L. M. Montgomery

Lucy Maud Montgomery, born in 1874 on Prince Edward Island, Canada, endured a childhood marked by loss and solitude. Raised by her grandparents after her mother's early death, Montgomery found solace in nature and imagination, traits that would later shape her writing. Educated locally and with a passion for literature, she began writing stories while also pursuing a teaching career. After the success of "Anne of Green Gables" in 1908, Montgomery shifted her focus to writing full-time, capturing the hearts of readers with the adventures of Anne Shirley.

Despite literary success, Montgomery's personal life was fraught with challenges. Her marriage in 1911 was unhappy, marked by personal tragedies and financial exploitation by her publisher. The outbreak of World War I deeply affected her, influencing her writing and advocacy for women's suffrage. Despite ongoing legal battles over royalties, Montgomery's literary achievements earned her acclaim, culminating in her appointment as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1935. Yet, her later years were marred by health issues and addiction, tragically ending with her death in 1942, leaving behind a legacy as Canada's most celebrated author.