Dorothy Gilman

Date of Birth: June 25, 1923

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Date of Death: February 2, 2012

Biography

Dorothy Gilman was an acclaimed American novelist best known for her mystery and espionage novels featuring the character Mrs. Pollifax, a grandmother-turned-CIA-agent. Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Gilman started writing at a young age and published her first novel in 1960. Her Mrs. Pollifax series, which began with “The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax” in 1966, became widely popular and was adapted into films and television series. She authored over 20 books during her career and received several awards for her contributions to literature. Gilman’s works are noted for their engaging plots, strong character development, and the unique blend of humor and suspense.

5 Interesting Facts about Dorothy Gilman

1. Dorothy Gilman wrote under the pseudonym Dorothy Gilman Butters early in her career.

2. She was a graduate of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.

3. Gilman traveled extensively, and her experiences often inspired the locations and settings in her novels.

4. She received the Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America in 2010.

5. Gilman also wrote science fiction and young adult novels, demonstrating her versatility as an author.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dorothy Gilman

1. “It’s terribly important to keep a sense of humor.”

2. “One’s curiosity is the most useful tool one can have.”

3. “You can do anything you have to do, and sometimes you can do it even better than you think you can.”

4. “A person, who has never made a mistake, has never tried anything new.”

5. “Adventure is worthwhile in itself.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the height of her career, Dorothy Gilman’s net worth was estimated to be around $1 million.

Children

Dorothy Gilman had two sons, Christopher and Jonathan. She balanced her writing career with raising her children, often incorporating her experiences as a mother into her storytelling.