Teri brings a remarkably varied background to her writing, having lived in France, Canada, Australia, and England, and pursued careers as a scientist, lawyer, and optometrist before becoming a full-time author. This rich tapestry of experiences informs her internationally bestselling teen thrillers, including the dystopian Slated trilogy and the ghost story Scare Me, which have garnered numerous awards. Her adult fiction includes the psychological thrillers The Stepdaughter’s Lie and The Patient. Beyond her published works, Teri is developing multiple projects, including a psychological thriller and a genre-defying crime series that recently won a pitch competition at Make it Reel, Ealing Studios. She currently resides in Buckinghamshire, England with her husband and their cockapoo, Scooby.
About The Slated Trilogy
The Slated Trilogy established Teri Terry as a formidable voice in teen fiction, combining dystopian elements with psychological depth. The series demonstrates her ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with readers worldwide, earning both critical acclaim and commercial success. Through these books, Teri explores themes of identity, memory, and social control—subjects that continue to influence her work across different genres and age categories. The trilogy’s international success has cemented her reputation for creating thought-provoking fiction that challenges readers while delivering suspenseful storytelling.
Teri Is Appearing In These Sessions
005 Advanced Mentoring Script Lab: Pivot to Prose: The Novel Writing Lab with Teri Terry
By application only
A focused, small-group lab where six writers work with novelist Terri Terry to pivot from screenwriting to novel writing, gaining clarity, craft insight, and a clear path toward developing long-form fiction.
