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About Colleen Hoover

Colleen Hoover (born 1979) is an American author whose emotionally charged novels have redefined contemporary romance and captivated an immense global readership. Blending love stories with elements of trauma, resilience, and personal growth, Hoover has become one of the most influential voices in modern commercial fiction. Born in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and raised in a small town nearby, she worked in social services and teaching before self-publishing her first novel, Slammed, in 2012. Written without expectation of success, the book quickly gained traction through word of mouth and online reviews, propelling Hoover to overnight fame and earning a place on the New York Times bestseller list.

Following her breakthrough, Hoover released a succession of bestsellers that blurred the boundaries between romance and psychological drama. Hopeless (2012), Maybe Someday (2014), and Confess (2015) each demonstrated her gift for exploring love amid emotional complexity. Her most celebrated work, It Ends with Us (2016), became a cultural phenomenon, praised for its raw depiction of domestic abuse and the difficult choices faced by survivors. The novel sparked conversations far beyond the romance community and has sold millions of copies worldwide. Its sequel, It Starts with Us (2022), debuted at number one, cementing her status as a publishing powerhouse. A film adaptation starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni premiered in 2024, introducing her work to an even wider audience.

Hoover’s novels are known for their intense emotional pull, moral honesty, and willingness to tackle difficult subjects—from grief and mental health to forgiveness and second chances. Titles such as Verity (2018), a dark, psychological thriller, and Reminders of Him (2022), a story of redemption and motherhood, showcase her range as a storyteller. She often writes with a conversational intimacy that makes readers feel deeply connected to her characters and their struggles. Her unique ability to combine page-turning plots with raw emotional authenticity has earned her a fiercely devoted fan base and a central role in the #BookTok phenomenon, where her novels consistently dominate bestseller charts.

With more than 30 million books sold and translations in over thirty languages, Hoover’s impact on contemporary fiction is immense. As of 2025, she continues to write and publish new work, balancing heart-wrenching romance with themes of healing and personal strength. Whether self-published or released through major houses, every Colleen Hoover novel is an invitation to feel deeply and to find light amid darkness.