Paul Collins (born 21 May 1954) is an Australian writer and editor who specializes in science fiction and fantasy. Collins has written many books for younger readers. He is best known for his fantasy series, The Jelindel Chronicles (Dragonlinks, Dragonfang, Dragonsight and Wardragon), and The Quentaris Chronicles (Swords of Quentaris, Slaves of Quentaris, Dragonlords of Quentaris, Vampires of Quentaris, Princess of Shadows, The Forgotten Prince and The Spell of Undoing), and his science fiction series, The Maximus Black Files (Mole Hunt, Dyson's Drop and The Only Game in the Galaxy).