Julie Garwood is a highly successful American author, well-known for her works in the romance genre, which includes historical romance, contemporary romance, and romantic suspense. She has written over 35 million books and has to her name, an impressive 26 New York Times bestsellers.
Garwood was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. She credits her large Irish family for her storytelling abilities and her success in self-expression. After her children started school, she began her writing career, starting with two young-adult books before moving on to historical fiction. Her first novel, "Gentle Warrior," was published in 1985.
In addition to historical fiction, Garwood has also ventured into other genres, including contemporary romantic suspense. Her books are popular not only in the United States but are also translated into many languages worldwide. One of her bestselling novels, "For the Roses," was adapted for the Hallmark Hall of Fame television movie "Rose Hill". Despite her success, Garwood remains grounded and lives in Leawood, Kansas, where she continues to work on her next novel.