Jeff Kinney

Jeffrey Patrick Kinney (born February 19, 1971, in Fort Washington, Maryland) is synonymous with children's literature due to his immensely popular "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" series. As a University of Maryland alumnus, Kinney's foray into writing began with a comic strip in his college newspaper, an experience that laid the foundation for his future career in writing and illustrating. His switch to criminal justice, a less demanding major, allowed him more time to pursue his passion for writing and illustrating, a decision that clearly paid off as he was later named one of the world's most influential people by TIME magazine in 2009.

Starting as an online series in 2004 and making its print debut in 2007, Kinney's "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" has sold over 275 million copies worldwide and expanded into feature films, with Kinney as executive producer. Beyond his literary success, Kinney is a devoted advocate for children's reading. This is demonstrated by his establishment of "An Unlikely Story," a bookstore and café, and by his generous donations to libraries.

Now residing in Plainville, Massachusetts, with his wife and two sons, Kinney continues to inspire and entertain children globally, cementing his status as a cherished figure in children's literature.

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