Karen Essex is an American historical novelist, screenwriter, and journalist. She is renowned for her works featuring iconic women, with titles such as KLEOPATRA, PHARAOH, LEONARDO'S SWANS, STEALING ATHENA, DRACULA IN LOVE, and BETTIE PAGE: LIFE OF A PINUP LEGEND.

In addition to her novels, Essex is an active screenwriter and an award-winning journalist. She divides her time between Los Angeles and Europe, where she immerses herself in the atmosphere while writing historical fiction.

For more insights into her work and musings, you can explore her blog, "Women, History, Sex, & Power" at Karen Essex Blog. She also hosts a chat group on Goodreads, "Ask Karen Essex", where she loves engaging with her readers.