K. Lyn Smith is an American author specializing in sweet historical romance novels centered on ordinary individuals discovering extraordinary love. She is best known for her "Something Wonderful," "Hearts of Cornwall," and "Love’s Journey" series. Her debut novel, "The Astronomer’s Obsession," earned a nomination for the National Excellence in Romantic Fiction Award, and several of her subsequent works have been shortlisted for prestigious honors, including the American Writing Award, the Carolyn Reader’s Choice Award, the HOLT Medallion, and the Maggie Award.
Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Smith crafts heartfelt stories that blend historical authenticity with romantic charm. When not writing, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and indulging in period dramas and space documentaries—a combination she humorously acknowledges as unusual. Her "Hearts of Cornwall" prequel, "Discovering Wynne," offers readers additional insight into the beloved characters of Wynne and Roddie, further enriching her popular series.