Explore the life, works, and achievements of Colleen Hoover, the best-selling author reshaping contemporary romance and new adult fiction.<\/p>\n \r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n
Colleen Hoover, born on December 11, 1979, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, faced a challenging childhood with a physically abusive father and financial struggles<\/strong> on a small dairy farm. She overcame these challenges, earning a degree in social work from Texas A&M\u2013Commerce in 2004. Before becoming a celebrated author, she worked as a counselor for a federal nutrition program while living in a trailer home with her husband and children\u200b\u200b.<\/p>\n Hoover’s journey as an author began unexpectedly in 2011 with her first novel<\/strong>, “Slammed,” written on a borrowed laptop and initially intended as a Christmas gift for her mother. Despite initial rejections from publishers, the novel gained traction through social media and word of mouth, leading to the success of its sequels, “Point of Retreat” and “This Girl”\u200b\u200b.<\/p>\n Colleen Hoover is synonymous with the romance genre, though her works also include thrillers and mysteries. She has been influential in establishing the “new adult fiction” category<\/strong>, focusing on characters in their twenties navigating adulthood. Her unique storytelling and the loyal fanbase, known as CoHorts, have allowed her to experiment with various publishing deals and retain e-book rights. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hoover’s gesture of offering free e-books significantly boosted her popularity, leading to both her new and old titles appearing on bestseller lists\u200b\u200b.<\/p>\n Hoover’s most famous book<\/strong>, “It Ends with Us” (2016), is a heart-wrenching story of a woman’s struggle with an abusive relationship, drawing from Hoover’s personal experiences. Its sequel, “It Starts with Us,” was released in 2022. Other significant works include “Ugly Love,” “November 9,” “Verity,” “Heart Bones,” and the “Maybe Someday” series, showcasing her versatility and depth as a writer\u200b\u200b.<\/p>\nBeginning of Colleen Hoover Writing Career<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A Unique Voice in Literature<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Famous Works of Colleen Hoover<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Latest Releases and Upcoming Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n