Colleen Hoover is a bestselling American novelist known for her emotionally intense romance and contemporary fiction. Born on December 11, 1979, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, she originally studied social work at Texas A&M University–Commerce and worked in social services and teaching before becoming a writer. Hoover began her career by self-publishing her debut novel Slammed in 2012, which quickly gained popularity and launched her into the literary spotlight.

She rose to global fame with It Ends with Us (2016), a novel inspired in part by her own experiences growing up around domestic violence. The book became a massive bestseller, especially after gaining traction on social media platforms like TikTok, and has sold millions of copies worldwide. Hoover has since written numerous popular novels, including Verity, Reminders of Him, and It Starts with Us, often blending romance with heavier themes such as trauma, relationships, and personal growth.

Known for her rapid rise from self-publishing to international success, Hoover has been named one of the most influential people in the world by Time magazine. Her work has also expanded into film and television adaptations, further solidifying her impact on contemporary popular fiction.