About Kelly

Kelly Utt’s earlier works—like the Rosemary Run, Hideaway Isle, and Appleman's Gap series—focus on family secrets, suspense, and psychological twists. Her newest novels, including Sierra Oscar Sierra and What’s Left to Burn, delve into cosmic love stories with high-stakes romance, often incorporating military and historical elements.

Kelly’s books resonate with readers who crave intense, heart-pounding stories that blend deep emotion with gripping drama. Her work straddles the lines between romantic suspense, women’s fiction, and historical romance, offering unforgettable characters and stories that linger long after the final page.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a Master of Science in Interactive Media and Communications from Quinnipiac University. Kelly also co-writes with her son under the pen name Christopher Kelly.

As a kid, Kelly grew up with a dad who would read a book, ask her to read it, too, and then insist they discuss it together. Although her father passed away when she was a teenager, her passion for life’s big questions lives on. That passion is often reflected in Kelly's novels, giving them a depth which leaves readers wanting more and thinking about her stories long after the last lines are read.

In her free time, Kelly enjoys travel, great books, and good food, along with movies, music, and social media. She is a founding author of My Book Friends, a vibrant reader community dedicated to connecting authors and book lovers. She also founded Nashville Indie Authors, a group for independent writers focused on building successful careers. Kelly is a proud member of the Authors Guild and the Alliance of Independent Authors.

She lives in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband, Sam. They have two grown sons.

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