Joanna Margaret is an art historian and author whose debut novel, "The Bequest," marks her entry into fiction writing. Her academic background includes a PhD from the University of St Andrews and an MFA from New York University, where she studied under acclaimed writer Joyce Carol Oates. Her scholarly work has centered on Florentine aristocrats in sixteenth-century France, reflecting her deep interest in history and art.
Blending her expertise in art history with narrative fiction, Margaret crafts stories rooted in meticulous research. Her transition from academia to novel writing demonstrates her ability to merge historical detail with compelling storytelling. While "The Bequest" is her first published novel, her scholarly pursuits have laid the foundation for her literary career.