K. A. Linde is the Sunday Times, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of fantasy and romance, including the Royal Houses series and The Oak and Holly Cycle. She has a Master’s degree in political science from the University of Georgia and served as the head coach of the Duke University dance team. She loves reading fantasy novels, binge-watching Buffy, travelling and dancing in her spare time. She currently lives in Lubbock, Texas, with her husband, son and super adorable puppy.