Penny Reid

Penny Reid is a bestselling author, known for her romance novels which have appeared on the USA Today and New York Times bestseller lists. She has written several series, including "Knitting in the City", "Winston Brothers", "Hypothesis", "Rugby", and "Dear Professor". Her debut novel, "Neanderthal Seeks Human", was published in 2013 and she has continued to write quirky, humorous, and intelligent romantic comedies featuring relatable heroines and hot heroes.

Penny Reid is also a full-time researcher in the bio tech industry, and in her limited free time, she is a general crafter, sewer, crocheter, knitter, and mother to three children. She manages the #OwnVoices-focused mentorship incubator and publishing imprint, Smartypants Romance. Despite her many responsibilities, Penny considers writing to be a source of enjoyment and a hobby rather than a career. She is known for her ability to write 1000 words an hour and can produce 8000 words of writing every week. Penny Reid lives in Seattle, Washington with her husband, three children, and dog named Hazel. She is active on social media, with accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.