Shanora Williams is a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author, known for her captivating romance novels featuring resilient heroines and flawed heroes. Born and raised in a small town called Matthews in North Carolina, Williams identifies as a down-to-earth girl, a wife, and a mother. Her writing journey began shortly after high school, and she has since self-published more than twenty novels across various series, including "Helena Zane," "Obtained," "Hard to Resist," "Beware," "Tainted Black," "Venom Trilogy," "Forbidden Treats," "Nora Heat," "Mr. Black Duet," "Cane Ward Duet," "Ace Crow Duet," and "Lords of Chaos," among others.
Williams is an avid reader of romance novels, with a particular interest in contemporary and paranormal sub-genres. This diverse reading background has significantly influenced her writing, allowing her to incorporate various elements from different genres into her work. Her stories are not only about love but also delve into life and drama, which she believes resonate with her readers. Despite the challenges her characters face, Williams is a strong advocate for happy endings and strives to ensure they achieve their well-deserved happily ever after.
When Williams is not writing, she enjoys running marathons on Netflix, binge-reading romance novels, spending time with her family, and indulging in chocolate chip cookies. She currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her supportive and devoted husband and is a mother to two boys.
She is a mother of three amazing boys, has a fiercely devoted and supportive husband, and is a sister to eleven. She currently lives near Charlotte, North Carolina, and when she isn't writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, binge-reading, or running marathons on TV streaming services.