Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE, born on 10 May 1933, is a celebrated British-American novelist renowned for her best-selling novels. Bradford's debut novel, A Woman of Substance, was published in 1979 and became a monumental success, selling over 30 million copies globally. Throughout her illustrious career, she has penned 40 novels, all of which have achieved bestseller status in both England and the United States.

Bradford's literary journey commenced in her hometown of Leeds, England. From a tender age, she exhibited an insatiable appetite for literature, having read all of Dickens and the Brontë sisters by the age of 12. Bradford's early exposure to literature paved the way for her eventual career in journalism. By her twenties, she had ascended to the roles of editor and columnist on Fleet Street. The publication of A Woman of Substance marked a significant milestone in her career, establishing her as a formidable force in the realm of literature.

Bradford's novels have been embraced by readers across the globe, with her works translated into 40 languages and available in over 90 countries. To date, her sales have surpassed 88 million copies. Additionally, ten of her novels have been transformed into television mini-series, featuring eminent actors such as Sir Anthony Hopkins, Liam Neeson, Deborah Kerr, and Elizabeth Hurley.