Janet Ellen Morris (born May 25, 1946) is an American author renowned for her significant contributions to both fiction and nonfiction, particularly within the realms of fantasy and science fiction. Beyond her literary accomplishments, Morris is also recognized for her conceptualization of a non-lethal weapons approach for the U.S. military. Her literary journey commenced in 1976, leading to the publication of over 20 novels, many of which were co-authored with notable figures such as David Drake and her husband, Chris Morris.

Morris's literary prowess extends into the shared universe fantasy series Thieves World, where she contributed short fiction, as well as her editorial role in the Bangsian fantasy series Heroes in Hell. Her dedication to the genre has not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by her election to the New York Academy of Sciences in 1980. In 1995, alongside her husband Christopher Morris, she co-founded M2 Tech, a venture that, despite its success, has seen the couple's literary output decrease. This transition signifies Morris's versatile ability to excel in both the literary and technological spheres.