Kathrin Wehlisch, born in Berlin in 1974, is a German writer known primarily for her books for children and young adults. After studying German studies and art history, she worked for several years as an editor for major publishing houses, including Carlsen Verlag, before dedicating herself full-time to writing. She is the author of numerous successful works, published both under her own name and under the pseudonym Katja Frixe. Her most famous titles include the "Super-Lola" series and, as Katja Frixe, "Der Kaugummigraf." Her writing, characterized by humor and a deep understanding of the world of children, has earned her several awards. For her novel "Ringo, ich und ein komplett ahnungsloser Papagei," she received the prestigious Leipziger Lesekompass. Her works have also been nominated for awards such as the Deutscher Jugendliteraturpreis and are often included on major recommended reading lists, solidifying her position as one of the most acclaimed voices in contemporary literature for young people in Germany.