Linda Lael Miller is a prolific American author, best known for her romance novels which span various genres including historical, contemporary, paranormal, and romantic suspense. She was born in 1949 in Washington, where she was raised, and she carries a nickname, Lael St. James. Her father, a town marshal, and her uncle, Jake Lael, were once competitors on the rodeo circuit.
Miller's writing career began to take shape when a Northport teacher praised her story-writing skills and encouraged her to consider writing as a profession. After facing rejections, she finally achieved success with the publication of 'Fletcher’s Woman' in 1983 by Pocket Books. Throughout her career, Miller has penned more than 100 historical and contemporary novels, many of which reflect her appreciation for the American West. In 2007, the Romance Writers of America honored her dedication to her craft with the prestigious Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award.