Megan Shull is an author and screenwriter. Her books for kids and teens include The Swap (made into Disney’s smash hit film), Bounce (acquired by Paramount Pictures), Billion Dollar Girl (Penguin Random House), Amazing Grace (Disney/Hyperion), and other acclaimed works.

Her novels center on themes of courage, belonging, and hope—connecting with readers worldwide and captivating audiences on screen, with The Swap streaming to new generations on Disney+ more than a decade after its debut.

Megan holds a doctoral degree from Cornell University, where her work focused on building resilience and helping kids feel seen, soothed, and less alone. 

She lives in Ithaca, New York, where she was born and raised.

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Megan Shull is a bestselling author and screenwriter. Her novels for kids and teens include The Swap (adapted into Disney’s smash hit film), Bounce (acquired by Paramount Pictures), Billion Dollar Girl (Penguin Random House), and other acclaimed works.