HUGH HOWEY BOOKS

Hugh Howey is an acclaimed American author best known for his contributions to science fiction, particularly in the dystopian genre. Born on June 23, 1975, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Howey worked in a variety of fields before turning to writing full time, experiences that later influenced the grounded realism of his fiction. He gained international recognition with Wool, the first novel in the Silo series, which began as a self-published work and became a global bestseller. The series is praised for its tightly constructed world-building, psychological depth, and exploration of survival, authority, and human resilience. Howey is also known for advocating author independence and reshaping the publishing industry through his success in self-publishing. His writing combines suspense, emotional intensity, and philosophical questions about society and freedom. Today, Hugh Howey is regarded as a major voice in modern science fiction, inspiring readers and writers with his innovative storytelling and independent spirit