About
Donna Tartt is an American novelist celebrated for her meticulously crafted and critically acclaimed works. She is the author of *The Secret History* (1992), *The Little Friend* (2002), and *The Goldfinch* (2013), which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and was adapted into a film. Tartt is known for her deliberate and patient writing process, resulting in novels that are rich in detail and character development. She was named one of Time magazine's "100 Most Influential People" in 2014.
Career Timeline
*The Secret History* Published
Published *The Secret History*, achieving immediate critical acclaim.
*The Little Friend* Released
Released *The Little Friend*, further establishing her reputation.
*The Goldfinch* Publication
Published *The Goldfinch*, winning the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
Time's 100 Most Influential
Named one of Time's '100 Most Influential People'.
*The Goldfinch* Film Adaptation
*The Goldfinch* was adapted into a film, increasing visibility.
Celebrated Novelist
Remains a celebrated novelist known for her meticulous writing.
Related Celebrities
Last updated: February 25, 2026