Kristen Ashley is a highly successful New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for her extensive work in the romance genre. Born Kristen A L Moutaw on April 8, 1968, in Gary, Indiana, she has written over 90 romance novels, selling more than five million copies worldwide and having her books translated into 14 languages. Ashley is a hybrid author, meaning she publishes both independently and through traditional publishing houses, such as Grand Central Publishing’s Forever line. Her prolific career spans multiple popular series, including Rock Chick, Colorado Mountain, Dream Man, Chaos, and River Rain, as well as several standalone novels. Her writing is celebrated for its relatable characters, alpha male heroes, strong heroines, and themes of friendship, family, and sisterhood, which resonate deeply with her large and dedicated readership.