Marie Ferrarella, born Maria Grazia Bianchin, is a prolific American author of romance novels and has also written under the name Marie Nicole. She began her writing career in 1981, and since then, she has written over 300 books. Ferrarella's work covers a range of romance sub-genres, including contemporary romance, romantic suspense, and series romances for publishers such as Harlequin and Silhouette. Her stories often combine humor, warmth, and emotional depth, and she has a loyal readership thanks to her engaging storytelling style and charming characters. In addition to her romantic works, Ferrarella has also written a few mystery novels. Her commitment to her craft has earned her numerous awards and accolades within the romance writing community.