TJ Klune
An American author known for his heartwarming and often humorous fantasy and contemporary romance novels that frequently feature LGBTQ+ characters and themes of found family and acceptance. His books, such as The House in the Cerulean Sea and Under the Whispering Door, are celebrated for their emotional depth, quirky characters, and messages of kindness and belonging. Klune's feel-good storytelling has garnered him a dedicated and enthusiastic readership.
T.J. Klune’s The House in the Cerulean Sea is a heartwarming fantasy about Linus Baker, a caseworker who evaluates magical orphans for the government. He’s sent to a secluded orphanage where six unusual children—one of whom is the Antichrist—live under the care of the kind and enigmatic Arthur Parnassus. As Linus grows closer to the children and Arthur, he begins to question the rules he's always followed. With themes of acceptance, love, and found family, this whimsical and uplifting novel is a gentle reminder that kindness can change the world. A tender, magical modern fairy tale.