Jennifer Stevenson

Jennifer Stevenson is an American author known for her historical fiction novels. Born in 1949 in Washington, D.C., she has a Master's degree in Education and worked as a teacher for several years before becoming a full-time writer. Stevenson's notable works include "The Winter Palace" (1999), "The Dinner Club" (2002), and "The Empress of Time" (2007). Her books often explore the lives of notable women in history, bringing their stories to life with vivid prose and meticulous research. Stevenson has received several awards for her writing, including the Pen Center USA Award for Historical Fiction and the James Fenimore Cooper Prize for Historical Fiction. Her novels have been critically acclaimed for their engaging narratives, historical authenticity, and strong character development.