Rick Riordan is an American author of fantasy and science fiction books, best known for his Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. He has written over 20 books, including the Kane Chronicles, the Heroes of Olympus, and the Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard series. He has also written several short stories and graphic novels.
Riordan was born in San Antonio, Texas, on June 5, 1964. He attended Alamo Heights High School and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in English and History. After college, he worked as a teacher and a writer for Disney Adventures magazine.
Riordan’s first book, The Lightning Thief, was published in 2005 and was an instant success. It was followed by five more books in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. The series has sold over 45 million copies worldwide and has been adapted into two feature films.
Riordan’s other series include the Kane Chronicles, the Heroes of Olympus, and the Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard. He has also written several short stories and graphic novels.
Riordan’s net worth is estimated to be around $30 million. He is married to Becky Riordan and they have two children.
Riordan is an active philanthropist and has donated to numerous charities, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the American Red Cross. He is also a member of the National Book Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Riordan is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs around 170 pounds. He is currently 56 years old.
