Date of Birth: February 26, 1949
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Elizabeth George is a critically acclaimed American author, best known for her series of mystery novels featuring Inspector Thomas Lynley. Born Susan Elizabeth George on February 26, 1949, in Warren, Ohio, she grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. She began her career as a teacher before transitioning to writing full-time. George holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California, Riverside, and a Master’s degree in Counseling and Psychology. Her debut novel, “A Great Deliverance,” was published in 1988 and won the Agatha Award for Best First Novel. George’s work is characterized by its intricate plots, well-developed characters, and psychological depth.
5 Interesting Facts about Elizabeth George
1. Elizabeth George’s first novel, “A Great Deliverance,” was adapted into a BBC television series.
2. She has taught creative writing at colleges and universities, including UC Irvine.
3. Elizabeth George is a recipient of the prestigious Anthony Award and the Grand Prix de Littérature Policière.
4. She co-founded the Elizabeth George Foundation, which provides grants to writers, poets, emerging playwrights, and organizations committed to the arts.
5. George is known for her meticulous research and often visits the locations she writes about to ensure authenticity.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Elizabeth George
1. “Writing is a kind of therapy for me because I get to lose myself in my work for hours.”
2. “The writer must believe that what he or she is doing is the most important thing in the world.”
3. “I write in layers, always building up, adding more depth and texture with each pass.”
4. “Characters drive the story. If you don’t have compelling characters, the plot won’t matter.”
5. “The essence of good writing is rewriting.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Elizabeth George has achieved a highest net worth of approximately $10 million.
Children
Elizabeth George does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Official Website](https://www.elizabethgeorgeonline.com
2. [Elizabeth George on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2349.Elizabeth_George
3. [BBC Adaptation of Inspector Lynley Mysteries](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007y6k8
4. [Elizabeth George Foundation](https://www.elizabethgeorgefoundation.org
