Pittacus Lore is the pen name of the author James Frey, known for writing the popular young adult science fiction series, Lorien Legacies. The series follows a group of alien teenagers with special powers who are on the run from their enemies. The first book, I Am Number Four, was published in 2010 and gained significant popularity, leading to a film adaptation. In addition to the Lorien Legacies, Lore has written other works, including the spin-off series The Fate of Ten. His writing often explores themes of friendship, bravery, and the struggle between good and evil, appealing to a wide audience of young readers.