Diana J. Gabaldon is a renowned American author and television writer, best known for her acclaimed book series Outlander. Born on January 11, 1952, in Scottsdale, Arizona, she is celebrated for her ability to blend multiple genres in her works, incorporating elements of historical fiction, romance, mystery, adventure, and science fiction/fantasy. Her passion for writing led to the television adaptation of the Outlander series, which premiered on Starz in 2014.

Diana grew up in Flagstaff, Arizona, and is of Hispanic and English descent, with a touch of Native American and Sephardic Jew heritage. She holds a B.S. in Zoology, an M.S. in Marine Biology, and a Ph.D. in Ecology, in addition to an honorary doctorate from the University of Glasgow for her contributions to Scottish Literature.

Before becoming a full-time writer, Diana was a professor at Arizona State University, where she specialized in scientific computation, the use of computers in scientific research. She also wrote comic books for Walt Disney and was involved in various other scientific endeavors, including a post-doctoral appointment at the University of Pennsylvania.

Diana Gabaldon's writing is characterized by her extensive research and vivid storytelling. She currently resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, with her family and various pets, and continues to engage with her readers through multiple online platforms.