Liane Moriarty is an Australian author who began her career in advertising and marketing before transitioning to fiction writing. She published her first novel, Three Wishes, in 2003, and has since become one of the most widely read contemporary authors, with her books selling more than 20 million copies worldwide. Moriarty's novels have achieved significant commercial and critical success. She was the first Australian author to debut at the top position on The New York Times Best Seller list, a notable milestone in her career. Her work has attracted international attention and readership across multiple continents. Several of Moriarty's novels have been adapted for television, bringing her stories to a broader audience. These adaptations include Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers, The Last Anniversary, and Apples Never Fall. Through both her published novels and their screen adaptations, Moriarty has established herself as a significant figure in contemporary fiction.