Caroline Kepnes

Caroline Kepnes is an accomplished American author, best known for her New York Times bestselling books "You," "Hidden Bodies," "Providence," "You Love Me," and "For You and Only You." Her work has been translated into multiple languages and has inspired a television series adaptation of "You" on Netflix.

Kepnes was born and raised on Cape Cod, but now calls Los Angeles her home. She graduated from Brown University and began her career as a pop culture journalist for Entertainment Weekly and a TV writer for shows like "7th Heaven" and "The Secret Life of the American Teenager." Her professional background in journalism and television writing has greatly influenced her unique storytelling style, making her novels stand out in the thriller genre.

Kepnes's breakout success came with the publication of her first novel, "You," which was an instant hit and gained a cult following. The book tells the story of Joe Goldberg, a bookstore manager who becomes infatuated with a customer and quickly descends into obsession. The novel's dark and twisted plot, combined with Kepnes's sharp and witty writing, made it a must-read for thriller fans.

The success of "You" led to the publication of the sequel, "Hidden Bodies," and the prequel, "Providence." Kepnes's latest novel, "You Love Me," was published on April 6, 2021, and continues the story of Joe Goldberg. The popularity of the "You" series has also led to a television adaptation on Netflix, which has only further solidified Kepnes's status as a leading voice in the thriller genre.