L.J. Smith, also known as Lisa Jane Smith, is the New York Times #1 Bestselling author of several popular series, including The Vampire Diaries, The Secret Circle, The Forbidden Game, Dark Visions, Wildworld, and Night World. She has authored over two dozen books catering to children and young adults. Smith resides in the Bay Area of California, where she enjoys a garden full of various flowers, particularly roses of different shades.

She loves spending time at a friend's small cabin in the Point Reyes National Seashore area, which offers abundant nature, wildlife, beaches, and hiking trails. This location is a source of inspiration and relaxation for her creativity and writing endeavors.