Jane Peart was a prolific American author, known for her inspirational historical fiction, romance, and suspense novels. She was born in 1925 and lived in various places throughout her life, including Asheville, North Carolina, Humboldt and Marin counties in California, and Hawaii. Peart passed away in 2007, but her work continues to be cherished by readers around the world.
Peart was a bestselling and award-winning author, with many of her novels finding success in the Christian markets. Her writing was also popular among secular readers, and her books were translated into several different languages and sold internationally. She wrote more than 60 titles in her career, including multiple book series such as the Brides of Montclair series, Westward Dreams series, Orphan Train series, Edgecliffe Manor Mystery series, and the American Quilts series.
The Brides of Montclair series is Peart's most popular work, and it was a long-running series that touched the hearts and minds of thousands of readers. Peart enjoyed corresponding with her loyal fans and treasured their letters. She wrote for both the secular and Christian markets and will always be remembered for her ability to create compelling stories that resonated with readers of all backgrounds.