Lisa Scottoline is an American author of legal thrillers, recognized for her #1 bestselling and Edgar award-winning works. With 35 novels to her name, including the notable 'Loyalty', she has consistently captivated readers with her engaging storytelling. Alongside her fiction, Lisa writes a humorous and insightful weekly column with her daughter Francesca Serritella titled "Chick Wit", which offers a fresh take on life from a woman's perspective. This column has been a staple in the Philadelphia Inquirer for fifteen years and has culminated in a New York Times bestselling series of memoirs.

Her dedication to the craft extends beyond writing as she has served as president of the Mystery Writers of America, contributed reviews to prominent publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Philadelphia Inquirer, and taught "Justice and Fiction" at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where she is an alumna. Lisa, whose books have been published in over 35 countries, enjoys a close connection with her audience, often speaking at libraries and corporate events.

Lisa's literary contributions have been widely recognized, earning her the prestigious Edgar Award, among other accolades. She takes pride in her role as a mother to her daughter, an honors graduate of Harvard and a successful author and columnist in her own right. An ardent Eagles fan and a versatile individual, Lisa indulges in varied interests from cooking to gardening, and from design to music, embracing everything from U2 to Frank Sinatra.

At heart, Lisa is an animal lover, especially fond of her Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and her Corgi. Her home is a lively farmhouse filled with pets, chickens, and horses, reflecting her love for life and nature. Lisa's work resonates with readers for its emotional depth and the genuine warmth of its characters, earning her a place as a beloved author in the crime writing genre.