THE AUTHOR BEHIND THE STORIES · LAUREN KUTNEY
MEET THE AUTHOR
Lauren
Kutney
A storyteller of fantasy, romance, resilience, and heroines who refuse to stay down.
Lauren writes fantasy romance blending suspense, action, emotional connection, and heartfelt love stories. At the center of her work is a simple belief: everyone deserves a story worth fighting for—and a happy ending worth reaching.
THE STORY BEHIND THE STORIES
From HR to
Heartfelt Fiction
Before Lauren was creating queens, kingdoms, bodyguards, and impossible romances, she spent years listening to real people tell their stories.
With 18 years of experience in human resources and a master’s degree in Human Resources & Employee Relations, Lauren built a career around understanding people: what motivates them, what challenges them, and how they connect with one another.
That insight now fuels her fiction, giving her characters emotional depth, complicated motivations, and relationships that feel grounded even when the world around them is anything but ordinary.
Born and raised in South Florida in a lively family of six, Lauren grew up surrounded by love, laughter, personalities, and plenty of noise—an energy that still finds its way into the worlds she creates.
LAUREN’S STORYTELLING PHILOSOPHY
Everyone deserves a story worth fighting for—and a happy ending worth reaching.
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LAUREN’S WRITING DNA
Romance with Heart,
Danger & Hope
The themes and tropes Lauren returns to again and again—because sometimes the best love stories are the ones that make the characters fight for them.
01
Enemies to Lovers
When friction becomes chemistry and neither person is prepared for what happens next.
02
Forbidden Romance
Love complicated by duty, circumstance, power, and impossible choices.
03
Protector to Lovers
He was supposed to keep her safe. Falling for her was never part of the assignment.
04
Slow Burn
Emotional tension, longing, banter, and all the moments before the kiss.
05
Resilient Heroines
Women who discover they are stronger, braver, and more powerful than expected.
06
Happy Endings
Because after everything her characters endure, Lauren believes hope should still win.
BEYOND THE PAGE
When She’s Not Writing
OFF THE CLOCK
Life Beyond the Manuscript
- Shopping—her favorite form of therapy
- Movies and TV marathons
- Reading fantasy, rom-com, suspense and paranormal romance
- Volunteering with youth at her church
- Spending time with Ralphie and Henry, her two rescue dogs
CLOSE TO HER HEART
Causes Lauren Supports
- Coastal Boxer Rescue
- Wounded Warriors
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW
Fun Facts
FAMILY
She has a fraternal twin—and they’re complete opposites.
ADVENTURE
She has been skydiving three times.
UNEXPECTED MOMENT
She once met a U.S. president.
HISTORY
She helped open the first WWII dedication in Washington, D.C.
SPORT
She played forward center in soccer.
SOUNDTRACK
Classic rock, oldies, and country are always welcome.
FOREVER FAVORITE
Pride, Prejudice
& Mr. Darcy
Lauren’s all-time favorite story is Pride and Prejudice.
And for the record: in Lauren’s world, Matthew Macfadyen will always be Mr. Darcy.
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