Picture a Los Angeles storyteller who weaves love across centuries with a dash of magic—meet Diana Knightley! This paranormal romance maestro has captured hearts with her bestselling Kaitlyn and the Highlander series, blending time-travel adventures with steamy passion. From her bustling home filled with kids, pets, and endless to-do lists, Knightley crafts tales that remind us love can defy even the wildest odds.
With a knack for heart-pounding narratives and characters who leap off the page, Knightley’s stories are like a cozy beach read meets a thrilling time warp. Her unique blend of historical intrigue and modern romance has made her a beloved name in the genre, inviting readers to lose themselves in worlds where kilts, castles, and true love reign supreme.
The Making of Diana Knightley
Diana Knightley’s journey to authorship began in the vibrant chaos of Los Angeles, where she lives with her water-loving husband, creative kids, and a menagerie of pets. A lifelong lover of stories, she grew up dreaming of crafting her own. Her transition to writing wasn’t a surprise—her imagination was always too big for just one world. Under her pen name Diana Knightley, she dives into paranormal romance, while as H.D. Knightley, she pens young adult tales, proving love is grand at any age.
Influenced by the romance of windswept moors and the allure of impossible odds, Knightley started writing to capture the magic of ‘what if.’ Her debut, Kaitlyn and the Highlander, launched in 2018, sparking a series that would cement her as a rising star in paranormal romance.
Diana Knightley’s Unforgettable Stories
Knightley’s Kaitlyn and the Highlander series is her crown jewel, following Kaitlyn Sheffield and Magnus, a time-traveling Scotsman. The first book introduces their electric chemistry amidst a storm, blending humor, mystery, and romance across centuries. Fans rave about its realistic heroine—flawed, kind, and brilliantly relatable—and the twists that keep pages turning.
Other gems include Time and Space Between Us, where Kaitlyn and Magnus navigate dangerous time-jumping vessels and a tangled history, and Warrior of My Own, which sees Kaitlyn plunge into 18th-century Scotland to stand by her love. Her 2024 release, Long Live the King, continues the saga with high stakes and heartfelt moments. Knightley’s style shines through vivid settings, steamy encounters, and themes of hope and resilience, all wrapped in a ‘happily ever after’ promise.
Beyond the series, Knightley explores apocalyptic love in Luna’s Story and second chances in works like Leveling. Her ability to craft strong, distraught heroines and rugged heroes—think Hemsworth in a kilt—sets her apart, making every story a swoon-worthy escape.
Why Diana Knightley Matters
Diana Knightley’s impact lies in her ability to make the impossible feel real. Her stories resonate with readers craving romance that transcends time, blending historical richness with modern sass. By centering strong women and devoted men, she’s carved a niche in paranormal romance, inspiring fans to believe in love’s power against apocalyptic odds or time’s relentless march.
Her growing fanbase, evident on platforms like Goodreads and Amazon, celebrates her for delivering emotional depth and page-turning plots. Knightley’s work reminds us that even in a chaotic world, love stories can offer hope, magic, and a touch of forever.
- Pen Names: Diana Knightley (paranormal romance), H.D. Knightley (young adult)
- Key Series: Kaitlyn and the Highlander, Luna’s Story
- First Book: Kaitlyn and the Highlander (2018)
- Latest Release: The Empire and the Wolf King (March 2025)
Ready for a time-traveling romance that’ll sweep you off your feet? Snag Kaitlyn and the Highlander and dive into Diana Knightley’s enchanting world of love and adventure!