Laurell K. Hamilton is an American author best known for her popular series of urban fantasy novels. She gained fame with her Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series, which features a necromancer and vampire hunter navigating a world filled with supernatural creatures. Hamilton's writing often blends elements of horror, romance, and mystery. In addition to the Anita Blake series, Hamilton has also written the Merry Gentry series, which focuses on a half-fae private investigator. Her work has garnered a dedicated fan base and has significantly influenced the urban fantasy genre, making her a prominent figure in contemporary speculative fiction.