Varian Johnson

Varian Johnson (born in 1977) is an American writer, who writes contemporary middle grade literature. He is the author of multiple novels including My Life as a Rhombus.

Biography Johnson is a twin and the father of two daughters. He is also a member of The Brown Bookshelf, an organization that "is designed to push awareness of the myriad of African American voices writing for young authors".

Published works A Red Polka Dot in a World Full of Plaid (2005) Essence best seller list, March 2005 My Life as a Rhombus (2008) Coretta Scott King Book Awards Honor, 2019 What Were The Negro Leagues? (2019) a Who HQ series book, Penguin Workshop Twins (2020), illustrated by Shannon Wright Eisner Award nominee NPR Best Book of 2020 Playing the Cards You’re Dealt (2021) Mister Miracle: The Great Escape (2022) Little Big Man (2025)