Lynne Truss is an English author, journalist, novelist, and radio broadcaster and dramatist. Arguably best known for her championing of correctness and aesthetics in the English language, she broadened the discourse with her popular and widely discussed 2003 book, Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation. This work, inspired by a BBC Radio 4 show about punctuation, Cutting a Dash, which Truss presented, is a testament to her passion for the intricacies of English grammar.

Truss's promotion of linguistic prescription and commentary on English grammar extends beyond her most famous work. She has written numerous radio plays, showcasing her versatility in both comedic and dramatic genres. Additionally, Truss has authored grammar guides for children and ventured into novels, including crime fiction. Her contributions to literature and broadcast media were further acknowledged in 2021 when she was inducted into the prestigious Detection Club.

Before her rise to prominence, Truss began her career as a literary editor, then transitioned to journalism. She served six years as the television critic for The Times of London, followed by four years as a sports columnist for the same publication, winning Columnist of the Year for her work with Women's Journal. Truss has maintained a significant presence on BBC Radio 4, both as a host and a frequent guest, and continues to review books for the Sunday Times of London. She resides in Brighton, England, where she enjoys the company of her lovely niece, gorgeous dogs, and excellent friends. Despite a solitary lifestyle, Truss remains as engaged and passionate about her work as ever, a trait she humorously shares with the character of Scrooge from A Christmas Carol.