Cate Quinn is a renowned author who writes under the pseudonyms Cate Quinn and C.S. Quinn. She was born in Colchester, UK, on October 12, 1979, and currently resides in Devon, England. Quinn pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English and History between 1997 and 2000, followed by a postgraduate degree in the same field at the University of Leeds.
Quinn has been a freelance journalist since 1999, contributing to notable publications such as The Guardian Group, The Times, and The Mirror, among others. She has also worked as a copywriter at The Copywriting Company and a food writer at The Food Explorer website. Her background in historic research, combined with her first-hand experiences in far-flung places, has enabled her to create critically acclaimed and bestselling historical fiction.
In addition to her work as a travel and lifestyle journalist, Quinn has a keen interest in fundamental Christianity and Mormonism, which has inspired her to explore the relationships and schisms caused by strong beliefs in her writing. She has previously authored the bestselling historical Thief Taker series and the Revolution Spy series under the name C.S. Quinn. Currently, Quinn lives in Devon, England, with her partner and two children, continuing to write captivating stories that resonate with readers worldwide.