Kate Brian, born as Kieran Scott on March 11, 1974, is an acclaimed American author known for her engaging and captivating works of chick lit. Under her pen name, she has written popular novels including The Princess and the Pauper, Megan Meade's Guide to the McGowan Boys, The Virginity Club, Sweet 16, Fake Boyfriend, and the highly successful Private series. As Kieran Scott, some of her notable works include She's So Dead to Us, I Was a Non-Blonde Cheerleader (nominated for YALSA's Teens Top Ten), Brunettes Strike Back, A Non-Blonde Cheerleader in Love, and Geek Magnet.

Her Shadowlands Trilogy, comprising Shadowlands, Hereafter, and Endless, has also been well received. Kate Brian's work in the Private and Privilege series has earned her a spot on the New York Times bestseller list, while her stories under her real name continue to captivate a younger audience through teen fiction.