My quotes database has author biographies I wrote a few years back, with the assistance of paid writers. After I resurrected the Quotes data, I decided it is time to do something with the biographies.
There are 66 Authors in this list, and possibly more biographies to come.
Maybe someday I’ll put them into a book.
- Abraham Lincoln
The 16th president of the United States, Lincoln led the United States through its Civil War. His Gettysburg Address became an iconic endorsement of the … - Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein was a German-born theoretical physicist, well known for developing the general theory of relativity. He won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921 and is considered by many to be the father of physics. - Albert Schweitzer
A German theologian, musical scholar, philosopher, and physician. He thought that Western civilization was decaying because it had abandoned affirmation of life as its ethical … - Alexander Graham Bell
Alexander Graham Bell was a Scottish-born inventor and scientist whose work in transmitting sound resulted in several important inventions, most notably the telephone and the … - Andrew Carnegie
Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist who accelerated the growth of the American steel industry. He always felt a personal responsibility to give back to others and the community. - Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin was an author, inventor, diplomat, printer, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He is a prominent figure in American … - Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington was an African American educator, activist, and orator. He was one of the dominant leaders of the African American community from 1890 … - Brian Tracy
Brian Tracy is one of North America’s most popular and influential motivational speakers. It is estimated that he has made more than 5,000 presentations reaching … - Bruce Lee
Bruce Lee was a popular American actor and martial artist. Aside from gaining fame for his films, Lee was also an instructor, filmmaker and philosopher. … - Carl Jung
Carl Jung was a Swiss psychiatrist and psychotherapist. He is credited as the founder of analytical psychology. He was a prolific writer, whose work influenced the fields of philosophy, anthropology, … - Carlos Castaneda
Carlos Castaneda was an author whose unorthodox path of study and growth was the source of his writing. His apprenticeship with a Mexican shaman, don … - Charles Darwin
Charles Darwin was a British scientist who is well known for formulating the theory of evolution. A naturalist and geologist, he sought to explain the … - Charles Swindoll
Charles Swindoll is a Christian Evangelical pastor, whose Insight for Living radio program now airs on over 2,000 Christian and non-Christian stations worldwide and is broadcast in … - Coco Chanel
Coco Chanel was a fashion icon of the twentieth century. She is most famous for creating women’s fashion and accessories that were less constricting and … - Confucius
Confucius was the first teacher in China who aimed to provide education for all. In 501 B.C. he became governor in a small town and … - Dave Thomas
Dave Thomas was an American businessman who founded “Wendy’s” fast-food restaurants. He amassed great wealth, but gave back generously through his philanthropic initiatives. Thomas was posthumously awarded … - David Brinkley
An American newscaster and host of This Week with David Brinkley. His wry sense of humor and ability to write for the ear gained him … - Donald Trump
Donald Trump is one America’s most successful entrepreneurs. Gaining worldwide recognition as a real estate developer, Trump expanded his business ventures. He entered the world’s … - Dr. Laura Schlessinger
Laura Catherine Schlessinger is an American talk radio host, socially conservative commentator and author. Read more - Dr. Wayne Dyer
Dr. Wayne Dyer was an American motivational speaker who spent his career getting people to use positive thinking. He taught that humans are eternal spirits, … - Eleanor Roosevelt
Eleanor Roosevelt was widely known and respected as an American politician, activist, and diplomat. She served as First Lady of the United States for 12 … - Eric Ries
Eric Ries is an entrepreneur and author of the New York Times bestseller The Lean Startup: How Today’s Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically … - Frank A. Clark
Frank A. Clark was the real person behind his newspaper cartoon character “The Country Parson.” Through his one-panel drawings, Clark founded a ministry that numbered … - Franklin D. Roosevelt
Franklin D. Roosevelt, known as FDR, served as President of the United States from 1933-1945. He was the only President to be elected four times. … - George S. Patton
George S. Patton was an American military officer. His 46 years in the military culminated in his admirable leadership of the U.S. Third Army in … - Harriet Tubman
An African-American abolitionist and humanitarian. Born into slavery, she escaped and subsequently rescued enslaved family and friends. Tubman worked for the Union Army during the … - Helen Keller
Helen Keller was a deaf-blind American woman who became an author, political activist, and lecturer. She was well-traveled and outspoken in her convictions. She campaigned … - Henry Ford
Henry Ford is a well-known historical giant who is best remembered as the American industrialist who founded the Ford Motor Company. Even as a young child, he possessed a genuine interest in mechanics. - Henry Link
Author of The Return to Religion. Lived 1889-1952. - James Allen
James Allen was a British author who paved the way for the future genres of self-help and motivational writing. He is unique in the ability … - James Altucher
James Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded over 20 companies, including Reset Inc. and … - Jim Cockrum
Jim is ranked among the most trusted Internet Marketers in the world. He has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur Magazine, Men?s Health magazine, … - Jim Rohn
