Alyssa Cole is a highly acclaimed author, well-known for her work in various genres including sci-fi romance, historical romance, and thrillers. She has gained a significant following and critical acclaim for her work, particularly for her Civil War era romance novels in The Loyal League series. In addition to her romance novels, Cole has also ventured into the thriller genre, releasing her debut thriller "When No One Is Watching" in 2020.
Beyond her writing, Alyssa Cole is a self-proclaimed culture pop nerd and romance junkie. She enjoys splitting her time between the laid-back lifestyle of the Caribbean and the fast-paced life of New York City. Cole has also been involved in various literary activities, including hosting a romance novel club and lecturing at the Jefferson Market Library in New York City. In her free time, she loves watching cat videos on the internet with her romance hero.
Cole is an award-winning author, with numerous accolades to her name. Her Civil War-set espionage romance "An Extraordinary Union" was the RT Reviewers’ Choice Award’s Best Book of 2017 and the American Library Association’s RUSA Best Romance for 2018. Additionally, her contemporary royal romcom "A Princess in Theory" was one of the New York Times’ 100 Notable Books of 2018. Cole has contributed to various publications, including Bustle, Shondaland, The Toast, Vulture, RT Book Reviews, and Heroes and Heartbreakers. Her work has received critical acclaim from numerous outlets, including The New York Times, Library Journal, BuzzFeed, Kirkus, Booklist, Jezebel, Vulture, Book Riot, and Entertainment Weekly. When she's not working, Cole can usually be found watching anime or spending time with her pets.
As a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, Cole has achieved great success in her writing career. Her debut thriller "When No One Is Watching" was the winner of the 2021 Edgar Allen Poe Award for Best Paperback Original and the Strand Critics Award for Best Debut. She has received critical acclaim from various outlets, including The New York Times, Library Journal, BuzzFeed, Kirkus, Booklist, Jezebel, Shondaland, Vulture, Book Riot, and Entertainment Weekly. Cole continues to captivate audiences with her storytelling and has established herself as a prominent voice in the romance and thriller genres. When she's not working, Cole can usually be found watching anime or spending time with her pets).