L.J. Smith, born Lisa Jane Smith, is a renowned author known for her work in the young adult fiction genre. She is the New York Times #1 Bestselling author of popular series such as The Vampire Diaries, The Secret Circle, The Forbidden Game, Dark Visions, Wildworld, and Night World.

Having written over two dozen books for children and young adults, L.J. Smith enjoys every aspect of writing. She resides in the Bay Area of California, where she has a backyard full of flowers, particularly roses in various shades, which she adores.

L.J. Smith loves visiting a friend's cabin in the Point Reyes National Seashore area, where she enjoys the abundance of trees, wildlife, beaches for walking, and numerous hiking trails. Her experiences and surroundings often inspire her storytelling.