Date of Birth: March 7, 1963
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
E. L. James, born Erika Leonard on March 7, 1963, in London, England, is a British author best known for her erotic romance series “Fifty Shades of Grey.” Before becoming a globally recognized writer, James had a career in television production. She began writing “Fifty Shades of Grey” as fan fiction based on the “Twilight” series, under the pen name “Snowqueens Icedragon.” However, the story quickly gained its own identity, leading to the publication of the trilogy, which includes “Fifty Shades of Grey,” “Fifty Shades Darker,” and “Fifty Shades Freed.” The “Fifty Shades” series has sold over 150 million copies worldwide and has been translated into 52 languages, making James one of the most successful authors of the 21st century. The books were later adapted into a successful film series, further cementing her place in popular culture. In addition to the original trilogy, James has written “Grey” and “Darker,” which retell the events of the first two books from the perspective of the male protagonist, Christian Grey.
5 Interesting Facts about E. L. James
1. E. L. James’ “Fifty Shades of Grey” began as “Twilight” fan fiction.
2. She was featured on Time magazine’s list of the “100 Most Influential People in the World” in 2012.
3. The “Fifty Shades” trilogy has sold over 150 million copies worldwide.
4. James has won several awards, including the National Book Award and the Goodreads Choice Award.
5. Before becoming an author, she worked in television production for over 20 years.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from E. L. James
1. “I have to say I don’t see myself as a writer. I see myself as a storyteller.”
2. “Keep your head down, keep your mouth shut, and work hard.”
3. “Don’t let anyone tell you what you can and can’t do.”
4. “I think readers just want to be taken on a journey and be entertained.”
5. “I’ve always been a romantic; I love a happy ending.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
E. L. James achieved a highest net worth of approximately $150 million.
Children
E. L. James has two sons with her husband, Niall Leonard.
Relevant Links
1. [E. L. James Official Website](https://www.eljamesauthor.com/
2. [E. L. James on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4725849.E_L_James
3. [E. L. James on Twitter](https://twitter.com/E_L_James
5. [E. L. James Biography on Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/biography/E-L-James
