Linda Greenlaw is an American bestselling author, commercial fishing captain, and former swordfishing boat captain known for her expertise in the fishing industry. She gained prominence as the first female swordboat captain on the East Coast of the United States and was featured in Sebastian Junger's book "The Perfect Storm," as well as in the subsequent film adaptation. Greenlaw has written several non-fiction books about her life at sea, including "The Hungry Ocean," "All Fishermen Are Liars," and "Seaworthy: A Swordboat Captain Returns to the Sea." She has also ventured into fiction, writing a series of mystery novels. Her writing is known for its humor, detail, and vivid portrayal of maritime life.