Laura Kinsale is a New York Times bestselling author known for her engaging historical romance novels. She has been both a winner and a multiple nominee for the Best Book of the Year award given by the Romance Writers of America. Her journey to becoming a romance novelist began after spending six years as a geologist, a career that involved adventurous and challenging experiences such as driving alone across the vast landscapes of west Texas, managing drilling rigs, and dealing with the rugged oil industry. Eventually, she decided to leave that adventurous life to immerse herself in the imaginative world of writing.

Laura and her husband, David, currently split their time between Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Texas. Her rich background and diverse experiences add depth to her storytelling, making her novels not only romantic but also vividly atmospheric and authentic.