Under the pen name Eloisa James, Mary Bly has distinguished herself both as a Shakespeare professor at Fordham University and as a celebrated author of Regency and Georgian romance novels. Coming from a family rich in literary tradition, with her father, Robert Bly, being an acclaimed poet and her mother, Carol Bly, a respected short-story writer, James seemed destined for a life surrounded by books. Alongside her academic achievements, including degrees from Harvard, Oxford, and Yale, James discovered her true passion in the pages of romance novels. Her works, cleverly intertwining her deep knowledge of Shakespeare and the English Renaissance, have captivated readers worldwide, with over 7 million copies sold and translations into 30 languages.

James's life exemplifies a remarkable balance between professional success and personal fulfillment, extending beyond her literary achievements. Her dual career as a tenured professor and a best-selling novelist showcases her exceptional ability to navigate two demanding worlds with grace and creativity. Her personal journey, including a year spent in France that inspired her bestselling memoir, "Paris in Love," reflects her adventurous spirit and commitment to family. James, who is married to Italian knight and professor Alessandro Vettori and is a mother of two, divides her time between New York and Tuscany. This lifestyle embodies the romance and intellectual rigor that define her novels.

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