Nora Roberts

Silver Spring, Maryland, USA

Born 1950

Biography

Nora Roberts, born Eleanor Marie Robertson on October 10, 1950, is an American author of over 225 romance novels. She began writing during a blizzard in February 1979, after being snowed in with her two young sons. Her debut novel, 'Irish Thoroughbred,' was published in 1981 by Silhouette Books. Roberts is renowned for her extraordinary prolificacy and her ability to consistently produce bestsellers. She writes under her maiden name, Nora Roberts, and the pseudonym J.D. Robb for her futuristic 'In Death' series, featuring Lieutenant Eve Dallas. She also uses the pen name Jill March for a story published in a magazine and has published as Sarah Hardesty. Her work often blends romance with suspense, family sagas, and elements of fantasy, appealing to a wide readership globally. She is a highly successful and influential figure in the romance genre.

Selected Thoughts

«If you don't go after what you want, you'll never have it. If you don't ask, the answer is always no. If you don't step forward, you're always in the same place.»

«A good man doesn't need to be told what to do. He'll do what's right, no matter the cost.»

«Love and war, it's all in the game.»

Writing Style

Nora Roberts' writing style is characterized by strong, independent heroines, complex and appealing heroes, and well-developed secondary characters. She masterfully weaves together elements of romance, suspense, and often a touch of the paranormal or fantasy. Her prose is engaging, descriptive, and emotionally resonant, focusing on character development, relationship dynamics, and intricate plots. She is known for her ability to build compelling worlds and family sagas, often incorporating themes of home, community, and overcoming adversity. Her dialogue is natural and witty, and her pacing keeps readers engrossed from beginning to end.