Nancy Bilyeau is a distinguished author, known for her historical mystery novels and her work as a magazine editor. She has contributed to several high-profile publications, including In Style, Rolling Stone, and Good Housekeeping. Born in Chicago, Bilyeau completed her bachelor's degree at the University of Michigan before embarking on a successful career in the magazine industry. Her fascination with history is reflected in her writing, as she believes her mind is more suited to past centuries than the present day. Bilyeau currently resides in Queens, New York, with her family.
As an author, Bilyeau has a particular passion for crafting immersive historical stories. She has written several novels set in various time periods, including Henry VIII's England, 18th-century European porcelain workshops, and Jazz Age New York City. Her Genevieve Planche novels, "The Blue" and "The Fugitive Colours," draw on her own heritage, with Bilyeau being a descendant of Pierre Billiou, a French Huguenot who immigrated to New Amsterdam (later New York City) in 1661. Pierre's stone house remains standing and is the third oldest house in New York State. Bilyeau's connection to her ancestry has greatly influenced her writing, providing a unique perspective on history. She currently lives with her husband and children in upstate New York, where she continues to work on her captivating historical novels.