Cendrillon was written by French author Charles Perrault.
Charles Perrault was a French author and fairy tale writer who is credited with popularizing the fairy tale genre. He is best known for his collection of fairy tales, which includes the stories of Little Red Riding Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Puss in Boots, and Cendrillon (Cinderella). His stories have been adapted for film, television, and the stage numerous times and have become a part of the Western literary canon.