Mary Higgins Clark
- Born:
- December 24, 1927, Bronx, New York, USA
- Died:
- January 31, 2020, Naples, Florida, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Author, Novelist, Short Story Writer
Early Life and Education
- Born Mary Theresa Eleanor Higgins in the Bronx, New York City.
- Graduated from Villa Maria Academy, Bronx, New York.
- Worked as a secretary and copy editor.
- Attended Fordham University Lincoln Center, graduating summa cum laude with a B.A. in Philosophy in 1979.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began her writing career selling short stories.
- Published her first novel, Aspire to the Heavens, in 1968, a biographical novel about George Washington.
- Achieved widespread recognition with her suspense novel, Where Are the Children? (1975).
- Became a prolific and bestselling author of suspense and mystery novels.
- Served as president of the Mystery Writers of America.
- Authored numerous books co-written with other authors, including her daughter, Carol Higgins Clark, and Alafair Burke.
Notable Works
- Where Are the Children? (1975)
- A Stranger Is Watching (1978)
- The Cradle Will Fall (1980)
- A Cry in the Night (1982)
- Remember Me (1994)
- Numerous other suspense and mystery novels and short story collections.
Legacy and Impact
Mary Higgins Clark established herself as a master of suspense, captivating readers worldwide with her meticulously plotted mysteries and relatable characters. Her novels consistently topped bestseller lists, and she left behind a lasting legacy as one of the most popular and influential suspense authors of her time. Information about Mary Higgins Clark's life and work can be found on dedicated fan sites and through online resources, including comprehensive entries available on dedicated mary higgins clark author biography websites.