Heather Hiestand, also known by her pen name Heather Redmond, is a bestselling author of romance and mystery novels. Born in Illinois but raised primarily in Washington State, she has published numerous works across genres, including historical romance and historical mystery. Her debut romance short story was set in the Victorian era, a period she frequently revisits in her writing. Under both names, her books have achieved bestseller status at major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Books. Notably, her 2018 mystery novel "A Tale of Two Murders" reached #1 in Amazon’s Historical Mysteries category and appeared on multiple bestseller lists.
A dedicated anglophile and admirer of nineteenth-century literature, Hiestand blends meticulous historical detail with engaging storytelling. She holds a degree in creative writing from the University of Washington and began her career with a mystery short story before transitioning to romance and later returning to mystery. Her current series include "A Dickens of a Crime" and "The Journaling Mysteries," published by Kensington and Severn House. Beyond writing, she serves as the 2020-21 President of the Columbia River Chapter of Sisters in Crime (SinC), reflecting her active role in the literary community.
Residing in a small Washington town with her husband and son, Hiestand continues to write prolifically, often from the comfort of her living room. Her works, spanning novels, novellas, and short stories, showcase her versatility and enduring fascination with history, mystery, and romance.