Sara Shepard is an American author, best known for her bestselling book series Pretty Little Liars and The Lying Game, both of which have been adapted into television shows on Freeform. Born in Pittsburgh on April 8, 1977, Sara graduated from NYU and holds an MFA from Brooklyn College. Her novels, particularly the Pretty Little Liars series, were inspired by her upbringing in Philadelphia's Main Line.

Currently residing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Sara has also lived in New York City, Brooklyn, Tucson, and Philadelphia. In addition to her writing, she is also involved in publishing, emphasizing the importance of high-quality printing, detailed layout, and creativity in books.