About the Author
Jasmine Guillory is a New York Times bestselling author whose vibrant and heartwarming romantic comedies have made her a leading voice in modern fiction. Known for featuring successful Black women and exploring themes of race, identity, and professional ambition with wit and warmth, Guillory burst onto the scene in 2018 with her debut 'The Wedding Date.' A graduate of Wellesley College and Stanford Law School, her background as a lawyer brings a level of grounded realism and sharp dialogue to her work, especially when depicting characters navigating complex careers in law, medicine, and social work. Her novels have been praised for their relatable protagonists, their joyful portrayal of food and friendship, and their ability to tackle serious social issues within the framework of a delightful romance.
Guillory’s 'The Wedding Date' series is a fan-favorite, featuring a loosely interconnected cast of characters across several novels, including 'The Proposal,' 'The Wedding Party,' and 'While We Were Dating.' Her style is defined by its 'slow-burn' chemistry and the intentional lack of high-stakes drama, instead focusing on the genuine emotional growth and communication between her leads. She excels at the 'fake dating' and 'enemies-to-lovers' tropes, always infusing them with a sense of modern sensibility and charm. Her characters often feel like people you’d want to be best friends with, making every new release a highly anticipated event for her global fanbase.
Beyond her series success, Guillory has expanded her repertoire with titles like 'Royal Holiday'—a festive romance inspired by her own mother’s trip to London—and 'Drunk on Love,' which explores the picturesque setting of Napa Valley. Her work has been featured in major outlets like 'O, The Oprah Magazine,' 'Cosmopolitan,' and 'Time,' and she is a frequent book contributor on 'The Today Show.' In 2024 and beyond, she continues to innovate within the genre, with upcoming titles like 'Flirting Lessons' and her debut YA novel 'It's Only Dancing' showcasing her versatility as a storyteller.
Today, Jasmine Guillory lives in Oakland, California, where she continues to craft the kind of inclusive and exhilarating stories that have redefined what it means to be a 'modern' romance author. Her legacy is one of narrative joy and the celebration of Black love in all its multifaceted glory. For readers seeking romance that is both intellectually engaging and deeply comforting, Guillory remains an essential and powerhouse choice, a writer whose work consistently finds the extraordinary in the everyday.