Terry Goodkind (1948–2020), best-selling fantasy author

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Terry Goodkind was an author known for his best-selling fantasy series ‘Sword of Truth.’

• Died: Thursday, September 17, 2020 (Who else died on September 17?) 
• Details of Death: Died at the age of 72.  
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Popular fantasy writer  

Goodkind was the author of more than 30 best-selling novels which sold over 26 million copies. His first novel, ‘Wizard’s First Rule,’ was published in 1994. He penned 12 books in the ‘Sword of Truth’ series, selling millions and earning him many appearances on the New York Times Best Seller list. He released ‘The Scribbly Man’ in 2019 and was also a semi-professional auto racer.

The joy of writing 

“My privilege in life is the joy of writing books and telling stories about people who fascinate me, the good and the bad. I am grateful to all of my readers for the critical role they play in making these books possible. Your passion is my passion, and I thank you.” —terrygoodkind.com

What they said about him

Author Terry Goodkind has passed at the age of 72. Our thoughts go out to his family, friends, and fans. The Sword of Truth was a gateway into epic fantasy literature for many readers. https://t.co/P0u2mDFriz

— Tor.com (@tordotcom) September 18, 2020

In shock to learn of the death of Terry Goodkind, master epic fantasy author. He was also a very close friend, but he was an extremely private man so I didn't share photos and stories. Yes, he could be a curmudgeon and he knew it, but I loved him anyway. Miss him already.

— Kevin J Anderson (@TheKJA) September 17, 2020

RIP Terry Goodkind. Author of my favourite ever series of books. Wizards First Rule was a phenomenon and I was totally lost in the world he created.
Thoughts are with his family. pic.twitter.com/sas99CKPT7

— Matty⚽️ (@MattyPNFFC) September 17, 2020

Full Obituary: Penn Live