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Sara Gruen is a Canadian-American author who writes historical fiction and contemporary fiction. She is best known for her novels *Water for Elephants* and *Ape House*.

Gruen was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, in 1969. She studied English literature at Carleton University in Ottawa, and after graduating she worked as a technical writer.

Gruen's first novel, *Riding Lessons*, was published in 2004. Her second novel, *Flying Changes*, was published in 2005. Her third novel, *Water for Elephants*, was published in 2006 and became a New York Times bestseller.

Gruen's fourth novel, *Ape House*, was published in 2010. Her fifth novel, *At the Water's Edge*, was published in 2015.

Gruen's books have been translated into over 40 languages and have sold over 10 million copies worldwide. She has also won several awards, including the Indies Choice Book Award for Adult Fiction.

Gruen is an avid horsewoman and animal lover. She is a strong supporter of animal welfare organizations.