Cheryl Bolen is a prolific author of over thirty romance novels set in the Regency era. Her works have gained significant recognition and have been finalists in several prestigious contests, including the Daphne du Maurier contest. Bolen's popularity has led to her novels being translated into more than eight languages and hitting bestseller lists, such as the New York Times and USA Today. She has also won several awards, including the Holt Medallion in 2006 for her novel "One Golden Ring."
Bolen has a strong background in journalism, holding a bachelor's degree in journalism and English from the University of Texas and a master's degree from the University of Houston. Her love for reading diaries of dead English women, traveling to England, and watching Texas Longhorns football and basketball has influenced her writing. She has been married to her professor husband for many years, and they have two sons who are an attorney and a journalist.
Bolen's writing has been compared to notable authors such as Georgette Heyer, Julia Quinn, and Mary Balogh. Her books have been bestsellers on Barnes & Noble and have made her an Amazon All Star Author multiple times. Bolen has also written several series, including "Brazen Brides," "House of Haverstock," "Lords of Eton," "The Deceived Series," and "Pride and Prejudice Sequels." She has also ventured into contemporary romantic suspense with her series "Texas Heroines in Peril." Bolen's writing is diverse, and she has a book for every type of romance reader.