Mark Oshiro

Mark Oshiro is a bestselling American author known for their emotionally powerful and diverse young adult and middle-grade fiction. Their debut novel, Anger Is a Gift (2018), won critical acclaim for its raw portrayal of grief, activism, and systemic injustice, earning the Schneider Family Book Award. Oshiro’s storytelling is deeply personal, often exploring themes of identity, resilience, and belonging, with a strong focus on LGBTQ+ and marginalized voices. Their other works, including Each of Us a Desert and The Insiders, continue to captivate readers with lyrical prose and heartfelt narratives. In addition to writing, Oshiro is a well-known book reviewer and creator of Mark Does Stuff, where they analyze popular books and TV shows. Their passion for representation and storytelling has made them an influential voice in contemporary literature, inspiring readers to embrace their identities and engage with important social issues through fiction.