Liane Holliday Willey is a neurodivergent author whose venture into historical fiction explores the intersection of history, identity, and the quiet resilience required to navigate a world not designed for difference. Her writing is grounded in historical research and shaped by a deep commitment to portraying complex inner lives with authenticity and compassion.

Her forthcoming novel, The Shape of Charlotte, is a character-driven work of historical fiction set in early 19th-century New York, examining autonomy, societal expectations, and the consequences of misunderstanding difference. Through layered storytelling and moral nuance, her work invites readers to reconsider the past and the ways it continues to shape the present, prompting a deeper reflection on how we understand and live in the world today.

She holds a doctorate in education and has spent her career advocating for greater understanding of neurodiversity. She is the author of four internationally bestselling nonfiction books on autism. She lives in the United States.