Nora Roberts, known by her pseudonym J.D. Robb, is a celebrated American author who has penned over 225 romance novels. She also writes under the names Jill March and Sarah Hardesty, the latter being used for publications in the U.K. Born as Eleanor Marie Robertson on October 10, 1950, in Silver Spring, Maryland, she has made a significant mark in the genre of romance and suspense novels.

Roberts was the first author to be inducted into the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame, cementing her status as a pillar of the romance genre. Her work extends beyond traditional romance novels to include suspense and fantasy elements, particularly under her J.D. Robb pseudonym. The In Death series, written as J.D. Robb, features Eve Dallas, a New York City police lieutenant with a complex backstory. Initiated as a trilogy, the series now boasts over 53 entries, demonstrating Roberts' prolific talent and the high demand for her storytelling.

In her career, Roberts has navigated the challenges of using multiple pseudonyms. Initially, she had chosen the pseudonym D.J. MacGregor for the In Death series, but changed it due to another author already using this name. Her decision to write under various names has allowed her to explore different facets of her writing and reach a wide audience. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to captivate readers have made her a notable figure in the literary world.