Colleen Hoover (née Fennell), born December 11, 1979, is an American author primarily focused on romance and young adult fiction. Known for her emotionally driven narratives and exploration of complex relationships, Hoover's writing style often blends elements of contemporary romance with deeper, introspective themes. She gained significant recognition with the publication of It Ends with Us in 2016, which quickly became a bestseller and propelled her to widespread popularity.































