Terry Goodkind – American novelist, best known for his epic Sword of Truth series, starting with Wizard’s First Rule. His works blend fantasy with philosophy, tackling themes of freedom, morality, and individual choice. Over 25 million copies of his books have been sold worldwide, and the saga inspired the TV series Legend of the Seeker.
✨ Struggled with dyslexia, yet became a bestselling author. 📖 His debut Wizard’s First Rule brought instant acclaim. 🌍 Translated into more than 20 languages. 🎬 Legend of the Seeker (2008) expanded his readership through TV. 💡 Saw himself not as a fantasy writer but as a storyteller of ideas. 📚 Also wrote thrillers outside the Sword of Truth universe. 🎭 Known for his philosophical and uncompromising style, placing heroes before tough moral choices. 🎨 Before writing, he worked as a woodcarver and painter. 🖋️ Heavily influenced by Ayn Rand and objectivist philosophy. 🏞️ Lived in Nevada, drawing inspiration from its rugged landscapes. 😄 Once joked: “The real magic isn’t in the story–it’s keeping the reader from putting the book down.”