Established by David and his wife, Michelle, the Wish You Well Foundation supports family and adult literacy in the United States. In addition to being a prolific writer, David is a devoted philanthropist, with his greatest efforts dedicated to his family's Wish You Well Foundation®. David has also published six novels for younger readers.ĭavid received his Bachelor's degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and his law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, after which he practiced law in Washington, D.C. His novels have been translated into more than 45 languages and sold in more than 80 countries, with over 130 million worldwide sales. In total, David has published 37 novels for adults all have been national and international bestsellers and several have been adapted for film and television. A feature film followed, with Clint Eastwood as its director and star. (Much later, when David thanked her for being the spark that ignited his writing career, she revealed that she'd given him the notebook to keep him quiet, "because every mom needs a break now and then.")ĭavid published his first novel, ABSOLUTE POWER, in 1996. David Baldacci has been writing since childhood, when his mother gave him a lined notebook in which to write down his stories.
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