Jen Turano is a bestselling author, well-known for her work in the historical romance genre, particularly for her novels set in the Gilded Age. She has written several series, including Ladies of Distinction, American Heiresses, and Apart From the Crowd. Turano's writing is often marked by its humor, which has earned her the recognition as one of the Funniest Voices in Inspirational Romance by Booklist.
Turano is an American author who has made a significant impact in the romance, historical fiction, and Christian fiction genres. She holds a degree in Clothing and Textile from the University of Akron and initially pursued a career in management before turning to full-time writing after the birth of her son. Turano's writing career took off in 2012 with the debut of her first series, The Ladies of Distinction Series, which includes novels like "A Change of Fortune" and "A Most Peculiar Circumstance." The latter was selected as one of the Top Ten Romance Books by Booklist in 2013.
Turano's work has been well-received in the literary community, earning her Publisher Weekly and Booklist starred reviews, top picks from Romantic Times, and praise from Library Journal. She has been a finalist twice for the RT Reviewers’ Choice Awards and has had two of her books listed in the top 100 romances of the past decade from Booklist. Despite her success, Turano remains accessible to her readers, often engaging with them on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, as well as through her website. She currently resides outside of Denver, CO, and is represented by the Natasha Kern Literary Agency.