Date of Birth: October 8, 1943
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Biography
Robert Lawrence Stine, known as R. L. Stine, is an American writer and producer, widely recognized for his contributions to children’s literature, particularly in the horror genre. Born on October 8, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio, Stine began writing at a young age. He attended Ohio State University, where he edited the university’s humor magazine and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. After college, Stine moved to New York City to pursue a writing career. He initially wrote joke books and humor books for children under the name Jovial Bob Stine. However, he achieved fame with the creation of the “Goosebumps” series in 1992, which became a global phenomenon, selling over 400 million copies worldwide. The series has been adapted into television shows, movies, and video games, solidifying Stine’s status as a master of children’s horror. In addition to “Goosebumps,” R. L. Stine has authored several other successful series, including “Fear Street,” “The Nightmare Room,” and “Rotten School.” His work has earned him numerous awards and accolades, and he continues to write, inspiring new generations of young readers with his chilling tales.
5 Interesting Facts about R. L. Stine
1. R. L. Stine wrote his first horror novel, “Blind Date,” in 1986.
2. The “Goosebumps” series was originally intended to be a miniseries of four books.
3. Stine’s “Fear Street” series, aimed at older teens, has sold over 80 million copies.
4. He has been called the “Stephen King of children’s literature.”
5. R. L. Stine’s books have been translated into 35 languages.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from R. L. Stine
1. “I have a great office. I have a window.”
2. “Every story ever told can be broken down into three parts. The beginning. The middle. And the twist.”
3. “People say, ‘What advice do you have for young writers?’ I say, ‘Read a lot and write a lot.’”
4. “I make myself write every day. If I don’t write, I feel strange.”
5. “I just always wanted to write. I always wanted to tell stories. I always wanted to make stuff up.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
R. L. Stine’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $200 million.
Children
R. L. Stine has one child, a son named Matthew Stine, who is a musician and music producer.
Relevant Links
1. [R. L. Stine Official Website](http://www.rlstine.com
2. [R. L. Stine’s Goodreads Profile](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/32396.R_L_Stine
3. [R. L. Stine on Twitter](https://twitter.com/RL_Stine
4. [R. L. Stine’s Amazon Author Page](https://www.amazon.com/R-L-Stine/e/B001ILK6NO
5. [R. L. Stine’s Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/writer/rl-stine
