Jude Deveraux, born in 1947 in Kentucky, is a prolific American romance novelist with over 40 New York Times bestsellers, selling 60 million books worldwide. Starting with The Enchanted Land in 1977, she’s known for historical romances featuring strong heroines, including the popular Montgomery/Taggert series, and has expanded into contemporary, paranormal, and mystery genres, with her latest release, Order of Swans (2025). A Murray State graduate, she’s been married three times and endured the tragic loss of her son in 2005, followed by a $17–20 million fraud by a psychic. Despite personal challenges, Deveraux continues writing, blending humor and rich storytelling, and has explored innovative formats like the 2009 Vook Promises.