Gena Showalter is an American author known for her work in the genres of contemporary romance, paranormal romance, and young adult fiction. She was born in 1975 in Oklahoma.

Showalter sold her first book at the age of 27 and has published over 70 books. Her work has earned her the title of a bestselling author by both The New York Times and USA Today. She has successfully published in both the adult and young adult markets.