Cassandra Clare is a renowned author, best known for penning The Mortal Instruments Series and the Infernal Devices series. Born to American parents Elizabeth and Richard Rumelt in Teheran, Iran, she was raised in a family steeped in literary and creative pursuits. Her father, a distinguished business school professor and author in his own right, instilled in her a love of storytelling and learning. Moreover, her maternal grandfather, the accomplished film producer Max Rosenberg, further nurtured her creative inclinations.
As a child, Cassandra Clare's family embarked on a series of international adventures, allowing her to experience diverse cultures and ways of life. Notably, at the tender age of two, she embarked on a grueling trek through the Himalayas, where she spent an entire month living out of her father's backpack. This formative experience likely had a profound impact on her developing sense of self and worldview.
Before she reached the age of ten, Cassandra Clare had already lived in three different countries: France, England, and Switzerland. These early years of travel and exposure to various cultures would later influence her writing, imbuing her stories with a rich sense of diversity and global awareness.
After completing her education, Cassandra Clare settled in Los Angeles and New York, where she honed her writing skills by working at various magazines and publications, including some tabloids that focused on Hollywood's A-list celebrities. Her experiences in the entertainment industry likely provided valuable insights and inspiration for her later work.
It was in 2004 that Cassandra Clare began crafting her Young Adult novel City of Bones, a project that would eventually become the first installment in The Mortal Instruments Series. This endeavor was sparked by her enduring love for the city of Manhattan, which would go on to play a pivotal role in her storytelling.
