Elizabeth Payson Prentiss (1818–1878) was an American author and hymnwriter whose work left a lasting impact on nineteenth-century religious literature. Born in the early nineteenth century, she developed a writing career centered on spiritual themes, devotion, and Christian faith.
She is best remembered for her 1869 religious novel, Stepping Heavenward, which gained wide acclaim, alongside her well-known hymn, "More Love to Thee, O Christ." Although her popularity peaked during her lifetime, her literary and devotional writings experienced a notable resurgence of interest and renewed popularity in the late twentieth century.
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