Susan Mallery (born 1970) is an American author of popular romance novels set in non-urban, close-knit communities.

[1] Because of her love for animals, pets play a significant role in her books.

[2] Born in 1970, Susan grew up in the Los Angeles, California, area.

[6] A Fool's Gold Christmas made the Times' e-book fiction list on October 14, 2012.

Today, Mallery describes her work as "Romance-Plus" blending elements of both Contemporary romance and Women's fiction in her stories.