Miranda Jarrett is the pen name of Susan Holloway Scott, a successful author of historical fiction. Jarrett was born in Washington D.C., but spent her formative years in New Jersey. Her love for art and history led her to attend art school before enrolling at Brown University, where she studied art history.
After graduating from Brown, Jarrett worked in university relations at Brown University, Bryn Mawr College, and the University of Pennsylvania. These experiences allowed her to deepen her knowledge of higher education and administration, which may have influenced some of the settings and themes in her writing. Currently, Jarrett resides near Philadelphia with her family, where she continues to write and publish historical fiction under the Miranda Jarrett name.
Jarrett's work as a historical fiction author has earned her a devoted following of readers who appreciate her attention to detail and ability to bring historical periods to life. Her novels are known for their richly drawn characters, vivid settings, and compelling storylines, all of which contribute to their popularity among fans of the genre.
In addition to writing under the Miranda Jarrett name, Jarrett is also known as Susan Holloway Scott, under which she writes historical fiction, nonfiction, and romance novels. With a career spanning several decades and numerous published works, Jarrett has established herself as a prolific and talented author in the historical fiction genre. Her contributions to the genre have been widely recognized and celebrated, earning her a place among the top historical fiction authors of our time.