Julia Klassen is a successful American author, well-known for her Christian-themed historical romance novels. She has a deep appreciation for classic literature, particularly the works of Jane Eyre and Jane Austen, which often influence her own writing. Klassen is a graduate of the University of Illinois and has a diverse professional background, having worked in publishing for sixteen years before becoming a published author.
Klassen's writing has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. Three of her novels, The Silent Governess, The Girl in the Gatehouse, and The Maid of Fairbourne Hall, have won the prestigious Christy Award for Historical Romance. In addition, she has won the Midwest Book Award, the Minnesota Book Award, and Christian Retailing’s BEST Award. Klassen has also been a finalist in the Romance Writers of America’s RITA Awards and ACFW’s Carol Awards.
One of the unique aspects of Klassen's work is her focus on underappreciated roles in society. She has a talent for taking characters and stories that may go unnoticed by others and bringing them to life in a way that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Through her writing, Klassen is able to draw out the truth and beauty behind these roles, offering readers a fresh perspective on historical romance.
Klassen and her husband have two sons and currently reside in a suburb of St. Paul, Minnesota. In her spare time, she enjoys blogging and connecting with her readers through her website, . Her extensive backlog of novels continues to grow, and she remains a prominent figure in the world of romantic Regency fiction.