Ally Carter

Ally Carter is the pen name of Sarah Leigh Fogleman, a bestselling American author known for her action-adventure young adult fiction and clean romance novels. Born and raised in Locust Grove, Oklahoma, she earned degrees in agricultural economics from Oklahoma State University and Cornell University before transitioning from a career in agriculture to full-time writing. Her books, including the Gallagher Girls and Heist Society series, are celebrated for their witty humor, globe-trotting intrigue, and wholesome romantic tension, appealing to readers who enjoy stories where love and adventure intertwine without explicit content. Carter’s work has been published in over twenty countries and has appeared on major bestseller lists, solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in clean YA and romance fiction. Carter lives within easy reach of her family farm in Oklahoma, drawing inspiration from her rural roots and close-knit family. She remains an advocate for aspiring writers, encouraging them to pursue storytelling out of passion. Through her engaging, closed-door romances and adventurous plots, Ally Carter has contributed significantly to the landscape of clean fiction, offering readers excitement and heart without compromising on warmth or respectability.