Jerry Bruce Jenkins is an American writer, best known for the Left Behind series, which he co-authored with Tim LaHaye. He has also authored novels based on the TV series about Jesus, The Chosen. Jenkins's prolific career spans over 200 books across various genres, including biography, self-help, romance, mystery, and young adult fiction. Nineteen of his 130+ novels delve into eschatological themes.

In 2005, Jenkins and LaHaye were ranked 9th in Amazon.com's 10th Anniversary Hall of Fame authors based on books sold during the first 10 years of Amazon. Jenkins is dedicated to nurturing the writing skills of aspiring authors and offers guidance through his website.

Jenkins started his writing journey with humble beginnings, crafting his early works on a manual typewriter. His works often showcase Christian protagonists, reflecting his dispensationalist Christian beliefs. Throughout his career, Jenkins has contributed to various magazines, including TIME, Reader's Digest, and Parade. He is married to Dianna, and they have three sons and eight grandchildren.