Jim Rohn was an influential motivational speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He inspired and mentored others who themselves became prominent figures in the self-help and motivational … - Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
Von Goethe was a German writer and civil servant. He was a man of many interests and much influence. He published multiple literary works of poetry and plays, … - John C. Maxwell
John C. Maxwell is a teaching pastor, speaker, and author focusing on the development of leadership. He is the founder of several organizations designed to … - John D. Rockefeller
John D. Rockefeller was one of the world’s wealthiest men and founder of the Standard Oil Company. He was a philanthropist who donated more than … - John Glenn
John Glenn is an American astronaut who also served as Senator of Ohio for 25 years. He holds the record for being the first man … - John Milton
John Milton was an English poet, writer, and civil servant from the 17th century. He wrote during a time of civil war, religious turmoil, and political … - John Paul Richter
A German Romantic writer, best known for his humorous novels and stories. He mixed contemplation with literary theory and was one of the first who … - Laurence Sterne
Laurence Sterne was an Anglo-Irish novelist and an Anglican clergyman. He is best known for his novels The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman, … - Lee Iacocca
Lee Iacocca is one of the most important and influential executives in the history of the American automobile industry. The force behind the development of … - Mahatma Gandhi
The life that Mahatma Gandhi led was one of protest, but also of peace. A five time nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize, Gandhi was … - Marty Brounstein
The author and contributing author on 9 books in the field of management and communication. He continues his consulting work through his company, The Practical … - Mary Kay Ash
Mary Kay Ash was an American entrepreneur, the founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics, Inc. She received high honors during her lifetime as a business woman. … - Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan is an American basketball player, entrepreneur, and part owner of the Charlotte Hornets basketball team. He holds NBA records for highest career average … - Napoleon Hill
Napoleon Hill was an American author who helped millions of people improve their lives. Hill’s work examined the power of personal beliefs and the role … - Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was a South African politician, philanthropist, and anti-apartheid revolutionary who sacrificed his freedom in pursuit of his beliefs. He received more than 250 … - Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey is an American talk show host, actress, producer, and philanthropist. From humble beginnings and a difficult childhood marred by abuse, Oprah diligently pursued … - Pablo Picasso
Pablo Picasso was one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. He was a Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramicist, and stage designer as … - Paulo Coelho
Paulo Coelho holds the distinction of being the most translated living author. His book, The Alchemist, ranks among the best selling books of all-time. He … - Peter Drucker
Peter Drucker was an Austrian-born American citizen who was an influential management consultant, educator, and author. Known as the founder of modern management, his work … - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson was one of the premier writers of American Literature, ushering in the Romantic era associated with some of America’s greatest writers and … - Ray Kroc
Ray Kroc was a successful businessman and generous philanthropist. He took the “McDonald’s” franchise from a localized operation and built the most popular and profitable … - Richard Branson
Richard Branson is an English businessman and investor who is best known for founding the Virgin Group, comprised of more than 400 companies. With a … - Robert Frost
Robert Frost was one of America’s greatest poets. His work holds the unique position of being beloved by many, while also being held in esteem … - Stephen King
Stephen King may well be America’s most popular writer. Over the last four decades, his books have sold an astounding 350 million copies. Recently given … - Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda was a devotee of Hinduism and advocate for the Indians’ recognition of their own background. While a fierce defender of the Indian identity, … - Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt, often referred to as TR, was an American statesman, explorer, soldier, and naturalist; the 26th President of the United States. He is recorded … - Thomas A. Edison
Thomas Alva Edison was a prolific inventor and a well-known American businessman, with over 1000 patents in his name. Over the course of his lifetime … - Tim Ferriss
An American author, entrepreneur, angel investor, and public speaker. Known widely for his monumental bestseller, “The 4-Hour Workweek”, he teaches strategies for being more effective … - William Arthur Ward
William Arthur Ward is one of America’s most quoted writers of inspirational words. He received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Oklahoma City University … - William Ralph Inge
An English author, Anglican priest, professor of divinity at Cambridge, and Dean of St Paul’s Cathedral. He wrote numerous sermons and articles, and over 35 … - Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill was British statesman, historian, writer, and artist. He served as Britain’s prime minister during World War II and is credited for leading his … - Woody Allen
Woody Allen is one of America’s best known film directors. His “triple-threat” talents of writing, directing and acting are rare in the film industry. His … - Zig Ziglar
Zig Ziglar was an American writer and motivational speaker, one of the most influential and beloved practitioners of the power of positive thinking. Not only …
You can do it if you believe you can.
Napoleon Hill