Courtney Milan is a highly acclaimed author, best known for her historical and contemporary romance novels. Writing under the pseudonym, Milan has made a significant mark in the literary world with her compelling storytelling and well-developed characters. Her debut novel, "Proof by Seduction," was published in 2010 and quickly gained critical acclaim and commercial success. This led to Milan becoming a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author, with her subsequent novels receiving starred reviews from prestigious sources such as Booklist and Publishers Weekly.
Before becoming a successful author, Milan pursued academic excellence. She attended the University of California Berkeley, where she earned a master's degree in theoretical physical chemistry. Her undergraduate studies were focused on law at Michigan Law, where she was awarded the Henry M. Bates Scholarship, one of the university's most prestigious scholarships. After graduating from law school, Milan went on to work for notable figures such as Chief Judge of the US Court of Appeal, Alex Kozinski, and Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor. She also worked as a tutor at the Seattle University of Law before turning to writing full-time.
Courtney Milan's writing has been praised for its wit and intelligence, earning her a place among the top authors in the romance genre. Her books have received starred reviews from various publications, including Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, and Booklist. As a testament to her success, she has been shortlisted for Best First Historical Romance from RT Reviewer's Choice and has been a RITA Award finalist. In 2010, her second novel, "Trial by Desire," was named the Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly.
In addition to her work as an author, Milan is known for her engaging newsletter, which she pens weekly. The newsletter covers a variety of topics, including tea, books, and other interests. Milan's academic background in theoretical physical chemistry and law, as well as her professional experience, have undoubtedly contributed to her success as a writer. She is represented by Kristin Nelson of the Nelson Literary Agency.