Lin Oliver

Lin Oliver is an American author and co-founder of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She is best known for her Hank Zipzer series, which she co-authored with Henry Winkler. The series follows Hank Zipzer, a dyslexic boy navigating the challenges of school and life with humor and resilience. Oliver’s writing emphasizes themes of friendship, self-acceptance, and perseverance, making her books both entertaining and empowering for children, especially those who may face their own academic struggles.