Pat Rothfuss is an American author best known for his fantasy series, The Kingkiller Chronicle. The first book, The Name of the Wind, was published in 2007 and received critical acclaim for its storytelling and character development. Rothfuss has a background in English and graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point. In addition to his novels, Rothfuss is involved in various charitable efforts, including the Worldbuilders organization, which raises money for global literacy and poverty alleviation. He is also known for his engaging presence in the writing community and on social media, where he shares insights about writing and storytelling.