Kate Mosse is a British author, broadcaster, and co-founder of the Orange Prize for Fiction. She is best known for her historical fiction novels, which often feature strong female protagonists and explore themes of identity, faith, and the power of the past. Mosse's most popular works include the Languedoc Trilogy, Labyrinth, Sepulchre, and Citadel. Mosse was born in Chichester, England, and studied English and European Literature at the University of York. She began her career as a journalist, working for the BBC and The Guardian, before turning to writing fiction. Her first novel, The Taxidermist's Daughter, was published in 1996. Mosse is a passionate advocate for women's rights and gender equality, and has been involved in numerous charitable causes. She is a patron of the charity Women for Women International, and has served as a judge for the Booker Prize and the Costa Book Awards. Mosse's work has been translated into over 40 languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide. She has won numerous awards, including the French Grand Prix des Lectrices de Elle, the British Book Award, and the South Bank Show Award.