Bárbara Mujica is an American author, novelist, and professor of Spanish literature at Georgetown University. Born on February 4, 1941, she is recognized for her scholarship on Spanish Golden Age literature as well as for her historical fiction novels. Mujica's fiction often draws upon her academic expertise, exploring themes and historical periods of Spain through vivid storytelling. Her novels include "Frida" (2001), a fictionalized account of the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, and "Sister Teresa" (2007), a novel that examines the life of Saint Teresa of Ávila. In addition to her fiction, Mujica has written numerous scholarly articles and books on Spanish literature and culture. She is also involved in theater as a playwright and has won awards for her short stories.