Erin Hunter

Erin Hunter serves as a collective pseudonym employed by a group of authors, namely Victoria Holmes, Kate Cary, Cherith Baldry, Clarissa Hutton, Inbali Iserles, Tui T. Sutherland, and Rosie Best. Together, they collaborate on various juvenile fantasy novel series centered around animals and their adventures. Noteworthy series under this pseudonym include Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, Bravelands, and Bamboo Kingdom.

In the creative process, Victoria Holmes develops the plot for each book, and the other authors take turns writing them. Although not officially recognized as an Erin Hunter author, Dan Jolley contributes to the manga stories published under the Hunter name. Illustrators for the Warriors mangas include James L. Barry, Bettina M. Kurkoski, and Don Hudson, all working under the pseudonym. Natalie Riess and Sara Goetter are also credited as illustrators for the upcoming graphic novel adaptation of The Prophecies Begin.

Who is Erin Hunter?

Erin Hunter is a collective pseudonym used by a group of writers: Victoria Holmes, Kate Cary, Cherith Baldry, Clarissa Hutton, Inbali Iserles, Tui T. Sutherland, and Rosie Best. Dan Jolley contributes to the manga stories associated with the name.

What kind of books are published under the Erin Hunter name?

They publish juvenile fantasy novels and related graphic works that focus on animal characters and their adventures. The output includes novel series, manga, and graphic novel adaptations.

What are the main series written as Erin Hunter?

Major series include Warriors, Seekers, Survivors, Bravelands, and Bamboo Kingdom. There are also Warriors graphic novels and manga adaptations.

How do the authors collaborate on the books?

Victoria Holmes develops the overall plot for each book, and the other authors take turns writing individual books. Separate illustrators handle the manga and graphic novel artwork.

Where should I start if I want to read Erin Hunter books?

Begin with the first book or first arc of the specific series that interests you. For example, start with the opening arc of Warriors, or with the first book in Seekers, Survivors, Bravelands, or Bamboo Kingdom, depending on your preference.