Date of Birth: February 2, 1969
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Kathryn Stockett is an American novelist best known for her debut novel, “The Help,” which was published in 2009. Born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, Stockett attended the University of Alabama where she earned a degree in English and Creative Writing. After graduation, she moved to New York City, where she worked in magazine publishing and marketing for over a decade. “The Help” is set in Stockett’s hometown of Jackson during the 1960s Civil Rights Movement and explores the complex relationships between African American maids and their white employers. The novel was a commercial success, spending more than 100 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list. In 2011, it was adapted into a critically acclaimed film directed by Tate Taylor, starring Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, and Emma Stone. The film received multiple Academy Award nominations, with Spencer winning Best Supporting Actress. Stockett currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia, and continues to write and speak about her experiences as an author. Despite the controversy surrounding “The Help,” especially concerning its portrayal of race relations, Stockett remains a significant figure in contemporary American literature.
5 Interesting Facts about Kathryn Stockett
1. Kathryn Stockett spent five years writing “The Help” and received over 60 rejection letters before the manuscript was accepted by a publisher.
2. Stockett’s childhood experiences in Mississippi, as well as her close relationship with an African American maid, greatly influenced the narrative of “The Help.”
3. The audiobook version of “The Help” features narration by Octavia Spencer, who later portrayed Minny Jackson in the film adaptation.
4. Stockett’s novel has been translated into over 40 languages and has sold more than 7 million copies worldwide.
5. In addition to writing, Stockett is actively involved in various philanthropic efforts, particularly those benefiting education and literacy programs.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kathryn Stockett
1. “You is kind. You is smart. You is important.” — “The Help”
2. “We are just two people. Not that much separates us. Not nearly as much as I’d thought.” — “The Help”
3. “I always felt like I had one foot in and one foot out of Mississippi. It was a complicated place to grow up.” — Kathryn Stockett
4. “There is no trickier subject for a writer from the South than that of race.” — Kathryn Stockett
5. “I started writing it for me, and that’s how I found my voice. It was a story I wanted to tell.” — Kathryn Stockett
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Kathryn Stockett’s highest net worth has been estimated to be around $10 million, primarily from the success of “The Help” and its film adaptation.
Children
Kathryn Stockett has one daughter named Lila. Stockett has often mentioned how becoming a mother has influenced her perspective and writing.
Relevant Links
1. [Kathryn Stockett on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2995783.Kathryn_Stockett
2. [The Help on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Help-Kathryn-Stockett/dp/0425232204
3. [The Help Movie on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1454029/
