Tracy Rees is a successful author of historical fiction, women's fiction, and romance novels. She was born in Swansea, Wales, and graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Modern and Medieval Languages. After working in publishing for eight years, Rees shifted her career and became a counselor for people with cancer and their families.
Rees' debut novel, "Amy Snow," was published in 2015 and quickly gained recognition in the publishing world. The novel won a £50000 publishing deal and the Best Historical Read Award, beating thousands of entrants and a seven-person shortlist. This recognition confirmed Rees' long-held dream of becoming an author and solidified her determination to pursue writing. "Amy Snow" is a 19th-century family mystery about a young Victorian woman who discovers coded letters that provide clues about the life and times of a deceased childhood friend. The novel's success led to a two-book deal with Quercus.
Rees' success as an author continued with several awards and nominations. She won the Richard and Judy Search for a Bestseller competition and the Love Stories Best Historical Read award, and was shortlisted for the RNA Epic Romantic Novel of the Year. In addition to her historical novels, Rees has also written a contemporary novel, which was published in May 2021. Rees has a diverse background, having worked in various fields such as medical publishing, psychology, counseling, and even in the service industry. She currently resides in Swansea, Wales, with her partner, and can be found on Twitter at @AuthorTracyRees or on her website, tracyrees.com.