Markus Zusak, author portrait
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Markus Zusak

Markus Zusak is the award-winning, #1 bestselling author of The Book Thief, I Am the Messenger, Fighting Ruben Wolf, and Getting the Girl. His newest, much-anticipated novel, Bridge of Clay, will release in October 2018. He lives in Sydney, Australia, with his wife and children. Learn more about Markus at markuszusak.com.
 
Markus Zusak is available for select speaking engagements. To inquire about a possible appearance, please contact the Penguin Random House Speakers Bureau at speakers@penguinrandomhouse.com.
Bridge of Clay
Markus Zusak: The Book Thief & I Am the Messenger
The Book Thief: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition
The Book Thief (Anniversary Edition)
I Am the Messenger

What I'm Reading: Markus Zusak (author of BRIDGE OF CLAY)

Books

Bridge of Clay
Markus Zusak: The Book Thief & I Am the Messenger
The Book Thief: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition
The Book Thief (Anniversary Edition)
I Am the Messenger

Media

What I'm Reading: Markus Zusak (author of BRIDGE OF CLAY)

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