One of the joys of being an author is having a faithful companion by your side as you spend hours at your desk, typing away at your latest story. Many famous authors have had beloved pets that bring them comfort and companionship during their writing process. From cats to dogs to even chickens, these furry friends have played a crucial role in the lives and works of their literary masters. Let’s take a look at some of these famous author-pet duos.
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Natasha Rothwell Pets
Natasha Rothwell is an actress, comedian, writer and producer known for her work in the entertainment industry. She is best known for her role as Kelli on the hit HBO series “Insecure.” Rothwell’s talent and versatility have made her a standout performer, earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase.
Tan France Pets
Tan France is a British-born fashion designer and television personality. He rose to fame as the fashion expert on the popular Netflix series Emmy-winning “Queer Eye,” where he helped individuals revamp their wardrobes and boost their confidence. With his impeccable sense of style and warm personality, France has become a beloved figure in the fashion industry and a role model for many.
Geri Halliwell Pets
Geri Halliwell, also known as Ginger Spice, is a British singer, songwriter, actress, and author. Halliwell rose to fame in the 1990s as a member of the Spice Girls, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time alongside Emma Bunton, Victoria Beckham, Melanie C and Mel B. Since then, she has released several solo albums, acted in films and television shows, and authored a series of children’s books.
Questlove Pets
Questlove, real name Ahmir Khalib Thompson, is an American drummer, producer, DJ, author, and musical director. He is best known as the drummer and joint frontman for the hip hop band The Roots. He is also the founder of Okayplayer, a music website and online community.
Sally Rooney Pets
Sally Rooney is an Irish writer who rose to fame in 2017 with her debut novel Conversations with Friends. She was born in 1991 and grew up in Castlebar, County Mayo. She attended Trinity College Dublin, where she studied English and philosophy.
Marie Kondo Pets
Marie Kondo is a Japanese organizing consultant and author. She is the creator of the KonMari Method, a system of organizing and decluttering that emphasizes keeping only items that “spark joy” and being mindful of one’s possessions. Kondo first gained international attention with the publication of her book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing” in 2011, which has since been translated into more than 30 languages.
Margaret Atwood Pets
Margaret Atwood is a Canadian author, poet, literary critic, and inventor. She is considered one of the most important and influential feminist and dystopian fiction authors of the 20th and 21st century. She has published more than 50 books of poetry, fiction and non-fiction, and her work has been translated into more than 40 languages.
Jane Goodall Pets
Dame Jane Morris Goodall is an English primatologist, anthropologist, author, and media personality. She’s considered the world’s leading expert on chimpanzees, with a 60-year history of studying them. Besides helping many related non-profits, she founded the Jane Goodall Institute, a global wildlife and environmental conservation organization, and Roots & Shoots, an organization that brings together youth to work on conservation, environmental, and humanitarian issues.
Megan Ganz Pets
Megan Ganz is an American comedy writer, director, and producer. She’s known for being a writer for Dan Harmon’s NBC sitcom Community from 2010 to 2013, then a writer for the ABC sitcom Modern Family from 2013 to 2015. Since 2017, she’s been a writer, director, and executive producer on the FXX series It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge Pets
Phoebe Waller-Bridge is an English actress and screenwriter. She’s known for creating, writing, and starring in the BBC series Fleabag (2016-2019), which was based on her one-woman theater show. Fleabag won Waller-Bridge three Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and one BAFTA award.