Jeannette Walls

Jeannette Walls is an accomplished writer and journalist born in Phoenix, Arizona.

She graduated with honors from Barnard College, Columbia University's women's college.

In 2005, Walls published her bestselling memoir, The Glass Castle, which recounts her unconventional and often tumultuous childhood.

The book explores themes of poverty, family dynamics, and resilience, drawing from Walls' experiences growing up with alcoholic and mentally ill parents.

Despite the challenges she faced, Walls' memoir is noted for its lack of bitterness and her ability to find strength in adversity.

The Glass Castle's success led to a film adaptation released in 2017, further cementing Walls' impact as a memoirist.