Date of Birth: July 11, 1984
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Marie Lu is a renowned American author best known for her young adult fiction. Born in China, Lu immigrated to the United States at a young age and grew up in Texas. She attended the University of Southern California, where she studied political science and pursued her passion for writing. Before becoming a full-time author, Lu worked as an art director in the video game industry, which influenced her storytelling and world-building skills. Lu gained significant recognition with her debut novel “Legend,” published in 2011, which is the first book in a dystopian trilogy. The series’ critical and commercial success established her as a significant figure in young adult literature. She has since written multiple bestsellers, including the “Young Elites” series and the “Warcross” duology, blending genres such as science fiction, fantasy, and dystopian fiction. Lu’s works are celebrated for their strong character development, intricate plots, and engaging writing style.
5 Interesting Facts about Marie Lu
1. Marie Lu’s real name is Xiwei Lu.
2. Before her writing career took off, she worked at Disney Interactive Studios as a Flash artist.
3. Her debut novel “Legend” was inspired by Les Misérables.
4. Marie Lu has sold the film rights to several of her books, although adaptations are still in progress.
5. She is an active advocate for diversity in literature and often incorporates diverse characters and themes in her works.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Marie Lu
1. “Each day means a new twenty-four hours. Each day means everything’s possible again.”
2. “Sometimes, the sun sets earlier. Days don’t last forever, you know. But I’ll fight as hard as I can. I can promise you that.”
3. “The irony of life is that those who wear masks often tell us more truths than those with open faces.”
4. “To survive in this world, you need a strong will and a strong heart.”
5. “Every locked door has a key. Every problem has a solution.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Marie Lu’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Marie Lu has one child, a son named Alex, born in 2019.
Relevant Links
1. [Marie Lu’s Official Website](https://www.marielubooks.com
2. [Marie Lu on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4342215.Marie_Lu
3. [Marie Lu on Twitter](https://twitter.com/Marie_Lu
4. [Marie Lu’s Amazon Author Page](https://www.amazon.com/Marie-Lu/e/B005G9Q9D8
