Ellor, Zr: - ZR ELLOR is an author and literary agent from the Washington, DC area. An avid lifelong reader, he wrote his first novel when he was twelve years old and never put down his pen. He graduated from Cornell University with a dual degree in biology and English literature. He is the author of young adult and adult novels including May the Best Man Win, Acting the Part, and Silk Fire. No Better then Beasts is his YA fantasy debut. His non-literary interests include running, travel, and global cuisine. He lives in Long Beach, CA.