Eva Stachniak is a highly accomplished historical fiction author, hailing from Canada. She is best known for her "Catherine" series of novels, which have garnered critical acclaim and a wide readership. Her work explores the lives of historical figures in a compelling and immersive way, inviting readers to delve into the past and discover stories that are both illuminating and entertaining.
Stachniak was born in Wrocław, Poland, and moved to Canada in 1981. She has since established herself as a prominent figure in the Canadian literary scene, with a career that has included teaching English and humanities at Sheridan College, as well as working for Radio Canada International. Her debut novel, Necessary Lies, won the Amazon.ca/Books in Canada First Novel Award in 2000, marking the beginning of a successful writing career that has seen her produce a number of critically acclaimed novels.
Stachniak's writing is characterized by its meticulous research and attention to detail, which she uses to bring historical periods and figures to life in a vivid and engaging way. Her first novel of Catherine the Great, The Winter Palace, was included in the Washington Post 2011 list of most notable fiction and was a #1 international bestseller. She has also authored other successful novels such as Empress of the Night, The Chosen Maiden, and her latest work, The School of Mirrors (2022). Stachniak's work has been praised for its ability to transport readers to another time and place, providing a window into the past that is both informative and captivating. She currently resides in Toronto, Canada, where she continues to write and teach.