Cressida Cowell
Cressida Cowell: A Renowned Author of Children's Books
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Cressida Julia Cowell is a British author, illustrator, and screenwriter of children's books. She is best known for creating the beloved character of Diary of a Wimpy Kid's rival, Rachel Bright, but more notably, her own series, _The Diary of a Wimpy Kid_ has given way to her own creation: the 'How to Train Your Dragon' series.
Birth and Death Dates
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Cressida Cowell was born on August 1, 1966. There is no record of her passing away.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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British author, illustrator, screenwriter
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in the North Yorkshire countryside, Cressida developed a love for drawing and storytelling at an early age. She was raised by parents who encouraged her creative pursuits, which laid the foundation for her future success as a children's book author.
Cowell attended Stowe School in Buckinghamshire before studying English Literature and History of Art at the University of Bristol. After graduating, she moved to London to pursue a career in illustration, eventually becoming an award-winning illustrator for magazines such as _The Times_ and _The Guardian_. Her early work focused on creating illustrations that accompanied other authors' stories.
Major Accomplishments
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Cressida Cowell's breakthrough came when she started creating her own picture books. Her first book, I Will Never Get a Job, was published in 1990. However, it was her subsequent series, _How to Train Your Dragon_, that catapulted her to international fame.
The books were inspired by her childhood experiences and love for storytelling. The series has sold over 25 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 30 languages. It is estimated that the books have generated over £500 million in revenue.
Notable Works or Actions
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How to Train Your Dragon series: This series has garnered immense popularity worldwide, becoming a bestseller in multiple countries.
The Wizards of Once: A high fantasy series aimed at a slightly older audience than her _Dragon Rider_ series.
Quotes by Cressida Cowell
Cressida Cowell's insights on:
Uh-oh,” thought Hiccup, who was an intelligent boy. “This person wants to kill me.
Everything we do, you see, has its consequences and repercussions, every kind act, and every bad, every friend we make, and every enemy. Everything is connected.
Notice how the crucible of the story changes those who listen to it, those who are within it, and the person who is telling it, all at the same time.
And long after Kings are forgotten, and their names have fallen into dust, the good deeds and the actions of the Heroes live on in glory.
Sometimes you have to stand up for what you believe in, even against those you love, and that can be harder than you think.
Sometimes it is not until the Final Chapter that you realise what a quest has REALLY been about all along.
This is the problem with adventures. They bring out parts of you that you never even knew were there.