Date of Birth: January 31, 1959
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Laura Lippman is a celebrated American author known for her work in crime fiction. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Lippman has made significant contributions to the genre through her Tess Monaghan series and standalone novels. She graduated from Wilde Lake High School in Columbia, Maryland, in 1977, and later attended Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. Lippman began her career as a reporter, working for The San Antonio Light and later The Baltimore Sun. Her transition to full-time novelist came with the success of her first book, “Baltimore Blues,” published in 1997. Since then, she has won numerous awards, including the Edgar, Anthony, Agatha, and Shamus awards. Lippman’s writing is often praised for its intricate plots, rich character development, and vivid portrayal of Baltimore. In addition to her Tess Monaghan series, Lippman has written several critically acclaimed standalone novels, such as “What the Dead Know” and “Sunburn.” She has also contributed to various anthologies and collections, further solidifying her place in contemporary crime fiction.
5 Interesting Facts about Laura Lippman
1. Laura Lippman is married to David Simon, the creator of the television series “The Wire.”
2. She worked as a journalist for over 20 years before becoming a full-time novelist.
3. Lippman has been a New York Times bestselling author multiple times.
4. Her novel “What the Dead Know” was inspired by a real-life case of two missing sisters from the Baltimore area.
5. She has a cameo appearance in the TV series “The Wire,” which was created by her husband.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Laura Lippman
1. “You can have all the talent in the world, but without determination, you won’t get very far.”
2. “Writing is a craft, and like any craft, it requires diligence and practice.”
3. “Baltimore is as much a character in my books as any of the people I write about.”
4. “Crime fiction allows us to explore the darker side of human nature in a safe environment.”
5. “The best stories come from asking ‘what if’ and then following those threads to their logical, or illogical, conclusions.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Laura Lippman’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Laura Lippman and her husband David Simon have one daughter, named Georgia Ray Simon.
Relevant Links
1. [Laura Lippman’s Official Website](http://www.lauralippman.net/
2. [Laura Lippman on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1635.Laura_Lippman
3. [Laura Lippman’s Amazon Author Page](https://www.amazon.com/Laura-Lippman/e/B000APG6S4
4. [Laura Lippman on Twitter](https://twitter.com/LauraMLippman
