Priscilla Royal is a renowned author, best known for her medieval and historical fiction novels. She was born in Washington State, United States, on January 1, 1944, and spent her early years in New Westminster, British Columbia. Royal earned her graduate degree in literature from the State University of San Francisco, where she developed a deep appreciation for the literature of the medieval period.
Before beginning her writing career, Royal worked for the federal civil service. However, her passion for medieval literature and history led her to retire from her job in 2000 and pursue a career as a full-time writer. She is particularly famous for her Medieval Mystery series, which features central characters belonging to the Order of Fontevraud, a double house of nuns and monks run by a brave woman during a time when women were not typically allowed to rule. Royal's meticulous research and attention to detail bring the medieval period to life in her thrilling mystery novels.
In addition to her love for medieval literature, Royal is a great fan of theater and enjoys reading history, mysteries, and fiction with less violence. She is associated with the Writers Club of California and the Sisters in Crime as one of their members. Currently, she resides in Northern California, where she spends most of her time writing mystery books. Royal's website, priscillaroyal.com, features her blog, where she shares her thoughts and insights on writing and medieval history. Her work has been inspired by authors such as Ellis Peters and Sharon Kay Penman, and she is a member of California Writers Club, Mystery Writers of America, and Sisters in Crime.