Marcia Willett is an English author of contemporary fiction. She has written over twenty novels, including the best-selling series The Wivenhoe Chronicles. Willett was born in Devon, England and studied at the University of Exeter. She has worked as a teacher, a librarian, and a bookseller. Willett's novels often focus on family relationships and the complexities of life in rural England. Her writing is known for its warmth and humor, and her characters are often portrayed with great empathy. Willett has won numerous awards for her work, including the Romantic Novel of the Year Award. She continues to write and publish new novels, delighting readers with her unique voice and storytelling.