Dorothy L. Sayers was an English writer, best known for her detective fiction featuring the character Lord Peter Wimsey. Born on June 13, 1893, she was also a playwright, essayist, and translator. Sayers was a prominent member of the Inklings, a literary group that included notable figures like C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. In addition to her fiction, Sayers was a pioneer in the field of Christian literature. She wrote extensively on theology and was known for her translation of Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy." Sayers passed away on December 17, 1957, leaving a lasting impact on both literature and religious thought.