Watt Key

Watt Key is an American author primarily known for writing young adult and children's adventure and survival novels, often set in the Southern United States. His books frequently feature themes of resilience, family, and the relationship between humans and the natural world.

Key's works include:

• Alabama Moon (2006), his debut novel, which was a children's bestseller and adapted into a film.
• Dirt Road Home (2009)
• Fourmile (2012)
• The Alabama Moon Series (Consists of Alabama Moon, Dirt Road Home, and Fourmile)
• Ghost Dog (2014)
• Terror at Bottle Creek (2016)
• Among the Shadows (2018)
• Deep Water (2019)
• The Wild Lands (2021)
• Me and Jack (2023)

Key often draws inspiration from his own experiences growing up in Alabama, and his novels are known for their realistic portrayal of the Southern landscape and culture. His books have received numerous awards and accolades, and are frequently used in middle school and high school curricula.