Terry pratchett bio

  • terry pratchett bio

    • Terry Pratchett

    A renowned science fiction writer, author of the Discworld series of novels
    Date of Birth: 28.04.1948
    Country: Great Britain

    Content:
    1. Early Life and Education
    2. Journalism and Early Writing
    3. Breakthrough with Discworld
    4. Rising Popularity
    5. Diversification and Legacy
    6. Personal Life

    Early Life and Education

    Terry Pratchett was born in England in 1948. At the age of 11, he attended High Wycombe Technical High School. His passion for writing emerged early on, as evidenced by the publication of his short story "The Hades Business" in his school magazine at the age of 13.

    Journalism and Early Writing

    In 1965, Pratchett decided to pursue a career in journalism. He left school and joined the local newspaper, the "Bucks Free Press." During his time as a journalist, he met Peter van Doren, who encouraged Pratchett to submit his novel "The Carpet People" for publication.

    Breakthrough with Discworld

    In 1983, Pratchett's first Discworld novel, "The Colour