Date of Birth: August 5, 1960
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
David Baldacci is an American novelist best known for his suspenseful and gripping thrillers. Born on August 5, 1960, in Richmond, Virginia, Baldacci has written numerous bestsellers, many of which have been adapted into films and television series. After earning a B.A. in Political Science from Virginia Commonwealth University and a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, Baldacci practiced law for several years in Washington, D.C. His first novel, “Absolute Power,” was published in 1996 and became an international bestseller, marking the beginning of a prolific writing career. He has since written over 40 novels, including several series such as the “Camel Club” series, the “King and Maxwell” series, and the “John Puller” series. Baldacci is also known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly through his Wish You Well Foundation, which focuses on literacy and education.
5 Interesting Facts about David Baldacci
1. David Baldacci’s debut novel, “Absolute Power,” was adapted into a film starring Clint Eastwood and Gene Hackman.
2. He has sold over 150 million copies of his books worldwide.
3. Baldacci co-founded the Wish You Well Foundation with his wife, Michelle, to promote literacy and education.
4. He has written books for children, including the “Vega Jane” series.
5. Baldacci’s works have been translated into more than 45 languages.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Baldacci
1. “Why waste time trying to discover the truth, when you can so easily create it?”
2. “The most important thing in life is to stop saying ‘I wish’ and start saying ‘I will.’”
3. “It’s not about how much you make. It’s about how much you give.”
4. “The best part of writing fiction is that you get to live a thousand lives without ever having to leave home.”
5. “The power of a good book is to transport you to another place, to make you see the world differently, to make you think and feel.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
David Baldacci’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $45 million.
Children
David Baldacci has two children with his wife, Michelle: a daughter named Spencer and a son named Collin.
Relevant Links
1. [David Baldacci Official Website](https://davidbaldacci.com
2. [Wish You Well Foundation](https://www.wishyouwellfoundation.org
3. [David Baldacci’s Goodreads Page](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/9291.David_Baldacci
4. [David Baldacci on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0049734/
5. [David Baldacci’s Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/writer.david.baldacci
