Fiona Davis is a New York Times best selling author, who writes historical fiction novels that are inspired by New York City architecture.[1] Davis' novels are often set in iconic buildings in New York City.[2]

Fiona Davis
Fiona Davis, a woman wearing a blazer and a red top, smiling at a patron of a book fair.
Fiona Davis speaking to a patron of a book fair in November 2018.
BornNovember 14, 1966
Canada
Genrehistorical fiction
Notable works
  • The Dollhouse
  • The Address
  • The Masterpiece
  • The Chelsea Girls
  • The Lions of Fifth Avenue
  • The Magnolia Palace

Early life and education

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Davis was born in Canada in 1966, and during her childhood, she was raised in New Jersey, Utah, and Texas.[1] She is a graduate of both the College of William & Mary[3] and the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University.[1]

Career

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Prior to beginning her career as a novelist, Davis moved to New York City to pursue a career as an actress.[2] Later, she enrolled as a student in the School of Journalism at Columbia University, and after graduating, worked as a journalist before beginning her career as a novelist of historical fiction.[4][5]

Novels

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Davis' novels include the following:[1][6]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Fiona Davis". Penguin Random House. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  2. ^ a b "Fiona Davis". GoodReads. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  3. ^ Connelly, Abigail (2022-11-08). "Renowned author, alumnus Fiona Davis '88 gives book talk at Swem library". The Flat Hat: The College of William and Mary's Student Newspaper. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  4. ^ Bowles, Vicky (2022-12-30). "Book talk: Fiona Davis kicks off Nick Linn Lecture Series in Naples in January". Naples Daily News. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  5. ^ Niemann, Nichole (2023-07-28). "Exclusive interview with NY Times Best Selling Author, Fiona Davis". Arkansas Style. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  6. ^ "Books by Fiona Davis and Complete Book Reviews". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 2023-08-01.