Judith Rumelt
- Born:
- July 27, 1973, Tehran, Iran
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Author
Early Life and Education
- Born in Tehran, Iran, to American parents.
- Spent much of her early childhood traveling throughout Europe and the Middle East.
- Lived in Switzerland, England, and Los Angeles before settling in New York City.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began writing fan fiction under the name "cassandra clare bio" before publishing her own original works.
- Her debut novel, City of Bones, was published in 2007.
- The Mortal Instruments series, of which City of Bones is the first installment, became a New York Times bestseller.
- Has published several spin-off series and related books within the Shadowhunters universe.
- Her books have been adapted into a feature film and a television series.
Notable Works
| Series | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| The Mortal Instruments | City of Bones | 2007 |
| The Mortal Instruments | City of Ashes | 2008 |
| The Mortal Instruments | City of Glass | 2009 |
| The Mortal Instruments | City of Fallen Angels | 2011 |
| The Mortal Instruments | City of Lost Souls | 2012 |
| The Mortal Instruments | City of Heavenly Fire | 2014 |
| The Infernal Devices | Clockwork Angel | 2010 |
| The Infernal Devices | Clockwork Prince | 2011 |
| The Infernal Devices | Clockwork Princess | 2013 |
| The Dark Artifices | Lady Midnight | 2016 |
| The Dark Artifices | Lord of Shadows | 2017 |
| The Dark Artifices | Queen of Air and Darkness | 2018 |
| The Last Hours | Chain of Gold | 2020 |
| The Last Hours | Chain of Iron | 2021 |
| The Last Hours | Chain of Thorns | 2023 |
Legacy and Impact
Judith Rumelt, writing as Cassandra Clare, has established herself as a prominent figure in young adult fantasy literature. Her extensive "Shadowhunters" universe and its numerous interconnected series have garnered a large and dedicated fanbase, contributing significantly to the genre's popularity.