Eileen Dreyer

Eileen Dreyer is a highly accomplished American author, best known for her romance and medical suspense novels. She has published over forty novels and short stories, including eight medical forensic suspense novels. Dreyer writes under the pen name Kathleen Korbel for her Silhouette romance novels. She gained recognition early in her career when she was named the best new Contemporary Romance Author by the RT Bookclub in 1987. Since then, she has won numerous awards, including five additional RT awards and five RITA Awards from the Romance Writers of America, securing her a place in their prestigious Hall of Fame.

Dreyer's work is informed by her background as a trauma nurse, a profession that taught her valuable lessons about dealing with crises and not sweating the small stuff. This experience has no doubt contributed to the realism and depth of her medical suspense novels. In addition to her nursing background, Dreyer has also received training in death investigation and tactical medicine, making her an expert in her field.

In addition to her success in the romance and suspense genres, Dreyer has also ventured into historical romance with her Drake's Rakes series. She has done extensive research for this series, traveling to England, Italy, and India to ensure accuracy and authenticity. Dreyer's dedication to research is a testament to her commitment to her craft and her desire to provide her readers with the most engaging and immersive reading experience possible.

Dreyer is a prolific writer, with over forty novels and short stories to her name. She is a member of several professional organizations, including Romance Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and Mystery Writers of America. She is also a frequent speaker at conferences and universities, sharing her expertise and insights with aspiring writers and fans alike.

Despite her many accomplishments, Dreyer remains humble and approachable. She is known for her quick wit and down-to-earth personality, making her a favorite among readers and colleagues alike. She is a true professional and a master of her craft, and her work continues to captivate and inspire readers around the world.
Campbells Books (as Kathleen Korbel)
# Title Year
1 Don't Fence Me In 1996
2 Sail Away 1999
Daughters of Myth Books (as Kathleen Korbel)
# Title Year
1 Dangerous Temptation 2006
2 Dark Seduction 2008
3 Deadly Redemption 2008
Daughters of Myth Books
# Title Year
1 Daughter of Lore 2022
2 Daughter of Light 2022
3 Daughter of Destiny 2022
Drake's Damsels Books
# Title Year
1 Miss Felicity's Dilemma 2021
2 Twice Tempted 2022
3 Dueling With the Duke 2023
4 Three Times a Lady 2023
Drake's Rakes Books
# Title Year
1 Barely a Lady 2010
2 Never a Gentleman 2011
3 Always a Temptress 2011
4 It Begins with a Kiss 2012
5 Once a Rake 2013
Man Of The World Books (as Kathleen Korbel)
# Title Year
1 A Fine Madness 1991
Molly Burke Books
# Title Year
1 Bad Medicine 1995
2 Head Games 2004
Moritania Books (as Kathleen Korbel)
# Title Year
1 A Prince of a Guy 1987
2 The Princess and The Pea 1988
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Playing The Game 1986
2 A Stranger's Smile 1986
3 Edge of the World 1987
4 Lightning Strikes 1990
5 A Man to Die For 1991
6 If Looks Could Kill 1992
7 A Soldier's Heart 1994
8 Nothing Personal 1994
9 Brain Dead 1997
10 Destined For Love 1998
11 With a Vengeance 2003
12 Sinners and Saints / City of the Saints 2005
13 The Unfortunate Miss Fortunes 2007
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 Timeless 2016
Short Story Collections
# Title Year
1 Stranded! 1994
American Hero Books
# Title Year
1 Between Roc and a Hard Place 2006
2 A Walk on the Wild Side 2018
Korbel Classic Romance Humorous Series Books (as Kathleen Korbel)
# Title Year
1 The Ice Cream Man 1989
2 A Fine Madness 1991
3 Isn't It Romantic 1992
Korbel Classics Books (as Kathleen Korbel)
# Title Year
1 Perchance To Dream 1989
2 A Rose for Maggie 1991
Man of the Month Books
# Title Year
1 Honor-Bound Groom 1974
2 Hotshot 1990
3 Nelson's Brand 1990
4 Dream Mender 1992
5 Wildcat 1996
6 The Patient Nurse 1997
7 The Lioness Tamer 1998
8 An Officer and a Millionaire 2009
9 The Last Lone Wolf 2010
The Kendall Clan Books (as Kathleen Korbel)
# Title Year
1 Simple Gifts 1994
2 Jake's Way 2021
3 Some Men's Dreams 2021
Eileen Dreyer Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Malice Domestic 5 1996
2 The Sunken Sailor 2004
3 The Best American Mystery Stories 2013 2013
4 Love After Midnight: Volume I 2022