Charles Carter is an author of fiction that spans all genres, but his greatest passion lies in crafting unforgettable stories for middle grade readers. His books invite readers of all ages into strange, lyrical worlds where memory, time, and truth are never quite what they seem. From haunting historical fiction to surreal fables, his work always returns to one core idea: the hidden weight of what we carry.
His debut novel, The Paper Colony, is a Southern Gothic work of historical fiction set in the American South and the first in a planned series exploring forgotten voices and buried truths.
His first middle-grade book, Before the Big Bang, published on September 7, 2025, is a clear and captivating guide for readers eager to explore what may have existed before our universe.