The Ender Saga #1: Ender's Game, Speaker for the Dead, Xenocide, Children of the Mind, Ender in Exile

Orson Scott Card, a renowned American author, is best known for his celebrated science fiction works, specifically the "Ender's Game" series which catapulted him to widespread fame and acclaim. Born on August 24, 1951 in Richland, Washington, he demonstrated a passion for storytelling and literature from an early age. An alumnus of Brigham Young University and the University of Utah, Card’s diverse educational background laid the basis for his extensive narrative explorations. Card’s writing career boasts an impressive array of genres beyond science fiction, including fantasy, historical fiction, and Christian fiction. He is a recipient of numerous awards, notably the Hugo and Nebula Awards for "Ender's Game" and its sequel, "Speaker for the Dead", making him the first author to win both awards in consecutive years. Despite his successful career and substantial influence on the sci-fi genre, Card’s candid commentaries on various social and political matters have often sparked controversy. Regardless, his exceptional storytelling ability and extensive body of work continue to inspire and captivate readers worldwide.