Olivia Harvard is an Australian author who began her writing career at fifteen on the online platform Wattpad. Her debut novel, "Handcuffs, Kisses, and Awkward Situations," was published in December 2014, marking her transition from digital storytelling to traditional publishing. Harvard gained early recognition for her work, winning multiple Watty Awards, including the 2012 Humour category for "On the Rise" and the 2013 Most Popular Mystery award. Her writing was also shortlisted for the Young Writer’s Short Story Competition hosted by Hot Key Books and earned her the iParchment Best Work accolade in 2014.
Balancing her passion for writing with academic pursuits, Harvard recently graduated from high school and plans to pursue higher education in Business and Creative Arts. Known for her humor and engaging storytelling, she draws inspiration from her love of reading, owning an extensive personal library of over four hundred books. Beyond writing, Harvard aspires to travel and learn new languages, reflecting her curiosity and creative spirit.