Kristin Hannah Biography
Kristin Hannah is a well-known American author with a prolific career spanning over 20 novels, including titles like Winter Garden, True Colors, and the highly successful Firefly Lane. Her book Firefly Lane became a bestseller in 2009. Kristin’s novel Home Front has been optioned for a film adaptation by 1492 Films. Before embarking on her successful writing career, she practiced law in Seattle.
Kristin Hannah Age
Hannah was born on September 25, 1960, in Garden Grove, California, United States. She is 64 years old as of 2024. Kristin celebrates her birthday on September 25, every year.
Kristin Hannah Height
Hannah stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Kristin Hannah Family
Hannah was born in Garden Grove, California, to her parents Laurence and Sharon John. She spent her early years enjoying the beach, building sand castles, and playing in the surf. When she was eight years old, her family relocated to Western Washington, where they settled down.
Kristin Hannah Husband
Hannah is married to Benjamin Hannah, who works as a film buyer. They were married on May 17, 1986, and have one son together. The family lives on Bainbridge Island, Washington.
Kristin Hannah’s Net Worth
Hannah has an estimated net worth of $17 Million which she has earned through her successful career as an author.
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Kristin Hannah Education
After working in an advertising agency, Kristin decided to pursue a career in law. She graduated with a degree in communication from the University of Washington in 1982 and later attended the University of Puget Sound Law School, earning her law degree in 1986.
Kristin Hannah Career
Hannah is an acclaimed and bestselling author known for her extensive bibliography of over 20 novels. Her international hit, “The Nightingale,” was recognized as the Goodreads Best Historical Fiction Novel of 2015 and received the prestigious People’s Choice award for Best Fiction the same year. It was also chosen for the Reese Witherspoon Book Club in 2023.
“The Nightingale” was celebrated as the Best Book of the Year by Amazon, iTunes, Buzzfeed, the Wall Street Journal, Paste, and The Week. In 2018, her novel “The Great Alone” quickly rose to the top of the New York Times bestseller list and was honored as the Best Historical Novel of the Year by Goodreads. She has been authoring books since 1991.
Kristin Hannah Books
Hannah is a bestselling author of over 20 novels including:
- Comfort and Joy (October 2005).
- Between Sisters (April 2003).
- Magic Hour (February 2006).
- Night Road (March 2011).
- Firefly Lane (2008).
- The Women (2024).
- Fly Away (2013).
- Winter Garden (2010)
- The Nightingale (2015).
- The Four Winds (2021).
Kristin Hannah The Women
On February 6, 2024, Hannah released her historical fiction novel “The Women,” which tells the experiences of Frances “Frankie” McGrath, a nurse in the United States Army Nurse Corps during the Vietnam War. The novel quickly reached the number one spot on The New York Times fiction best-seller list. Kristin had conceived the idea for the novel two decades before its publication.
Kristin Hannah Nightingale
In 2015, Hannah released her historical fiction novel “The Nightingale.” The story revolves around two sisters in France during World War II and draws inspiration from the experiences of a Belgian woman.
Kristin Hannah Magic Hour
On February 28, 2006, Hannah published her novel “Magic Hour.” The book portrays a radiant tale of human resilience, and the power of hope, and explores the enigmatic depths of the heart where love patiently resides.
Kristin Hannah The Great Alone Movie Where To Watch
Kristin’s film “The Great Alone” is available for viewing or rental on Google Play Movies and YouTube. The feature-length independent documentary follows the remarkable journey of Iditarod Champion Lance Mackey.
Kristin Hannah Social Media Platforms
She is active on her social media accounts and often posts on her Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.