Lisa Scottoline is an American author known for her engaging legal thrillers and contemporary fiction. She has written over 30 novels, many of which have appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Scottoline's work often features strong female protagonists and explores themes of justice, family, and moral dilemmas. In addition to her novels, Scottoline is a former attorney and has contributed to various publications, including The New York Times and The Washington Post. She is also a co-founder of the Pennsylvania-based publishing company Scottoline & Scottoline, which focuses on legal and business writing.