Susan Warner was an American author born on July 11, 1819, in New York. She is best known for her novel, The Wide, Wide World, published in 1850, which was one of the first bestsellers in the United States. Warner's writing often focused on themes of faith, morality, and the experiences of women in the 19th century. In addition to her fiction, Warner wrote religious literature and children's books. She collaborated with her sister, Anna Bartlett Warner, who was also a writer. Together, they contributed to the cultural landscape of their time, influencing readers with their moral and spiritual messages.