Jeff Kinney
Jeff Kinney
Jeff Kinney is an internationally bestselling author, cartoonist, and game designer, best known for creating the beloved “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series. Born in 1971 in Fort Washington, Maryland, Kinney grew up with a passion for writing and cartooning, which he honed during his university years at the University of Maryland, where he created a popular comic strip for the campus newspaper. Kinney’s breakthrough came with the 2007 publication of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid,” introducing readers around the world to the hilarious misadventures of middle-schooler Greg Heffley. The series, praised for its relatable humor and clever illustrations, has since sold more than 275 million copies and been translated into over 65 languages. Beyond his success as an author, Kinney owns a bookstore and café called An Unlikely Story in Plainville, Massachusetts, and has been named one of TIME magazine’s most influential people. His work continues to inspire children to read, write, and laugh, securing his place as one of the foremost figures in contemporary children’s literature.
Jeff Kinney is an internationally bestselling author, cartoonist, and game designer, best known for creating the beloved “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series. Born in 1971 in Fort Washington, Maryland, Kinney grew up with a passion for writing and cartooning, which he honed during his university years at the University of Maryland, where he created a popular comic strip for the campus newspaper. Kinney’s breakthrough came with the 2007 publication of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid,” introducing readers around the world to the hilarious misadventures of middle-schooler Greg Heffley. The series, praised for its relatable humor and clever illustrations, has since sold more than 275 million copies and been translated into over 65 languages. Beyond his success as an author, Kinney owns a bookstore and café called An Unlikely Story in Plainville, Massachusetts, and has been named one of TIME magazine’s most influential people. His work continues to inspire children to read, write, and laugh, securing his place as one of the foremost figures in contemporary children’s literature.
