Lance Erlick likes to explore the mysteries of intriguing worlds with remarkable, often strong female guides facing and overcoming adversity as they try to change their world. He writes science fiction thrillers for young adult and adult readers. He is the author of The Rebel Within, The Rebel Trap, and Rebels Divided, three books in the Rebel series. In those stories, he explores the moral consequences of following conscience for those coming of age. He is also the author of the Regina Shen series-Regina Shen: Resilience, Regina Shen: Vigilance, and Regina Shen: Defiance. This series takes place after abrupt climate change leads to the Great Collapse and a new society under the World Federation. Lance is also the author of short stories and novelettes. To learn more about the author and his stories visit his website at http: //www.LanceErlick.com.