Lauren Smith is a successful American novelist, hailing from Tulsa, Oklahoma. She is widely recognized for her series of novels in the romance genre, with popular titles such as "The League of Rogues," "Surrender," "Her British Stepbrother," and the "Seduction" series. Smith was born and raised in Tulsa, and her desire for a blend of cowgirl and urban life led her to explore the world beyond her hometown after turning twenty-two. She pursued her higher education at Oklahoma State University, where she graduated with a BA degree, majoring in political science and history.
Smith has always been fascinated by antiques and old paintings in museums, satisfying her historical curiosity by studying various ancient exotic lands. This interest in history took her to places like Chengdu, China, Ireland, and Cambridge in the UK for extended stays. After earning her undergraduate degree, she furthered her education in law, obtaining two Doctorate degrees from the US and Canada. Upon returning to Tulsa, she specialized in intellectual property law. In addition to her law career, Smith is a USA Today Best-Selling author and an Oklahoma attorney, known for her emotionally moving, realistic, and sexy romances set in various time periods.
Throughout her career, Smith has garnered several awards in multiple romance subgenres, including the New England Reader's Choice Awards, Greater Detroit BookSeller's Best Awards, Amazon.com Breakthrough Novel Award Quarter-Finalist, and a Semi-Finalist for the Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Award. Her passion for connecting with readers is evident in her writing, as she creates engaging stories that resonate with a wide audience. To engage with her fans, Smith can be found on her website, laurensmithbooks.com, or on Twitter at @LSmithAuthor.