Date of Birth: January 11, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Date of Death: September 17, 2020
Biography
Terry Goodkind was an American writer best known for his epic fantasy series, “The Sword of Truth.” Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Goodkind had a diverse career path before becoming a full-time writer. He worked as a woodworker and a wildlife artist, and it wasn’t until 1994 that he published his first novel, “Wizard’s First Rule.” The book was a massive success, leading to a series that would span 21 books, including novels, prequels, and novellas. Terry Goodkind’s works have sold over 25 million copies worldwide and have been translated into more than 20 languages. He also dabbled in contemporary fiction with his “The Law of Nines” and “The Nicci Chronicles” series. Goodkind’s works often explore themes of individualism, personal responsibility, and the philosophical dichotomies of good and evil.
5 Interesting Facts about Terry Goodkind
1. Terry Goodkind was diagnosed with dyslexia, which made his achievements as a writer even more remarkable.
2. “Wizard’s First Rule,” his debut novel, was sold for a record-breaking $275,000 advance.
3. The “Sword of Truth” series was adapted into a television series called “Legend of the Seeker,” which aired from 2008 to 2010.
4. Goodkind built his own house in Maine, where he lived with his wife, Jeri, and wrote many of his novels.
5. Besides writing, Goodkind was passionate about race car driving and participated in several racing events.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Terry Goodkind
1. “The greatest harm can result from the best intentions.”
2. “Your life is yours and yours alone. Rise up and live it.”
3. “Passion rules reason.”
4. “Wizard’s First Rule: People are stupid; given proper motivation, almost anyone will believe almost anything.”
5. “Knowledge is a weapon. I intend to be formidably armed.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Terry Goodkind’s net worth was estimated to be around $14 million.
Children
Terry Goodkind did not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Terry Goodkind’s Official Website](https://www.terrygoodkind.com
2. [Goodreads Author Page](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/344.Terry_Goodkind
3. [Legend of the Seeker TV Series](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0844653/
4. [Terry Goodkind’s Books on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Terry-Goodkind/e/B000AQ3SSG
