Monica Murphy

Monica Murphy is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling contemporary romance author. She has written over 35 novels and released 11 of them since she got her first publishing deal in 2014. Throughout her career, she has proven to be a versatile author, dabbling in genres from young adult and new adult to romantic suspense.

A native Californian, Monica started writing at a young age and honed her skills throughout school. In her late twenties, she decided to pursue a career as a fulltime writer, and it wasn’t long until she achieved her goal. In 2012, she self-published several novels through Amazon KDP, leading to a publishing offer from Avon Impulse.

Since making her debut with Avon, Monica has accumulated a devoted fanbase and several awards. Her third novel, One Week Girlfriend, topped multiple bestseller lists, including the New York Times, the USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, and the Amazon Charts. It was followed by its sequel, Second Chance Boyfriend, and the two books have been highly praised by fans who appreciate the humor and the emotional depth found in the central characters' stories.

Monica's books have also drawn attention for their sexual frankness and empowering central female characters. In particular, her 2016 series, Billionaire Bachelors, has been hailed for dealing with topics such as workplace harassment, domestic abuse, and addiction in a sensitive and realistic manner.

Monica has also released multiple short stories and e-novellas in the BDSM and rock star romance genres, such as 2014's Too Many Temptations and 2015's Driven By Need. In 2017, she started the standalone Brazen Bay Beach Reads series, about the romance between a nanny and a single dad in a small beach town.

Monica's readers love her characters, whose personalities and relationships often reflect their own. Her success also stems from her honest and open writing style, which allows her to tackle serious topics with a lightness of touch. A mother of five, she lives and writes in California, where she is currently at work on her ongoing series, including her latest, the Billionaire Bachelors Club.

Overall, Monica Murphy is an inspirational author whose writing can make readers laugh, cry, and find solace in her characters' lives. She has a knack for creating stories that speak to the heart and in 2018 she was nominated for a RITA Award for Best Contemporary Romance. Whether you’re a fan of romantic comedies, romantic suspense, or contemporary romance, Monica has something for you—so pick up one of her books today!