Alice Hoffman, born March 16, 1952, is an acclaimed American novelist, renowned for her exploration of the genre of magic realism. Her notable work includes the 1995 novel Practical Magic, which not only garnered widespread attention but also inspired a 1998 film adaptation of the same name. Hoffman's storytelling is characterized by an infusion of magic, irony, and unconventional romances and relationships, making her a distinctive voice in contemporary fiction.

Hoffman is the author of more than thirty works of fiction, including titles such as The World That We Knew, The Marriage of Opposites, The Red Garden, The Museum of Extraordinary Things, The Dovekeepers, and Here on Earth—an Oprah’s Book Club selection. Her Practical Magic series has captivated readers with installments like Practical Magic, Magic Lessons, The Rules of Magic—a Reese’s Book Club selection, and The Book of Magic. She resides near Boston, continuing to enchant readers with her magical narratives.