Jojo Moyes

Author

Jojo Moyes is a British author and journalist whose emotionally powerful novels have made her one of the bestselling fiction writers in the world. With over forty million copies of her books sold, she has established herself as a master of romantic and literary fiction that tackles serious themes with warmth, intelligence, and genuine... emotional depth. Born Pauline Sara Jo Moyes in 1969, she grew up in London and studied at Royal Holloway, University of London, and the City University of London, where she earned a postgraduate diploma in Newspaper Journalism. She worked as a journalist at The Independent for ten years before turning to fiction full-time. Her breakthrough novel, Me Before You, published in 2012, became a global phenomenon. The story of Louisa Clark, a quirky, warm-hearted young woman who becomes the carer of Will Traynor, a wealthy young man left quadriplegic after an accident, is a love story that also raises profound questions about quality of life, autonomy, and the right to die. The novel was translated into over forty-six languages, sold more than fourteen million copies, and was adapted into a major film starring Emilia Clarke and Sam Claflin. The sequels, After You and Still Me, continued Louisa's story. Moyes's other novels include The Giver of Stars, set among Depression-era horseback librarians in Kentucky, and The Last Letter from Your Lover, a dual-timeline romance adapted into a Netflix film. Each of her books demonstrates her ability to create characters readers care about deeply and to explore complex emotional and ethical terrain within an accessible, engaging narrative. Moyes is a philanthropist who funds scholarships and advocates for adult literacy. She was awarded an MBE in 2019. The audiobook editions of Moyes's novels are hugely popular, with narrators delivering emotional, engaging performances that suit her character-driven storytelling beautifully. Me Before You in particular is a powerful listening experience that has moved millions of audiobook listeners. Jojo Moyes lives in Essex and London. Her books and audiobooks are essential for anyone who loves fiction that makes you laugh, cry, and think — often on the same page. Read more Show less