parents fr" Read more of this review »
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"Extinction Warrior is an imaginative, high-stakes adventure that blends science, heart, and global urgency in a way that’s both thrilling and deeply meaningful. Luki Sloan is a standout protagonist, brave, vulnerable, and refreshingly complex. Her bo" Read more of this review »
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"This book is such a fun and exciting read. Luki Sloan is a brave and relatable hero — smart, curious, and determined — and I loved how she talks to animals. It made the story feel alive, and I found myself rooting for her and her companions every ste" Read more of this review »
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" Hi everyone! My middle-grade eco-fantasy Extinction Warrior is $0.99 this week for a Kindle Countdown. Arctic adventure, wildlife conservation, and a ...more "
" Hi everyone! My middle-grade eco-fantasy Extinction Warrior is $0.99 this week for a Kindle Countdown. Arctic adventure, wildlife conservation, and a ...more "
Susan Wile added a status update: As the year winds down, I’m grateful for readers discovering EXTINCTION WARRIOR this winter.

I wrote this story out of my love for animals, wild places, and the courage of young people facing an uncertain future.

If you’re looking for a meaningful middle-grade adventure over the holidays, I hope it finds you.
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“It is not enough to talk about the change we want in the world. We must care enough to change it by taking action.”
Susan B. Wile

“In wildness is the preservation of the world.”
Henry David Thoreau

“It is not enough to talk about the change we want in the world. We must care enough to change it by taking action.”
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