Juliet Marillier is a New Zealand-born writer known for her captivating works in the genre of fantasy, with a particular focus on historical fantasy. Born on August 7, 1948, in Dunedin, New Zealand, Juliet grew up in an environment steeped in Celtic music and stories, which greatly influenced her writing.

Her Celtic-Gaelic heritage led her to pen her first series, the Sevenwaters Trilogy. Juliet pursued her education at the University of Otago, majoring in music and languages, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Music with Honours.

Her lifelong fascination with history, folklore, and mythology has significantly shaped her literary works. To date, Juliet Marillier has authored twenty-one historical fantasy novels, catering to both adult and young adult audiences, in addition to a collection of short fiction. Her narratives have garnered numerous awards for their excellence.

Currently, Juliet resides in a charming 110-year-old cottage in a riverside suburb of Perth, Western Australia. Aside from writing, she enjoys tending to her small pack of rescue dogs.