Biographical Info Laura Morelli holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and is an award-winning, USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling historical novelist. Laura is the author of the popular guidebook series that includes Made in Italy. Her historical novels, including The Night Portrait and The Last Masterpiece, bring the stories of art history to life. Laura’s books have been picks at Costco, Target, and Hudson News. Laura has taught college students in the U.S. and in Italy, and shares her passion for the history of Italian art in her online programs at lauramorelli.com.