Nora Roberts

American author of romance novels

Nora Roberts - American author of romance novels
Born

October 10th, 1950
74 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An author specializing in the romance genre, notable for writing under her own name and the pseudonym J.D. Robb. Published over 200 novels, with millions of copies sold worldwide. Works include the 'In Death' series and standalone novels such as 'The Bride Quartet'. Received numerous awards, including the RITA Award and the Romance Writers of America's Lifetime Achievement Award.

Published over 200 novels

Wrote the 'In Death' series

Received the RITA Award multiple times

Won the Romance Writers of America's Lifetime Achievement Award

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