Vanessa Kelly is an American author who has made a significant impact in the genre of Regency-era romance novels. She has become a prominent and independent voice in the field, known for her unique approach and storytelling. Her work has helped to elevate the genre as a whole, garnering her a large and growing audience of readers worldwide.
Kelly is a USA Today bestselling author and has been named by Booklist as one of the "Stars of Historical Romance." She has written several series, including "The Improper Princesses," "The Clan Kendrick," "The Renegade Royals," and "The Stanton Family" series, as well as other historical romances. Her books have been translated into eleven languages and published in numerous countries. Kelly's writing is known for its vibrant Regency settings, engaging characters, and witty storylines that captivate readers.
Kelly specialized in the study of eighteenth-century British fiction in graduate school, which has informed her knowledgeable and authentic approach to writing historical romance. She currently resides in Ottawa with her husband.