Creatures of the Underland
Audio from Author Suzanne Collins

The driving force behind The Underland Chronicles is war and the creatures who fight it. In these clips, author Suzanne Collins takes us step-by-step through creating characters who are in “serious conflict.”

New York City Wildlife

New York City Wildlife
Suzanne talks about how she chose the Underland creatures.
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Military Superpowers

Military Superpowers
Creatures in the Underland team up and face off in battle.
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Cockroach Loyalty

Cockroach Loyalty
Cockroaches grow from the joke of the Underland to a respected ally.
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Spiders Work Both Sides

Spiders Work Both Sides
The loyalty of the spinners is split in two — both sides get a little bit.
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Other Players

Other Players
Suzanne gave a military role to every character in the books.
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