Suzanne Woods Fisher

Suzanne Woods Fisher is a successful American author, known for her Amish fiction and non-fiction books. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and grew up in a small community in the Northeastern part of the state. Suzanne has three siblings and attended Lakeland School in Jermyn, Pennsylvania, for her high school studies. She later graduated from Cedar Crest College in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Over the years, she has lived and worked in various parts of the US and even in Pakistan, Asia. At one point, she worked as an editor and news reporter for United Press International.

Fisher's writing career is marked by her focus on Amish romances, a genre that has grown into a successful and multi-million dollar industry. Approximately 25 percent of the current market for inspirational fiction is made up of romantic novels set in Mennonite or Amish settings. Suzanne Woods Fisher has mastered the art of presenting her work through this genre. She currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her family, which includes her husband, four children, a son-in-law, a grandbaby, and several dogs. She is a graduate of Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California, and, while her children were growing up, she worked as a freelancer writer for magazines.

Fisher is not only an author but also a host of the radio-show-turned-blog Amish Wisdom and a columnist for Christian Post and Cooking & Such magazine. She has sold over a million copies of her books worldwide. Her writing explores the principles of simple living inspired by her Amish-raised grandfather. Fisher's approach to storytelling is evident in her work, as she has a knack for finding unsung heroes with untold stories. She currently lives in California with her family and raises puppies for Guide Dogs for the Blind. Suzanne Woods Fisher continues to be a prominent figure in Amish fiction and non-fiction literature, captivating readers with her storytelling and unique perspective on the Amish community.