Andrew Peterson is an American singer-songwriter and author whose creative output spans contemporary Christian music and speculative fiction. Born in 1974, Peterson established himself in the music industry as a performer of folk rock, roots rock, and country gospel. He is a founding member of the Square Peg Alliance, a collaborative collective of Christian songwriters, and has toured extensively alongside prominent artists in the genre, including Caedmon's Call, Fernando Ortega, and Sara Groves.\n\nBeyond his musical career, Peterson has earned significant acclaim as a novelist, particularly within the realm of children's and young adult literature. He is the creator of The Wingfeather Saga, a highly regarded four-part fantasy series. The books have captured a wide audience with their imaginative world-building and thematic depth, blending adventure with spiritual and moral resonance.\n\nPeterson's literary work has expanded into other media, notably with the animated television adaptation of The Wingfeather Saga. In addition to his role as the original author, he serves as an executive producer for the series and contributes voice acting for several characters, including Oskar N. Reteep. Through both his music and his prose, Peterson remains a prominent figure in contemporary Christian arts and fantasy literature.
