Jasmine Guillory is an acclaimed American romance novelist renowned for creating stories with African-American professionals as protagonists. She has risen to prominence within the literary community with her compelling narratives and engaging characters. In a notable achievement, Guillory's novel The Proposal was featured on The New York Times Best Seller list for paperback trade fiction in February 2019.

Her educational background includes graduating from Wellesley College and Stanford Law School. Guillory is a proud Bay Area native characterized by a passionate love for literature, which is evident in her home, decorated with towering stacks of books. Her multifaceted interests extend beyond writing as she treasures a collection of cake recipes suitable for every occasion, and possesses a diverse array of more than 50 lipsticks.