Sarah Bear Elizabeth Wishnevsky was born on September 22, 1971 in Hartford, Connecticut. From a young age, she showed a keen interest in storytelling and creative writing. She attended a local public school where she excelled in English and literature classes.
After graduating from high school, Bear went on to attend Vassar College, where she studied English literature and creative writing. During her time at Vassar, she began writing her first short stories and experimenting with different styles and genres.
After completing her undergraduate degree, Bear pursued a variety of odd jobs to support herself while continuing to write in her spare time. She worked in various fields, including retail, customer service, and freelance writing for local publications.
In 2005, Bear published her first novel, Hammered, which marked the beginning of her successful career as a fiction writer. The novel received critical acclaim and solidified Bear's reputation as a talented and imaginative storyteller.
Throughout her career, Bear has written a number of successful series, including the Jacob's Ladder and Jenny Casey trilogies. These series have garnered a dedicated fan base and have been praised for their complex characters, intricate plots, and vivid world-building.
In addition to her series work, Bear has also published a wide range of short fiction. Her short stories have appeared in various anthologies and magazines, and have been lauded for their originality and depth.
Bear's full name is Sarah Bear Elizabeth Wishnevsky. In 2015, she became engaged to fellow author Scott Lynch, and the couple tied the knot the following year in a private ceremony surrounded by family and friends.
Aside from her writing, Bear is known for her love of animals, especially her two rescue cats, Luna and Shadow. She is actively involved in animal welfare causes and donates a portion of her book proceeds to local animal shelters.
Throughout her career, Bear has remained humble and grateful for the support of her fans and the literary community. She continues to write and inspire readers with her imaginative storytelling and dedication to the craft of writing.