Meg Cabot
Biography
Meg Cabot, born Patricia Cabot in Bloomington, Indiana, in 1967, is a prolific American author best known for her young adult and adult contemporary fiction. After graduating from Indiana University, she moved to New York City with aspirations of becoming an illustrator, a career path that eventually led her to a job as an assistant manager at a university dormitory. Her breakthrough came with 'The Princess Diaries' series, published in 2000, which became an international bestseller and was adapted into successful Disney films starring Anne Hathaway. Cabot writes under several pseudonyms, including Patricia Cabot for historical romance and Jenny Carroll for paranormal fiction. Her extensive bibliography spans over 80 books, appealing to a wide readership from middle-grade to adult. She is celebrated for her relatable characters, witty dialogue, and heartwarming plots that often explore themes of self-discovery and love. Cabot currently resides in Key West, Florida, and New York City.
Selected Thoughts
«"Because when you're a teenager, you're hormones are raging and you're thinking about girls. You're thinking about boys. You're thinking about what are people thinking about me? I'm self-conscious. I'm awkward. That's part of being a teenager."»
«"Maybe life isn't about finding true love or Mr. Right or even Mr. Right Now, but about finding true self and learning to love that person."»
«"Don't ever let a guy make you feel ugly, because no matter what, you're beautiful with or without him."»
Writing Style
Meg Cabot's writing style is characterized by its humorous and witty first-person narration, often featuring relatable, slightly awkward female protagonists. She employs a conversational tone, making her stories accessible and engaging. Her plots are typically fast-paced, filled with romantic entanglements, and light-hearted, while still addressing common teenage anxieties and adult dilemmas with an optimistic outlook.