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Colleen Hoover is an American author known for her emotionally gripping contemporary romance and literary fiction novels. Born on December 11, 1979, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, she has become one of the most influential and bestselling authors of her generation, with her books consistently dominating bestseller lists worldwide.
Hoover began her writing career in 2011, self-publishing her debut novel "Slammed" after writing it as a Christmas gift for her mother. The book quickly gained attention through word-of-mouth and social media, particularly on BookTok (TikTok's book community), launching her into literary stardom. She went on to write numerous bestsellers, including "Hopeless," "Ugly Love," "Confess," "November 9," and "Verity."
Her 2016 novel "It Ends with Us" became a cultural phenomenon, spending years on The New York Times bestseller list and sparking important conversations about domestic abuse and relationships. The book's 2022 sequel, "It Starts with Us," was equally successful, with both novels being adapted into a major motion picture in 2024.
Before becoming a full-time author, Hoover worked as a social worker, an experience that often informs the emotional depth and social consciousness of her writing. She is known for tackling difficult subjects including domestic violence, grief, addiction, and complex family dynamics with sensitivity and nuance.
Hoover lives in Texas with her husband and three sons. She has won numerous awards, including the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Romance multiple times. She is also the founder of The Bookworm Box, a subscription service and bookstore that has donated over two million dollars to various charities.
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